In this LifeZette article, staff writers report that former FBI Deputy Director Dan Bongino forcefully debunked Joe Kent’s claims about the Thomas Crooks investigation into the Trump assassination attempt, calling parts of the story “completely fabricated bullshit.”
- Bongino said he personally offered Kent multiple briefings at NCTC headquarters on Crooks’ devices, foreign connections, and other questions raised, with witnesses present.
- He disputed Kent’s assertion that investigators were blocked from accessing Crooks’ phones and computers, stating all devices were examined and no foreign nexus was found.
- Bongino also rejected claims that the DHS Inspector General was obstructed, noting IG officials received briefings in the Hoover Building.
- Kent alleged initial reports of limited online presence for Crooks were contradicted by later discoveries, raising questions about foreign links.
- Bongino emphasized that Kent’s account of being denied access and information was inaccurate, calling it sad to see such misrepresentation from a former colleague.
- The exchange highlights ongoing skepticism and internal disputes over the completeness of the Butler, Pennsylvania, assassination probe.
- Bongino stressed the investigation thoroughly covered the issues Kent raised, countering narratives of cover-ups or withheld evidence.
Read the full story:
https://www.lifezette.com/2026/06/dan-bongino-nukes-joe-kents-story-completely-fabricated-bullsht-on-trump-assassination-plot-watch/
