Dan Bongino, the Deputy Director of the FBI, has recently found himself at the center of a brewing controversy involving the New York Times.
The publication is reportedly preparing to release a critical article about Bongino, focusing on what they describe as a "shoulder injury" sustained during a grappling session with fellow personnel. However, Bongino has refuted these claims, asserting that the report is inaccurate and that the incident in question merely resulted in some swelling in his elbow due to rigorous exercise.
In a post on X, Bongino expressed his discontent with the impending article, stating, "Adam Goldman of the NY Times is getting ready to run another one of their 'journalism' expos pieces about me spending time in our FBI training facility ground fighting with our dedicated and skilled defensive tactics instructors. Their big news 'hook' is that after a solid few rounds of grappling, I injured my shoulder. Because its Adam Goldman, you can generally assume hes wrong, and he is, again. The instructor I was grappling with got the best of me, because hes incredibly talented. Thats why hes there." According to The Post Millennial, Bongino further clarified, "And it was my not an 'injury' but a bit of swelling in my right elbow, not shoulder, because Im 50 years old and I cant recover like I used to. But I felt it was important to get on the mats any way, because thats what men do. But Adam doesnt know much about that. And he never will. Because hes Adam, from the NY Times."
Bongino's appointment as Deputy Director of the FBI by President Donald Trump earlier this year marked a significant milestone in his career, which includes previous roles as a New York Police Department officer and a Secret Service agent from 1999 to 2011. His extensive background in law enforcement and security underscores his commitment to public service and national security.
Adam Goldman, the journalist behind the anticipated New York Times piece, has a longstanding career in reporting on national security issues. As stated in his biography, "I cover the F.B.I. and contribute to reporting on the Justice Department as well as other intelligence agencies." Goldman's professional journey includes experience with the Associated Press and other notable outlets. In his "journalism ethics" statement, he emphasizes his dedication to fair and honest coverage of individuals and government entities.
As the situation unfolds, questions arise about the motivations behind the New York Times' focus on Bongino's physical training incident. The broader implications of this report may reflect ongoing tensions between conservative figures and mainstream media outlets, highlighting the challenges faced by public officials in navigating media scrutiny.
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