Congress Demands Bondi Testimony on Epstein Files Despite AG Ouster

Attorney General Pam Bondi was ousted by President Trump on Thursday, with sources telling NBC News that Trump had grown frustrated with her performance in the role. The firing comes amid mounting criticism over Bondi's handling of Jeffrey Epstein investigation files and her controversial public statements about the documents.

Despite her removal, congressional lawmakers are vowing to force Bondi to testify about her management of the Epstein files. According to The Washington Post and Axios, House members remain determined to hold hearings examining her decisions regarding document releases from the Epstein Document Archive. Representative Thomas Massie raised the Epstein files issue in an X poll following news of Bondi's ouster, as reported by The Hill.

ABC News detailed what they called Bondi's "blunders" regarding the Epstein files, including references to mysterious "binders," a "client list," and a "burn book" - statements that generated significant controversy and confusion about the actual contents of the investigation documents. USA Today reported that the Epstein files controversy topped the list of Bondi's biggest issues as Attorney General.

The Democratic Women's Caucus issued a statement saying Bondi's firing "doesn't get her off the hook" and demanding accountability for survivors. The Guardian reported that Democrats are celebrating the ouster while attacking what they characterize as a "cover-up" of Epstein-related materials. CBS News examined what Bondi's departure means for the future handling of Jeffrey Epstein files, while NBC News reported that Todd Blanche, Trump's former personal attorney, is rising to become the new Attorney General.