Pam Bondi Confirmed as U.S. Attorney General, Strengthening Trump's Influence over Justice Department
On February 4, 2025, the U.S. Senate confirmed former Florida Attorney General Pam Bondi as the nation's Attorney General with a 54-46 vote. The confirmation was largely along party lines, with all 53 Republicans and one Democrat, Senator John Fetterman of Pennsylvania, supporting the nomination.
Bondi, who served as Florida's Attorney General from 2011 to 2019, is a longtime ally of President Donald Trump. Her appointment follows the withdrawal of former Representative Matt Gaetz from consideration due to ethics concerns.
During her confirmation hearings, Bondi pledged to maintain the Justice Department's independence and focus on its core mission of upholding the law. However, her close relationship with President Trump has raised concerns among Democrats about potential politicization of the department.
As Attorney General, Bondi will oversee the Department of Justice, including agencies such as the FBI, and manage over 115,000 employees. Her leadership will play a crucial role in shaping the department's direction during President Trump's term.
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