Bondi claps back at Hirono amid questions about political prosecutions: ‘Refused to meet with me’
Pam Bondi, President-elect Trump’s nominee for attorney general, faced a challenging moment during her confirmation hearing when she engaged in a heated exchange with Democrat Sen. Mazie Hirono. The Hawaii senator questioned Bondi about her independence as attorney general, particularly in light of President-elect Trump’s statements about the Justice Department. Hirono asked Bondi if she would investigate Trump’s perceived political enemies if he requested it.
Bondi responded by expressing her belief in the importance of the attorney general’s independence from the White House. She emphasized that restoring public faith in the Department of Justice was crucial and suggested that statements like Hirono’s could contribute to further erosion of trust in the DOJ.
Conservatives on social media praised Bondi for her handling of Hirono’s questions, with many commending her for standing her ground. Abigail Jackson, communications director for GOP Sen. Josh Hawley, highlighted Bondi’s strong response, while the Media Research Center also lauded her performance.
Despite the tense exchange, Bondi is expected to be confirmed by the Senate, with some speculating that she may even receive bipartisan support. The confirmation process will continue, and Bondi’s responses during the hearing have garnered attention and praise from conservatives online.
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