Account

The Actual News

Just the Facts, from multiple news sources.

"I'm not going to discuss that": Bondi clashes with senators over Comey, Epstein and Trump

"I'm not going to discuss that": Bondi clashes with senators over Comey, Epstein and Trump

Summary

Attorney General Pam Bondi did not answer senators' questions about investigations involving James Comey, Jeffrey Epstein, and President Donald Trump. During a Senate hearing, Democratic lawmakers accused Bondi of protecting President Trump while going after his political enemies. Bondi avoided giving details about her conversations and decisions related to high-profile cases.

Key Facts

  • Pam Bondi is the Attorney General and part of President Trump's administration.
  • Bondi refused to answer questions about investigations into James Comey and Jeffrey Epstein during a Senate hearing.
  • Democratic senators questioned if Bondi was influenced by the White House regarding whom to investigate.
  • Bondi mentioned Comey was indicted in a Virginia federal court but gave few details.
  • During the hearing, Bondi met questions with deflection and did not discuss her talks with President Trump.
  • Democratic lawmakers accused Bondi of stonewalling, or avoiding giving clear answers, in the oversight hearing.
  • Allegations related to Trump border czar Tom Homan and a potential bribe were also brought up, but Bondi said no wrongdoing was found.
  • Bondi's handling of various topics, including Trump and Epstein, was repeatedly questioned by senators.

Source Information