Senate Confirms Pam Bondi as U.S. Attorney General

The U.S. Senate confirmed Pam Bondi as the next attorney general on a 54-46 vote, marking her ascent to lead the Department of Justice under President Donald Trump. Bondi, a former Florida attorney general, will oversee a department poised for significant changes amidst ongoing scrutiny related to federal prosecutions tied to Trump. While Republicans praised her extensive experience, Democrats raised concerns about her independence and her responses regarding the 2020 election during her confirmation hearings. Senate Majority Leader John Thune emphasized Bondi's commitment to restoring the DOJ's core mission of crime prosecution and public safety, countering claims of political bias under the previous administration. Many Democrats expressed disappointment over the party-line vote, fearing Bondi's ties to Trump could compromise the agency's integrity. Bondi's confirmation comes at a time when the DOJ faces challenges, including potential personnel changes following investigations into the January 6 Capitol riots.