Trump Intensifies Pressure on Attorney General Pam Bondi Over Slow Progress in High-Profile Prosecutions
President Trump has criticized Attorney General Pam Bondi, accusing her of inaction in high-profile prosecutions and pressing DOJ for faster legal action against his opponents.
Overview
President Trump has increasingly complained to aides in recent weeks, calling Attorney General Pam Bondi weak and ineffective in enforcing his priorities within the Justice Department.
Trump's main grievances center on dismissed cases against New York AG Letitia James and former FBI Director James Comey after a judge questioned the appointment of the securing prosecutor.
The president has discussed appointing special counsels and pressured DOJ to pursue investigations more aggressively, citing slow progress and setbacks in major politically sensitive cases.
Bondi drew backlash over her handling of Jeffrey Epstein document releases, a rollout criticized by White House officials and conservative influencers as underwhelming and poorly coordinated.
White House officials publicly praised Bondi while privately expressing frustration; the dispute reflects Trump’s demand for swift legal action against perceived political adversaries ahead of broader political objectives.
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FAQ
Trump's main grievances center on dismissed cases against New York AG Letitia James and former FBI Director James Comey due to issues with the special prosecutor, along with slow progress in politically sensitive prosecutions.
Bondi drew backlash for the underwhelming and poorly coordinated rollout of Jeffrey Epstein document releases, criticized by White House officials and conservative influencers.
White House officials publicly praised Bondi while privately expressing frustration over her handling of prosecutions and document releases.
Trump has discussed appointing special counsels and pressured the DOJ to pursue investigations more aggressively against his political opponents.
Pam Bondi is a longtime Trump ally, former Florida AG, who served on his impeachment team, promoted election denial claims, and has been criticized for dropping a Trump University probe after a donation.
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