Confirmation of Pam Bondi as U.S. Attorney General

SOURCE www.npr.org
Pam Bondi, a longtime defender of President Trump, has been confirmed as the next U.S. attorney general, with a vote of 54 to 46. She pledges to be independent and lead the Justice Department based on facts and law, distancing herself from previous remarks about prosecuting political enemies.

Key Points

  • Bondi confirmed as U.S. attorney general by a vote of 54 to 46
  • Pledges to lead the Justice Department independently
  • Prioritizes addressing gangs, drugs, cartels, the border, and foreign adversaries

Pros

  • Extensive experience as a prosecutor and former state attorney general
  • Pledges to lead the Justice Department independently based on facts and law

Cons

  • Previously pushed false claims of fraud in the 2020 election
  • Faced questions about prosecuting perceived political enemies