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Missouri AG Andrew Bailey to Serve as FBI's Co-Deputy Director

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Missouri Attorney General Andrew Bailey has announced that he will take on the role of Co-Deputy Director of the FBI, alongside current second-in-command Dan Bongino. Bailey, a Trump loyalist, comes from a background in state law enforcement and has been known for his advocacy of conservative policies. He will resign from his current position as Missouri's top law enforcement official on September 8.

Key Takeaways:

  • Andrew Bailey, Missouri Attorney General, has accepted the role of Co-Deputy Director of the FBI, as announced on social media.
  • Bailey will serve alongside current FBI Deputy Director Dan Bongino, a former Secret Service agent and media personality.
  • Bailey's appointment is a departure from the traditional path of FBI deputy directors, who are typically career staffers.
  • Bailey has a history of advocating for conservative policies, including restrictions on abortion and gender-affirming care for minors.
  • He has also sued Starbucks over its diversity, equity, and inclusion policies.
  • Bailey's background in state law enforcement includes service in the Army and work as a state prosecutor in Missouri.
  • Dan Bongino has a history of clashing with other administration officials, including last month's controversy surrounding the Jeffrey Epstein case review.
  • White House spokesperson Harrison Fields emphasized the need for unity within the team, stating that any attempts to sow division would be baseless and distracting.

Statistics:

  • September 8: Date of Bailey's resignation from his current position as Missouri Attorney General.
  • 2023: Year Bailey took office as Missouri Attorney General.
  • 1: Number of time Bailey asked the Supreme Court to intervene on Missouri's behalf in a criminal case against former President Trump.

Sources:

  • Andrew Bailey's social media statement announcing his appointment as Co-Deputy Director of the FBI.
  • Todd Blanche's X post confirming Andrew Bailey's appointment.
  • Harrison Fields' statement addressing the controversy surrounding the Jeffrey Epstein case review.

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