Bongino is a former Secret Service agent turned podcaster. Trump said he will serve as the FBI’s deputy director, a role traditionally held by career agents.

Several in the intelligence community have expressed concern over Bongino's lack of experience and support for conspiracy theories.

Keith Pearson was the St. Lucie County Sheriff for just over a year after being appointed by Gov. Ron DeSantis. President Donald Trump has tapped two men with ties to the Treasure Coast to assist during his second term administration.