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During a recent interview with George Stephanopoulos, Senator Amy Klobuchar expressed her apprehension regarding the potential prioritization of retribution by Pam Bondi, Donald Trump’s nominee for Attorney General, if she secures confirmation. Klobuchar remarked, “I hope that’s not the case,” as she addressed concerns over Bondi’s motivations.
Additionally, Klobuchar described the prospect of Representative Matt Gaetz leading a department consisting of 115,000 law enforcement personnel as “absurd,” especially in light of the investigation he has faced regarding allegations of sex trafficking that surfaced earlier this week.
Klobuchar emphasized the importance of competence and adherence to the law in evaluating Bondi’s candidacy, acknowledging that the position entails significant responsibility as the nation’s foremost law enforcement officer. “Pam Bondi will have a hearing and will be able to make her views clear,” she stated.
Stephanopoulos also highlighted a video segment from August 2023, in which Bondi warned political adversaries of Trump that “The Department of Justice, the prosecutors will be prosecuted — the bad ones.” She claimed those involved in the so-called “deep state” during Trump’s previous administration were now exposed and could be investigated, implying a need to “clean house.”
Hours after Gaetz withdrew from consideration, Trump introduced Bondi as his second nomination for Attorney General. On Truth Social, Trump praised her, stating, “I am proud to announce former Attorney General of the Great State of Florida, Pam Bondi, as our next Attorney General of the United States.” He lauded her extensive experience as a prosecutor and her efforts to enhance public safety in Florida.
Trump elaborated on Bondi’s achievements, noting her tenure as Florida’s first female Attorney General from 2011 to 2019, where she focused on combating drug trafficking and decreasing overdose deaths due to fentanyl. He highlighted her contributions to the Opioid and Drug Abuse Commission during his first term, claiming her actions helped save lives.
After her time as Attorney General, Bondi took part in Trump’s impeachment defense in 2019 and later transitioned to a fundraising role with the Republican firm Ballard Partners. Most recently, she has been appointed as chair of the America First Policy Institute in 2024.
PBS News Hour’s White House Correspondent, Laura Barrón-López, noted on Friday that Bondi boasts significantly more qualifications than Gaetz. Further, she described Bondi as a “definite” loyalist to Trump, predicting that her confirmation process would likely proceed swiftly due to the substantial Republican support backing her nomination.
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