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Dan Banino's tenure was marked by tumultuous moments, including a notable dispute with Pam Bondi, which almost led to his resignation. Despite threats to quit, Banino remained in his role for about nine to ten months, even as support waned among certain MAGA supporters, partly due to perceptions of the FBI's handling of sensitive investigations.
In a revealing moment, Banino publicly shared the immense personal sacrifice he made, describing his long work hours, separation from his family, and the emotional toll of serving in federal law enforcement. The candidness of this confession highlighted the grueling nature of his role and perhaps why he was reconsidering his position.