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Justice Department says Bondi won’t appear for Epstein deposition now that she’s no longer attorney general
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Analysis Summary
The DOJ is claiming Pam Bondi doesn't have to testify before Congress about her handling of the Epstein files release, arguing she was only subpoenaed in her role as attorney general and that role no longer exists. But House Republicans and Democrats are pushing back — they subpoenaed Bondi by name, not title, and some GOP members are joining Democrats in saying she still has to show up. This is a real legal and political standoff over whether someone can dodge congressional testimony by leaving office.
Claims Analysis (5)
“Justice Department says Bondi won't appear for Epstein deposition now that she's no longer attorney general”
DOJ's position is directly quoted in article via letter from Assistant Attorney General Patrick D. Davis, obtained by CNN.
“DOJ argued that Bondi was subpoenaed in her official role as attorney general and not in a personal capacity”
Directly stated in Davis's letter quoted in article. DOJ's legal argument is clearly documented.
“The House Oversight Committee subpoenaed Bondi in a bipartisan manner last month, with five Republicans joining Democrats”
Article states the panel 'subpoenaed Bondi in a bipartisan manner last month, with five Republicans joining Democrats in the effort.'
“President Donald Trump fired Bondi last week”
Article references 'Even before President Donald Trump fired Bondi last week' — consistent with known timing of Bondi's removal as AG in early April 2026.
“Rep. Nancy Mace led the subpoena effort and argues Bondi must still appear”
Mace's position and statement are directly quoted in the article stating the subpoena stands because it was issued to 'Bondi by name, not by title.'
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