AG Bondi Subpoenaed Over Epstein Files Amid Probe

AG Bondi Faces Subpoena in Epstein Files Investigation

U.S. Attorney General Pam Bondi has been subpoenaed by the House Oversight Committee. The committee is investigating the Justice Department’s handling of files related to the late sex offender Jeffrey Epstein. The Washington Post reported that Bondi is ordered to testify on April 14th. This move comes as part of the ongoing probe into the Epstein investigation and its compliance with the Epstein Files Transparency Act.

Questions Mount Over Handling of Epstein Files

The subpoena, issued by Republican House Oversight Committee Chairman James Comer, seeks answers regarding the Justice Department’s oversight of the Epstein files. In a letter to Bondi, Comer stated the committee believes she possesses crucial information. “As attorney general, you are directly responsible for overseeing the department’s collection review and and determinations regarding the release of files pursuant to the Epstein Files Transparency Act,” Comer wrote. The committee wants to understand the department’s actions and its adherence to the law.

Congressman Khanna Highlights Transparency Act’s Role

Democratic Congressman Ro Khanna of California, a member of the House Oversight Committee, emphasized the significance of the Epstein Files Transparency Act. He noted that this act, which he helped pass, is central to the committee’s inquiry. “It is your law, the bill that you got passed, the Epstein Files Transparency Act, that the Attorney General seems to have violated repeatedly,” Khanna stated. He believes this will be the core of the questioning if Bondi appears.

Subpoena Signals Republican Concern

The subpoena is notable because it was issued by the Republican chairman, Jim Comer. Congressman Khanna pointed out that many Republicans joined in the vote to subpoena Bondi. This suggests a growing lack of confidence among some Republicans in her commitment to following the law. “There were many Republicans who joined in the vote to subpoena Bondi. That means they are losing confidence in her in complying with the law,” Khanna explained.

Bondi Seeks to Address Committee Amid Subpoena

In a surprising turn of events, Bondi has reportedly sought to brief the committee. This comes shortly after the subpoena was issued. Congressman Khanna noted the timing seemed coincidental, suggesting Bondi is trying to avoid answering questions under oath. “Now her and Blanche are going to come to brief the committee. So it will be interesting to see what she says at that briefing,” Khanna said. He believes Bondi’s move is an attempt to “defuse the subpoena” and avoid the legal ramifications of testifying under oath.

“She knows that the theatrics won’t work, closed doors under deposition. The reality is that she would be asked questions under oath that she would be subject to the penalty of perjury and that will haunt her long after she’s attorney general.”

Key Questions for Attorney General Bondi

The committee has a series of pressing questions for Bondi. These include why certain witness interviews were allegedly withheld. Specifically, the interviews involved a woman who accused President Trump of rape when she was 13. Other questions focus on why documents were reportedly scrubbed and the identities of powerful men concealed. Survivors had named these men in 302 forms, which detail interviews with law enforcement. The committee also wants to know why Bondi allegedly refused to meet to discuss protecting these identities.

What Happens Next?

The focus now shifts to whether Attorney General Bondi will comply with the subpoena and testify under oath. Her recent attempt to brief the committee suggests she is trying to manage the situation. However, the committee, led by Chairman Comer, is expected to pursue these questions rigorously. The outcome of this investigation could have significant implications for transparency regarding the Epstein files and the Justice Department’s oversight responsibilities.

Source: Pam Bondi’s last-ditch effort to avoid under-oath questions on the Trump DOJ's Epstein files release (YouTube)