After former Rep. Matt Gaetz withdrew his name from consideration, President-elect Donald Trump has selected Pam Bondi, a former attorney general of Florida, as his nominee for the position of U.S. Attorney. Bondi, a Republican, has served as Florida's top law enforcement official since 2011 and is known for her conservative views on crime and immigration.
President-elect Donald Trump has named Pam Bondi, former Florida attorney general, as his choice for the position of U.S. Attorney for the Northern District of Florida. Bondi's nomination, announced on December 1, 2020, comes after former Rep. Matt Gaetz withdrew his name from consideration for the post.
Trump's New Pick for U.S. Attorney: Pam Bondi
Bondi, a Republican, has served as Florida's top law enforcement official since 2011. She is a staunch conservative and has been a vocal supporter of Trump's policies. She is known for her tough stance on crime and her opposition to illegal immigration.
Bondi's nomination has been met with mixed reactions. Democrats have criticized her record on civil rights and her close ties to the Trump administration. Republicans, on the other hand, have praised her as a qualified and experienced prosecutor who will be a strong advocate for law and order.
During her tenure as attorney general, Bondi has overseen a number of high-profile cases, including the investigation into the death of Trayvon Martin. She has also been involved in several lawsuits challenging the Obama administration's immigration policies.
Bondi's nomination must be confirmed by the U.S. Senate. The Senate Judiciary Committee is expected to hold hearings on her nomination in the coming weeks.
If confirmed, Bondi would become the first woman to serve as U.S. Attorney for the Northern District of Florida. She would also be the first Republican to hold the position since Bill McCollum, who served from 2002 to 2007.
Pam Bondi was born in Tampa, Florida in 1965. She earned her undergraduate degree from the University of Florida and her law degree from Nova Southeastern University.
Bondi began her legal career as a prosecutor in the Hillsborough County State Attorney's Office. She then served as an assistant U.S. attorney in the Middle District of Florida.
In 2010, Bondi was elected attorney general of Florida. She was re-elected to a second term in 2014.
Bondi is a conservative Republican who has taken a tough stance on crime. She has supported mandatory minimum sentences for certain crimes and has opposed efforts to reduce the prison population.
Bondi is also a strong opponent of illegal immigration. She has supported legislation to crack down on undocumented immigrants and has called for stricter border security.
Bondi has been involved in several controversies during her tenure as attorney general. In 2013, she was accused of using her office to promote her book, "Freedom from Fear: A Florida Family's Struggle in the War Against Radical Islam."
Bondi was also criticized for her handling of the Trayvon Martin case. She declined to charge George Zimmerman, the man who shot and killed Martin, with a crime.
In 2018, Bondi was accused of accepting illegal campaign contributions from a payday lender. She settled the case by agreeing to pay a $200,000 fine.
Despite these controversies, Bondi remains a popular figure among Republicans in Florida. She is seen as a strong leader who is not afraid to take on tough issues.
