Pam Bondi, nominee for U.S. Attorney General, faced sharp criticism during her Senate Judiciary Committee hearing. Lawmakers grilled her on key issues, raising serious concerns about her suitability for the role.
Bondi’s independence was a major focus, given her ties to President-elect Donald Trump as a former member of his legal team. While she pledged impartiality, her refusal to rule out investigations into Trump’s political opponents alarmed Democratic senators. Questions about her ethical boundaries also dominated the hearing. Bondi assured the committee she would not politicize the Department of Justice, but her vague responses left some unconvinced.
Adding to the controversy, Bondi dodged directly acknowledging Joe Biden’s legitimate victory in the 2020 election, opting only to state that Biden is the current president. This raised doubts about her stance on upholding democratic principles.
Despite these contentious moments, Republicans praised her, viewing her nomination as a step toward reforming the DOJ. With a Republican majority in the Senate, her confirmation seems likely, though Democrats remain staunchly opposed, citing fears of partisan influence under her leadership. The hearing highlighted deep political divides and set the stage for a heated confirmation battle.
