Sat Nov 23 03:48:31 UTC 2024: ## Trump Nominates Loyal Supporter Pam Bondi as Attorney General

**Washington D.C.** – President-elect Donald Trump has nominated Pam Bondi, a former Florida attorney general and staunch ally, as the next Attorney General of the United States. This follows the withdrawal of his initial nominee, Congressman Matt Gaetz, amidst ethical controversies.

Bondi, 59, served as Florida’s first female attorney general from 2011 to 2019. Her background includes over 18 years as a prosecutor in Hillsborough County. While known for her focus on human trafficking and strengthening related laws, her national profile rose significantly through her outspoken support for Trump, including appearances on Fox News and at the 2016 Republican National Convention.

Trump announced the nomination Thursday, stating that Bondi would “refocus the DOJ to its intended purpose of fighting Crime, and Making America Safe Again.” He contrasted her experience with that of Gaetz, whose nomination faced bipartisan criticism due to an ongoing House Ethics Committee investigation into alleged illegal activities.

However, Bondi’s nomination is not without controversy. Questions have arisen regarding a $25,000 donation from the Trump Foundation to a political action committee supporting her in 2013, while her office was considering joining a lawsuit against Trump University. Bondi has denied any connection between the donation and her decision not to pursue the case. This incident, along with her recent defense of Trump against various criminal charges and her promotion of unsubstantiated election fraud claims, has drawn criticism from watchdog groups.

The Citizens for Responsibility and Ethics in Washington has called for a thorough investigation into the Trump-Bondi relationship. The nomination now faces Senate confirmation, where Bondi’s past actions and her close ties to Trump are expected to be key points of discussion. Her nomination marks another appointment by Trump prioritizing loyalty over traditional qualifications for key government positions.

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