President Donald Trump expressed strong support for Pam Bondi, the Attorney General of Florida, following backlash from some factions within his own political base over the handling of a memo related to accused sex trafficker Jeffrey Epstein. In a post on Truth Social on March 16, 2024, Trump characterized Bondi’s efforts as “a FANTASTIC JOB,” emphasizing solidarity among his supporters in what he termed the MAGA movement.
Trump’s defense comes in the wake of criticism directed at Bondi regarding a recently released memo that concluded there is insufficient evidence to suggest Epstein maintained a “client list” or was murdered. This information has ignited tension among various factions, particularly after reports indicated that Dan Bongino, the Deputy FBI Director, is contemplating resignation due to escalating conflicts between the FBI and the Department of Justice concerning the memo’s implications.
In his social media statement, Trump addressed the growing dissent within his ranks, remarking, “What’s going on with my ‘boys’ and, in some cases, ‘gals?’ They’re all going after Attorney General Pam Bondi.” He also commented on the broader political landscape, stating, “We have a PERFECT Administration, THE TALK OF THE WORLD, and ‘selfish people’ are trying to hurt it, all over a guy who never dies, Jeffrey Epstein.”
Political Tensions Rise Over Epstein Investigation
The fallout from the memo’s release has drawn sharp criticism from some of Trump’s allies, including right-wing activist Laura Loomer, who has publicly called for Bondi’s removal from her position. Trump dismissed inquiries regarding the Epstein investigation during a press conference at the White House, expressing disbelief that Epstein was still a topic of discussion. He reiterated his frustration with the continued focus on Epstein, stating, “For years, it’s Epstein, over and over again.”
In his remarks, Trump shifted the blame onto his political adversaries, including former President Barack Obama, former Secretary of State Hillary Clinton, and former FBI Director James Comey. He alleged that these figures, along with the current Biden Administration, were responsible for creating what he termed the “Epstein Files.” Trump questioned why these individuals had not released any damaging information if it existed, saying, “If there was ANYTHING in there that could have hurt the MAGA Movement, why didn’t they use it?”
In a further appeal to focus on more pressing matters, Trump urged Kash Patel, the FBI Director, to redirect investigations toward issues he deemed more relevant to his administration, such as “Voter Fraud, Political Corruption, ActBlue, The Rigged and Stolen Election of 2020.” He concluded his defense of Bondi with a clear message: “LET PAM BONDI DO HER JOB — SHE’S GREAT!”
Trump’s comments highlight the ongoing tensions within his political base as they navigate the complexities surrounding high-profile figures like Epstein and the implications of their investigations. The situation remains fluid, and the response from the political landscape continues to evolve as more details emerge.