Dan Bongino had it about as good as any ex-Secret Service guy could have it.
His podcast consistently ranked near the top, reaching #1 after the assassination attempt on Donald Trump, making his experience as a Secret Service agent particularly relevant. His Bongino Report website did well, and he had carved out a powerful niche in the conservative commentary infosphere.
When President Trump was reelected, it was natural to expect that Bongino might land a position in it. He was deeply connected with the Trump team, and most of us think that landing a job in a presidential administration would be a feather in your cap. And it is for most people. It can be a ticket to success for many–especially for relatively obscure politicians or staffers who suddenly get to bask in the glow of the president, or for businessmen who can gain even more prestige and…