Donald Trump fires Pam Bondi, names Todd Blanche as new US attorney general

US Attorney General Pam Bondi has been removed from her position by President Donald Trump, who has also appointed Todd Blanche to the role. This move comes after a period of controversy surrounding the Department of Justice’s handling of the Jeffrey Epstein case.

Bondi had previously stated that she would not release the names of those involved in the Epstein case, citing concerns for their safety and privacy. However, this stance was met with criticism from lawmakers who felt that she was withholding information from Congress.

In a statement, Trump announced his decision to replace Bondi with Blanche, stating that he had “full confidence” in the new attorney general’s ability to lead the department.

Lawmakers have vowed to force Bondi to testify about her handling of the Epstein case despite her removal from office. This move is seen as an attempt to hold her accountable for her actions and ensure transparency in the department’s dealings with the case.

The Department of Justice has been criticized for its slow response to the Epstein case, with many feeling that it was too lenient on those involved. The controversy surrounding Bondi’s handling of the case has led to increased scrutiny of the department’s policies and procedures.

Blanche will take over as attorney general immediately, replacing Bondi who had served in the role since 2017.

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