Pam Bondi's tenure as US Attorney General has come to an abrupt end, with President Donald Trump announcing her replacement on Truth Social. The 60-year-old will be transitioning into a private role, with Deputy AG Todd Blanche taking over on an interim basis.
According to sources, Bondi's exit came after a dramatic confrontation with the president, with the former AG pleading to keep her job. Trump, however, remained firm in his decision, citing her alleged involvement in a sensitive matter tied to Congressman Eric Swalwell.
The White House was reportedly unhappy with Bondi's intervention in FBI plans to release documents related to Swalwell's past interactions with an alleged Chinese spy. The exact nature of her involvement remains unclear, but sources suggest the two shared a friendly relationship.
Bondi's time in office had been under pressure for months, with criticism over her handling of the Jeffrey Epstein files and a lack of transparency further eroding confidence within parts of Trump's base.
