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The Independent UK
The Independent UK
National
Joe Sommerlad

Trump’s ominous four words to Pam Bondi that sealed her fate as attorney general

  • President Trump reportedly informed Attorney General Pam Bondi of her replacement while en route to the U.S. Supreme Court on Wednesday morning – by saying “I think it’s time”.
  • Trump publicly announced Bondi's departure on Truth Social on Thursday, stating she would be moving to a private sector job.
  • Bondi's removal makes her the second Cabinet official ousted during Trump's second term, following Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem.
  • Her deputy, Todd Blanche, will assume her role in an acting capacity.
  • Reports indicate Trump was frustrated with Bondi's leadership, citing her alleged failure to prosecute political enemies and the handling of Jeffrey Epstein files.

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