U.S. Attorney General Pam Bondi faced intense scrutiny during a congressional hearing on Wednesday, as Democratic lawmakers grilled her over the Justice Department's handling of the Jeffrey Epstein case. The session turned explosive, with accusations of deflection and demands for accountability. 🎯
Key Moments from the Hearing
Rep. Ted Lieu (D-CA) pressed Bondi on whether underage girls attended parties involving Donald Trump and Epstein, prompting Bondi to dismiss the line of questioning as "ridiculous." She defended Trump, calling his presidency "the most transparent," while Lieu accused her of lying under oath and failing Epstein's victims. 🔥
Commerce Secretary Ties Questioned
Rep. Becca Balint (D-VT) challenged Bondi over Commerce Secretary Howard Lutnick’s admitted meetings with Epstein post-2008 conviction. Lutnick had previously claimed to cut ties in 2005. "Americans would be shocked," Balint said, as tensions flared between her and Bondi.
Partisan Divides on Display
The five-hour hearing highlighted stark partisan splits: Democrats focused on Epstein-linked investigations and police accountability, while Republicans prioritized topics like election integrity and federal fraud. Rep. Pramila Jayapal (D-WA) demanded an apology to Epstein survivors, but Bondi refused, calling the exchange "theatrics."
With trust in institutions at stake, today’s clash underscores the deepening political fractures in Washington. 💥
