Dan Bongino recently aired his final podcast episode, using the opportunity to take aim at Sen. Adam Schiff, particularly over his involvement in the Russia collusion narrative that dominated political discourse in 2016. Bongino, who was recently appointed as the deputy director of the FBI under Kash Patel, mirrored the sentiments of many conservative figures who believe that Schiff should face consequences for allegedly misleading the public regarding the Trump-Russia investigation.
Bongino didn’t hold back in his criticism of the Democratic congressman, calling him out for what he sees as a relentless history of failures. “He’s on a sinking ship, folks. He has a perfect track record of failure,” Bongino remarked. He then turned the attention of his audience to Schiff’s apparent anxiety regarding the ongoing discussion of the Russia collusion matter, asking, “Why is Adam Schiff so worried, folks?”
Bongino was referring to the Russia collusion allegations that initially emerged in 2016, when numerous people believed that former President Donald Trump had somehow colluded with Russia to interfere in the election. Although subsequent investigations, including the Mueller report, failed to find any substantial evidence of such an arrangement, Bongino believes the issue remains unresolved, especially now that Trump is back in the political spotlight.
Bongino took the opportunity to urge his listeners not to simply move past the issue, even though many have written it off as an old and settled matter. “I know it’s a story that’s old, and a lot of people want to move on from it. But I’m here to tell you, that’s not happening,” Bongino declared. He emphasized that, even with the passing of time, the Russia collusion hoax is too important to forget.
He argued that this narrative wasn’t just an incidental political controversy but something that had the potential to harm America’s standing in the global arena. “We had the FBI working with the Department of Justice, members of Congress, foreign governments, and intelligence operatives to create a false story,” Bongino said. “A story that could have put us in serious jeopardy with a nuclear-armed rival. This isn’t something that should just be swept under the rug.”
Bongino’s strong stance on the issue reflects a wider conservative call to revisit the events surrounding the collusion investigation. Many on the right still view the investigation, its handling, and its aftermath as a significant breach of trust, one that they believe was politically motivated rather than a legitimate pursuit of justice.
The former NYPD officer and political commentator, known for his direct and unfiltered style, underscored the gravity of the situation, pointing out that the false narrative could have far-reaching consequences. “We’re talking about international relations with a country that could have retaliated in serious ways. That could’ve meant danger for us all,” Bongino said. “It was reckless. And I’m not going to just let it go.”
Bongino’s remarks also highlighted what he sees as a concerted effort to push the Russia collusion story despite the lack of evidence to support it. For him, this was more than just a failed political attack; it was a deliberate attempt to undermine the legitimacy of a duly elected president. “The people who pushed this story knew the truth—they knew there was no collusion. But they kept it going because they wanted to damage Trump politically, and to a certain extent, they succeeded,” Bongino argued.
The political fallout from the Russia collusion investigation was profound. It fueled division, led to the special counsel’s investigation, and created a media frenzy that dominated much of the national conversation. Even after the release of the Mueller report, which found no collusion between the Trump campaign and Russia, many in the media and political circles continued to hold onto the idea that the investigation had been necessary and that Trump’s election was somehow illegitimate.
In Bongino’s eyes, the issue is far from resolved. He pointed out that as Trump seeks to make a political comeback, revisiting the Russia collusion story is crucial. “With Trump back in the game, we need to look at this again,” he said. “There are lessons to be learned here, and there’s accountability that has to be held.”
The call for accountability is something Bongino returned to multiple times during his final podcast. He argued that Schiff, as one of the leading figures who helped drive the narrative, should be held responsible for his role in pushing the unverified story. For Bongino, it wasn’t just about political rivalry but about ensuring the integrity of the system. “If people like Schiff can push a false narrative with no repercussions, then what does that say about our system?” he asked.
For Bongino, this final podcast episode wasn’t just a sign-off from his show; it was an impassioned appeal for justice and truth. He vowed not to let the Russia collusion hoax fade into the background, despite many in Washington and the media wanting to move on. “This issue has too many consequences to just ignore it,” Bongino concluded.
The episode resonated with many conservatives, who continue to feel that the investigation into Russian interference was politically motivated. Whether or not the issue will be revisited with the same intensity that Bongino advocates for remains to be seen, but his final podcast delivered a powerful message about the persistence of certain issues in American politics.
Bongino’s comments serve as a reminder of the deep divides in American politics, particularly when it comes to how key events and investigations are interpreted. While some want to leave the Russia collusion controversy behind, Bongino insists that the repercussions of what he views as a fabricated narrative have yet to be fully addressed. For him, this remains an issue of national significance. And as his final podcast closed, it was clear that, for Bongino, some things are too important to let go.
