DOJ Says Bondi Won't Testify, Lawmakers Threaten Contempt
DOJ told House Oversight Pam Bondi need not appear for an April 14 deposition after her firing, prompting bipartisan demands to reschedule and threats of contempt.
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Overview
The Justice Department told House Oversight Committee Chair Rep. James Comer in a letter that Pam Bondi will not appear for her April 14 deposition.
DOJ said in the letter that because Bondi was fired by President Donald Trump she cannot testify in her official capacity and the subpoena no longer obligates her.
Lawmakers on both sides, including Rep. Nancy Mace and Rep. Robert Garcia, said Bondi must still testify and warned they could pursue contempt charges if she refuses.
The committees subpoena passed after five Republicans joined Democrats, and Bill Gates is scheduled for a closed-door interview on June 10 as the Epstein probe continues.
The Oversight Committee said it will contact Bondis personal counsel to discuss rescheduling her deposition and lawmakers said they will press for next steps, including possible contempt proceedings.
Analysis
Center-leaning sources report this story neutrally, balancing factual details, source statements and caveats. They include denials (Gates spokesperson), contextual qualifiers ("appearing in the files is not necessarily an indication of criminal wrongdoing"), and disclosures (Gates Foundation supports NPR). Emphasis on documentary references and testimony chronology maintains an evidence-focused, non-editorial tone.