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Wed, January 15, 2025
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[ Wed, Jan 15th ] - MSN
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[ Wed, Jan 15th ] - CNN
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[ Wed, Jan 15th ] - MSN
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[ Wed, Jan 15th ] - MSN
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[ Wed, Jan 15th ] - MSN
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[ Wed, Jan 15th ] - Richmond
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[ Wed, Jan 15th ] - MSN
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[ Wed, Jan 15th ] - NPR
Watch live: Trump AG pick Pam Bondi faces Democrats' questions about her independence

Watch live: Trump AG pick Pam Bondi faces Democrats' questions about her independence


Published on 2025-01-15 14:20:38 - NPR
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  • Bondi is expected to receive broad support from Republicans but is facing sharp questions from Democrats about whether she will protect the Justice Department from political influence.

The article from NPR, published on January 15, 2025, discusses the confirmation hearing of Pam Bondi, one of Donald Trump's cabinet picks. Bondi, who was nominated for a significant role, faced scrutiny during her Senate confirmation hearing regarding her past actions and affiliations. Key points include her tenure as Florida's Attorney General, her relationship with Trump, particularly her decision to drop a fraud investigation against Trump University after receiving a campaign contribution from Trump, and her advocacy for consumer protection despite these controversies. Senators from both parties questioned her independence and integrity, focusing on potential conflicts of interest and her ability to serve the public interest over personal or political ties. The hearing highlighted the contentious nature of Trump's cabinet selections and the ongoing debate over ethics and loyalty in his administration.

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[ https://www.npr.org/2025/01/15/g-s1-42712/trump-cabinet-picks-pam-bondi-confirmation-hearing ]
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