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Pam Bondi’s confirmation hearing for Attorney General before the Senate Judiciary Committee focused on her previous work with President-elect Donald Trump and her capacity to lead an impartial Justice Department.
Questions from Democrats centered on Bondi’s independence, with some senators like Alex Padilla pushing hard on her past statements regarding the 2020 election, leading to tense exchanges. Richard Blumenthal also took a strong line of questioning, challenging whether Bondi would prioritize Trump’s interests over national law enforcement duties. Bondi responded by pledging to run the Justice Department without political interference, focusing on law enforcement priorities such as crime reduction and public safety. She brought up her tenure as Florida’s Attorney General, where she spearheaded initiatives against human trafficking and opioid abuse.
The hearing covered a range of issues, including election integrity, immigration policy, and civil rights enforcement. Some Democrats were perceived as getting out of hand with their aggressive and repetitive questioning, which sometimes appeared more pointed towards making political statements than seeking substantive answers.
The next phase for Bondi’s confirmation will be a vote by the Judiciary Committee, followed by a full Senate vote if she advances. With that said, we want to ask you, the reader: how would you rate Pam Bondi’s performance during her confirmation hearing? Answer in our poll below and comment your thoughts on the committee hearings so far.
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