Pam Bondi, nominee for attorney general donald trumphas promised to lead the Department of Justice (DOJ) impartially and without political influence, stating that in recent years, under the Administration of Joe Bidensaid institution has been marked by an alleged politicization of justice. In his appearance before the Senate Judiciary CommitteeBondi assured that “justice will be equal for everyone in the United States”rejecting any partisan use of the Department.
Bondi, who has previously DOJ accused of politically persecuting Trump under the government of Bidendeclared: “Partisanship and instrumentalization will disappear.”
He also stated that ““The Department of Justice must be and act independently.” and assured that will not take action against people “simply because of their political affiliation”thus responding to concerns expressed by Democratic senators about their ability to maintain independence in the face of possible pressure from the former president.
Regarding cases related to attacks on January 6, 2021 CapitolBondi stated that will analyze “case by case” possible pardons requested by Trump for those convicted for their participation in said events.
“If I am asked to examine those cases, I will analyze each one of them and give my opinion on a case-by-case basis, just as I did throughout my career as a prosecutor.”“explained Bondi, who also described the transfer of power between the Trump and Biden administration in 2021 as “peaceful.”
The candidate also generated controversy when referring to the 2020 presidential elections. Although she recognized the results that gave Joe Bidenraised doubts about the count in the state of Pennsylvaniaone of the key territories in those elections. Bondi claimed to have witnessed “many things” during the process, although he did not offer specific details about his observations.
The former attorney general of Florida and current corporate lobbyist would be one of the most watched members of the cabinet. donald trump If confirmed as leader of the Department of Justicethe same institution that prosecuted the former president in two criminal cases that did not reach trial.
Referring to his leadership in Florida, he stated: “After becoming attorney general in 2011, I proudly served two terms. My mandate was limited. I’d probably still be there right now if they hadn’t kicked me out. of office due to term limits. “I loved being attorney general.”
Bondi, a 59-year-old politician originally from tampahas been linked to Trump’s orbit for years, serving as a member of his campaign team in the 2020 election.
As of January 20, and if confirmed, Pam Bondi will take charge of attorney general from the United States, the highest position within the field of law enforcement at the national level. His role will be decisive in implementing various projects on the former Republican president’s agenda and in defining the direction of the Department of Justice under his leadership.
“President Trump’s leadership on criminal justice reform has shown what is possible when a president is not afraid to do things that have been considered too difficult.” Bondi stated during his appearance, alluding to the former president’s first term. She added that, like Trump, she believes that the country is “on the cusp of a new golden age” in which the Justice Department “can and must do better,” a commitment she said she would make if confirmed.
“If I am confirmed as the next Attorney General of the United States, my primary goal will be to return the Department of Justice to its core mission of keeping Americans safe and aggressively pursuing criminals.”“, the candidate promised before the Committee.
“That’s what the American people expect, and that’s what they deserve from the Department of Justice. If I am confirmed, I will do everything in my power and it will be my great responsibility to make America safe again,” Bondi concluded.
For now, the decision on his confirmation is in the hands of the Senate Judiciary Committeewhile the debate about its independence and its possible alignment with Trump’s policies continues to be a central topic of discussion among legislators.
(With information from Europa Press)
