Several in the intelligence community have expressed concern over Bongino's lack of experience and support for conspiracy theories.

Bongino is set to serve directly under FBI Director Kash Patel, who faced a tough confirmation battle and was sworn in late last week.

Dan Bongino, a former U.S. Secret Service agent who has penned best-selling books, ran unsuccessfully for office and gained fame as a conservative pundit with TV shows and a popular podcast, has been chosen to serve as FBI deputy director.