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Democrats in US slam Pam Bondi for refusing to appear for Epstein hearing

Democrats in US slam Pam Bondi for refusing to appear for Epstein hearing

Summary

U.S. lawmakers want former Attorney General Pam Bondi to testify about how the government managed files related to Jeffrey Epstein. Bondi refuses to appear, even after a subpoena. President Trump’s administration faces criticism for handling the Epstein files.

Key Facts

  • U.S. House Democrats want Pam Bondi to testify about Jeffrey Epstein files.
  • Bondi was subpoenaed but has not appeared for questioning.
  • Pam Bondi was fired as U.S. Attorney General on April 2.
  • The Epstein Files Transparency Act requires government transparency on these files.
  • Congressman Robert Garcia warns Bondi may face contempt of Congress for noncompliance.
  • President Trump previously called investigations into Epstein files a "hoax."
  • Critics argue the Trump administration withheld or heavily redacted documents related to Epstein.
  • A YouGov poll shows 56% disapprove of Trump's handling of Epstein files.

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