Trump fires Pam Bondi from Justice Department without explanation

US Attorney General Pam Bondi Relieved of Duties by President Trump

President Donald Trump has announced that he is removing Attorney General Pam Bondi from her position as head of the Justice Department. According to a statement posted on Truth Social, Bondi will “transition” to a new role in the private sector within the next month.

Bondi’s tenure at the Justice Department was marked by controversy and change. She served as Florida’s first female attorney general from 2011 to 2019 before being appointed to the position. During her time in office, she focused on human trafficking, child abuse, and the crackdown on “pill mills” that contributed to the US opioid crisis.

Trump described Bondi as a “loyal friend” and named Deputy Attorney General Todd Blanche as acting attorney general. Trump is also reportedly considering Environmental Protection Agency Administrator Lee Zeldin as a potential permanent replacement for Bondi’s role.

In a statement, Bondi expressed her gratitude for the trust placed in her by President Trump and stated that she would remain available to assist with the transition process. The announcement comes after a tense congressional hearing in which Bondi faced aggressive questioning from politicians.

Bondi served under Trump since February 2025, when he appointed her as attorney general. During her time in office, she was involved in several high-profile cases and controversies, including the handling of the Jeffrey Epstein case. Trump had previously expressed frustration with Bondi’s performance, citing a desire for more action against individuals believed to have broken the law or wronged him.

The details of Bondi’s new role in the private sector are not yet publicly known.

Source: Al Jazeera