Attorney General Pam Bondi Swiftly Implements Major DOJ Reforms, Halts Funds to Sanctuary Cities on Day One

Washington — Moments after being sworn in by Supreme Court Justice Clarence Thomas at the White House, newly appointed Attorney General Pam Bondi swiftly embarked on implementing significant, transformative changes at the Department of Justice on February 5, 2025. The former Florida attorney general and Trump loyalist launched her tenure with a sharp pivot from previous policies, including an immediate halt in federal funding to sanctuary jurisdictions. Bondi, aged 59, received confirmation by a Senate …

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Matt Gaetz Steps Down from Attorney General Nomination Citing Distractions; Trump Nominates Pam Bondi as Replacement

WASHINGTON — In a surprising pivot, former U.S. Representative Matt Gaetz has stepped back from his nomination as Attorney General in President-elect Donald Trump’s administration, citing the potential for his controversial past to distract from the administration’s objectives. Gaetz’s withdrawal marks a significant moment in the looming Trump presidency, as the administration seeks stability amidst a contentious political climate. On November 21, 2024, Gaetz announced his decision, emphasizing the importance of having a fully operational …

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