Andrew Bailey, who serves as the Missouri attorney general, has been appointed as co-deputy director of the Federal Bureau of Investigation, according to Deputy Attorney General Todd Blanche.

"Thrilled to welcome Andrew Bailey as our new FBI Co-Deputy Director," according to Blanche's post. "As Missouri’s Attorney General, he took on the swamp, fought weaponized government, and defended the Constitution. Now he is bringing that fight to DOJ."

This marks the first time in FBI history that the agency has had two deputy directors. Current Deputy Director Dan Bongino has had a tumultuous time as director, especially surrounding the release of the Epstein files. Bongino was upset at the administration's handling of the issue, according to sources.

"I am proud to announce I have accepted the role of Co-Deputy Director of the FBI," Bailey posted on X. "I extend my thanks to @POTUS and @AGPamBondi for the opportunity to serve in the mission to Make America Safe Again. I will protect America and uphold the Constitution."

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