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Pam Bondi defies House subpoena over Epstein files

Pam Bondi defies House subpoena over Epstein files

Summary

Pam Bondi, who was recently removed as Attorney General, will not comply with a subpoena from the House Oversight and Government Reform Committee about her handling of Epstein-related files. The committee seeks her testimony as part of their investigation but she has declined to appear, prompting potential legal actions.

Key Facts

  • Pam Bondi was asked to testify by the House Oversight and Government Reform Committee about Epstein files.
  • Bondi was removed from her position as Attorney General earlier this month.
  • She was subpoenaed to appear for questioning on April 14.
  • The Justice Department stated she will not attend since she is no longer Attorney General.
  • The committee plans to discuss next steps with Bondi's personal attorney.
  • Lawmakers had approved the subpoena with bipartisan support.
  • Democratic lawmakers accused Bondi of avoiding her legal duty to testify.
  • There is a possibility of Bondi being held in contempt of Congress if she doesn't comply.

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