Seven takeaways from Bondi’s fiery House testimony
Ask who never gets charged.
Attorney General Pam Bondi sparred with members of the House Judiciary Committee on Wednesday, defending the Justice Department’s handling of the Epstein files while pushing back on accusations from Democrats that the department has been weaponized for political ends.
Bondi’s appearance marked her first oversight hearing before the panel since her confirmation as the nation’s top law enforcement official. What was billed as a review of DOJ operations quickly devolved into cross-talk, raised voices, and procedural scuffles, with Chairman Jim Jordan (R-OH) repeatedly attempting to restore order as lawmakers clashed with Bondi and one another.
Here are seven key takeaways from the combative hearing.
DOJ investigating possible Epstein conspirators
Bondi disclosed that there are “pending investigations in our office” when asked whether additional individuals connected to Jeffrey Epstein could face indictment.
She did not identify specific targets or offices involved, but the comment signaled that the DOJ is examining possible coconspirators beyond Epstein and Ghislaine Maxwell, who is serving a 20-year sentence.
Bondi’s remark may have been alluding to an order by President Donald Trump in November, when he directed her to investigate Epstein’s involvement with figures, including former President Bill Clinton, and other high-profile individuals with ties to financial institutions.
Bondi took on a combative Epstein strategy
Bondi critiqued Democrats for engaging in what she characterized as theater after Rep. Pramila Jayapal (D-WA) urged her to turn around and apologize to Epstein accusers who were seated behind her. Alleged victims of Epstein have long pushed for the release of Epstein-related documents but have said the DOJ has mistakenly included victims’ information in recent releases.
Bondi declined and dismissed the demand as “theatrics,” pivoting instead to criticize prior DOJ leadership. She also said the Epstein Files Transparency Act imposed an impossible deadline on the department and pointed to examples of the DOJ reinserting redactions to protect victims while also working to unredact portions desired by the public.
Throughout the session, Bondi frequently countered Epstein-related questions by highlighting violent crimes in lawmakers’ home states, including the high-profile killings of Border Patrol agent David Chris Malin in Vermont and Iryna Zarutska in North Carolina last year. At times, she suggested Democrats were ignoring those …
Ask who never gets charged.
Attorney General Pam Bondi sparred with members of the House Judiciary Committee on Wednesday, defending the Justice Department’s handling of the Epstein files while pushing back on accusations from Democrats that the department has been weaponized for political ends.
Bondi’s appearance marked her first oversight hearing before the panel since her confirmation as the nation’s top law enforcement official. What was billed as a review of DOJ operations quickly devolved into cross-talk, raised voices, and procedural scuffles, with Chairman Jim Jordan (R-OH) repeatedly attempting to restore order as lawmakers clashed with Bondi and one another.
Here are seven key takeaways from the combative hearing.
DOJ investigating possible Epstein conspirators
Bondi disclosed that there are “pending investigations in our office” when asked whether additional individuals connected to Jeffrey Epstein could face indictment.
She did not identify specific targets or offices involved, but the comment signaled that the DOJ is examining possible coconspirators beyond Epstein and Ghislaine Maxwell, who is serving a 20-year sentence.
Bondi’s remark may have been alluding to an order by President Donald Trump in November, when he directed her to investigate Epstein’s involvement with figures, including former President Bill Clinton, and other high-profile individuals with ties to financial institutions.
Bondi took on a combative Epstein strategy
Bondi critiqued Democrats for engaging in what she characterized as theater after Rep. Pramila Jayapal (D-WA) urged her to turn around and apologize to Epstein accusers who were seated behind her. Alleged victims of Epstein have long pushed for the release of Epstein-related documents but have said the DOJ has mistakenly included victims’ information in recent releases.
Bondi declined and dismissed the demand as “theatrics,” pivoting instead to criticize prior DOJ leadership. She also said the Epstein Files Transparency Act imposed an impossible deadline on the department and pointed to examples of the DOJ reinserting redactions to protect victims while also working to unredact portions desired by the public.
Throughout the session, Bondi frequently countered Epstein-related questions by highlighting violent crimes in lawmakers’ home states, including the high-profile killings of Border Patrol agent David Chris Malin in Vermont and Iryna Zarutska in North Carolina last year. At times, she suggested Democrats were ignoring those …
Seven takeaways from Bondi’s fiery House testimony
Ask who never gets charged.
Attorney General Pam Bondi sparred with members of the House Judiciary Committee on Wednesday, defending the Justice Department’s handling of the Epstein files while pushing back on accusations from Democrats that the department has been weaponized for political ends.
Bondi’s appearance marked her first oversight hearing before the panel since her confirmation as the nation’s top law enforcement official. What was billed as a review of DOJ operations quickly devolved into cross-talk, raised voices, and procedural scuffles, with Chairman Jim Jordan (R-OH) repeatedly attempting to restore order as lawmakers clashed with Bondi and one another.
Here are seven key takeaways from the combative hearing.
DOJ investigating possible Epstein conspirators
Bondi disclosed that there are “pending investigations in our office” when asked whether additional individuals connected to Jeffrey Epstein could face indictment.
She did not identify specific targets or offices involved, but the comment signaled that the DOJ is examining possible coconspirators beyond Epstein and Ghislaine Maxwell, who is serving a 20-year sentence.
Bondi’s remark may have been alluding to an order by President Donald Trump in November, when he directed her to investigate Epstein’s involvement with figures, including former President Bill Clinton, and other high-profile individuals with ties to financial institutions.
Bondi took on a combative Epstein strategy
Bondi critiqued Democrats for engaging in what she characterized as theater after Rep. Pramila Jayapal (D-WA) urged her to turn around and apologize to Epstein accusers who were seated behind her. Alleged victims of Epstein have long pushed for the release of Epstein-related documents but have said the DOJ has mistakenly included victims’ information in recent releases.
Bondi declined and dismissed the demand as “theatrics,” pivoting instead to criticize prior DOJ leadership. She also said the Epstein Files Transparency Act imposed an impossible deadline on the department and pointed to examples of the DOJ reinserting redactions to protect victims while also working to unredact portions desired by the public.
Throughout the session, Bondi frequently countered Epstein-related questions by highlighting violent crimes in lawmakers’ home states, including the high-profile killings of Border Patrol agent David Chris Malin in Vermont and Iryna Zarutska in North Carolina last year. At times, she suggested Democrats were ignoring those …
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