VINCE The Boys At The Bureau Got The Bomber | Episode 182
Dec 5, 2025
Dan Bongino, a former federal law-enforcement officer and conservative commentator, dives into the arrest of pipe-bomber Brian Cole Jr. amidst discussions of the DOJ's current and past evidence handling. He provides insights into the renewed FBI efforts over nine months to solve the case and highlights the importance of forensic evidence linking Cole to the crime. The duo addresses the politicization of the FBI and calls for accountability among leaders who may have obstructed investigations. Bongino also teases future revelations as the legal process unfolds.
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Pipe Bomber Arrest Confirmed
- The DOJ arrested Brian Cole Jr. for placing pipe bombs at the RNC and DNC on Jan 5, 2021.
- Attorney General Pam Bondi said the arrest came from existing evidence, not a new tip.
No New Tip, Just Reexamination
- Bondi emphasized there was no new tip or witness that led to the arrest.
- She credited diligent police and prosecutorial work across agencies for solving the case.
New Team Reexamined Old Evidence
- Dan Bongino and Kash Patel led a renewed investigative push that reexamined existing evidence.
- Patel credited bringing in new investigators and experts to generate leads and secure the suspect.