The Dan Bongino Show Joe Kent is Wrong, And So is His Explanation (Ep. 2475)
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Mar 18, 2026 A fiery takedown of a high-profile resignation and the reasons given for it. A deep dive into the perceived Iranian threat and why Israel matters to US security. Examples of media flip-flops and worries about movement infiltration and 2028 opportunists. Homeland vulnerabilities, lone-actor terrorism, and proposed legal fixes are also discussed.
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Avoid Scapegoating And Keep Focus On Security
- Do not let movement energy be co-opted by scapegoating Jews or Israel; prioritize national security and practical alliances.
- Bongino emphasizes America First means choosing allies that reduce threats, not ideological purity tests.
Media Flip Flop Effect When Targets Change
- Bongino highlights the 'ox's gourd' effect: media flip-flops praise or vilify the same figure depending on whether they attack or support Donald Trump.
- He shows examples of Mark Warner and others reversing positions on Joe Kent when critiques aligned with anti-Trump narratives.
Resign If You Cannot Support Presidential Policy
- If you disagree with policy you served under, resign rather than obstruct; Bongino says resignations are appropriate when you can't enact presidential policy.
- He notes Joe Kent's past interactions never showed he viewed Iran as non-threatening.