Former Attorney General Pam Bondi Testifies on Epstein Case Files

Former Attorney General Pam Bondi appeared before House lawmakers on May 29, 2026, to discuss her role in the release of Jeffrey Epstein case files. During her closed-door interview, Bondi defended the actions of the Trump administration regarding the case, stating that Deputy Attorney General Todd Blanche oversaw the publication process. She asserted that justice and transparency were delivered under President Trump's direction. Bondi faced questions from lawmakers but declined to comment on Trump's knowledge of Epstein's crimes, citing her agreement to appear voluntarily. Democratic representatives expressed frustration over her refusal to answer questions, with Rep. Dave Min calling the situation a 'sham.' Survivors of Epstein's abuse gathered outside the Capitol to confront Bondi, urging accountability for the handling of the case files, which included personal information of victims. Bondi acknowledged that the release process was complicated and admitted to errors in redaction but maintained that the Justice Department complied with legal requirements. Following her testimony, Bondi, who is undergoing treatment for thyroid cancer, remains connected to Trump, having been appointed to a White House panel on artificial intelligence.