By Trendsetter Tribune 
The political atmosphere in Washington reached a boiling point Wednesday as Attorney General Pam Bondi faced a grueling session before the House Judiciary Committee. The hearing, marked by sharp exchanges and partisan friction, comes on the heels of reports suggesting internal friction between Bondi and the White House regarding her prosecutorial strategy.
A Department Under Fire
The proceedings quickly shifted from standard oversight to a series of intense confrontations. Democratic committee members focused their scrutiny on two primary fronts:
- Record Management: Questions regarding the Department of Justice’s handling of files related to the Jeffrey Epstein case.
- Political Neutrality: Allegations that the DOJ has been utilized to target political adversaries of the administration.
Bondi remained defiant throughout the testimony, dismissing the line of questioning as “theatrics.” While maintaining a firm stance against her critics, she frequently voiced her staunch support for President Trump, at one point describing him as the nation’s premier historical leader.
Allegations of “Weaponization”
The hearing’s timing was particularly notable, occurring shortly after reports surfaced that a federal grand jury declined to move forward with indictments against Democratic lawmakers. These potential charges stemmed from a social media video regarding the following of “illegal orders” within the intelligence community.
During the session, Bondi faced heavy criticism from Rep. Jamie Raskin (D-MD), who argued the Department had become a tool for political retribution. Raskin listed several high-profile figures—including Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell and various members of Congress—whom he claimed were being unfairly targeted at the President’s behest.
Conversely, Bondi signaled a shift in departmental philosophy, telling Chairman Jim Jordan (R-OH) that “weaponization has ended,” while confirming receipt of referrals to investigate long-time administration critics.
Friction with the Executive Branch
Despite the public display of loyalty, the hearing took place against a backdrop of reported dissatisfaction from the Oval Office. Sources recently suggested that President Trump viewed Bondi’s approach as insufficiently “aggressive.”
However, the White House moved to project a united front on Wednesday, releasing statements of support from the President and key cabinet members, including Vice President JD Vance and Secretary of State Marco Rubio, praising her performance.
A Rare Moment of Agreement
Despite the prevailing hostility, the hearing saw a brief departure from partisanship during an exchange with Rep. Eric Swalwell (D-CA). When Swalwell addressed the personal safety of lawmakers and the lack of prosecutions regarding death threats against his family, Bondi offered a rare moment of empathy.
“None of you should be threatened, ever,” Bondi stated, emphasizing that the safety of lawmakers’ families should remain above political fray.