In a recent social media post, President Donald Trump has come forward to defend Pam Bondi, the United States Attorney General, amid a swell of criticism and calls for her resignation from various quarters. The backlash stems from accusations that Bondi is withholding crucial information linked to the notorious sex offender Jeffrey Epstein and his alleged client list.
Trump's support comes on the heels of a memo released by Bondi's Justice Department, which left many in the public and her critics underwhelmed, as it failed to reveal significant insights into Epstein's case. "Let Pam Bondi do her job," Trump asserted emphatically, urging his followers to redirect their focus from Epstein and avoid wasting time on the matter.
Among those criticizing Bondi are notable figures such as conspiracy theorist Laura Loomer and billionaire Elon Musk, both of whom have ties to Trump. The contentious memo, released jointly with the FBI, stated that there was no evidence of a "client list" or indications that Epstein had blackmailed any high-profile individuals, which has added fuel to ongoing conspiracy theories. The findings were based on an extensive review of over 300 gigabytes of data.
The revelation prompted frustration from FBI officials, leading to a tense discussion between Bondi and FBI Deputy Director Dan Bongino at the White House this week, indicating a possible growing rift between the FBI and the Justice Department regarding the Epstein investigation. Loomer even claimed on social media that Bongino is contemplating resignation, amid rumors surrounding his absence from work on Friday.
Epstein's mysterious death in a New York jail back in 2019 has perpetuated a whirlwind of conspiracy theories, and the recent memo reaffirmed the official ruling of suicide—an assertion many in Trump's circle had previously questioned.
Earlier in February, Bondi hinted on Fox News that Epstein's client list was ready for her review, but she later clarified that she was referring to the entire Epstein case file. Secretary of Justice Trump's impatience with the continued public interest in the Epstein saga was evident last week when he expressed disbelief at reporters’ ongoing inquiries about the case amidst pressing news globally. Conversations reignited over the Epstein storyline recently, especially after Musk insinuated Trump may be implicated in unreleased files related to Epstein—claims which were subsequently dismissed by the White House.
