Pam Bondi Nominated as U.S. Attorney General

Pam Bondi, nominated by President-elect Donald Trump to be the U.S. Attorney General, assured senators during her confirmation hearing that the Department of Justice would not target individuals based on political affiliations. Despite her commitment to independence, she refrained from ruling out potential investigations into Trump's political rivals, stating it would be irresponsible to make such commitments. Bondi emphasized her goal to refocus the DOJ on its core mission of public safety and addressing crime, while also acknowledging the controversial legacy of the department under previous administrations. Senators pressed her on the possibility of pardoning January 6 rioters, to which she responded she would consider each case individually. Additionally, she faced inquiries regarding the FBI's actions under the Biden administration, with commitments made to investigate perceived abuses. Her confirmation is expected to proceed smoothly given the Republican majority in the Senate.