The Federal Bureau of Investigation has appointed Christopher Raia to serve as co-deputy director following the departure of Dan Bongino from the agency’s leadership. The decision places Raia alongside another senior official in overseeing the FBI’s day-to-day operations, marking a significant leadership transition at the bureau.
Raia, a seasoned FBI executive with extensive experience in national security and counterterrorism matters, steps into the expanded role as the agency adjusts to the change at the top. His new position will involve broad oversight responsibilities and collaboration with senior leadership on strategic priorities across the bureau.
The move comes as Bongino exits his post amid internal shifts within the FBI’s command structure. Raia’s elevation reflects the agency’s effort to maintain continuity of leadership and operational focus during the transition.
In announcing the leadership change, the FBI underscored Raia’s qualifications and long tenure with the organization, emphasizing his track record in managing complex investigations and administrative functions. The co-deputy director role is expected to play a central part in guiding the bureau’s work on law enforcement, intelligence, and national security issues in the months ahead.