On this episode of the podcast, retired FBI Executive Assistant Director and author of the book titled, “WANTED: The FBI I Once Knew,” Chris Piehota breaks down the major shifts happening at the Bureau under new leadership. He shares his insights on the confirmation of Kash Patel as FBI Director and Dan Bongino, who was recently appointed by President Trump as the deputy director of the organization. Piehota highlights Patel’s vision for a revitalized agency, discussing his bold plan to relocate 1,500 employees out of Washington, D.C. and to integrate the ATF into the FBI for better resource management. Furthermore, Piehota critiques past border policies and emphasizes the role of strong leadership in tackling the FBI’s cultural and operational challenges.

You can follow Chris Piehota on X (formerly Twitter) by searching for his handle: @ChrisPiehota and you can purchase his book, “WANTED: The FBI I Once Knew” on Amazon.com today!