Pam Bondi Faces Contempt Threat After Skipping Epstein Deposition Subpoena
Pam Bondi is now at the center of a congressional standoff after failing to appear for a scheduled deposition tied to the Jeffrey Epstein investigation. The move is raising immediate questions about legal exposure and compliance with a bipartisan subpoena.
Lawmakers say her absence could trigger contempt proceedings, escalating tensions between Congress and the Justice Department over accountability in the case.
According to the DOJ, Bondi did not attend because she was subpoenaed in her official role as attorney general and no longer holds that position. But members of the House Oversight Committee say the subpoena applies to her as an individual and remains valid.
The dispute comes as investigators continue probing how the DOJ handled Epstein-related files, including delayed disclosures and heavily redacted releases. Millions of documents tied to Epstein’s network remain under scrutiny, with lawmakers pressing for full transparency.
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“She must come in to testify immediately or face contempt,” Rep. Robert Garcia said.
The conflict reflects a broader pattern of friction over the Epstein files, where both parties have accused federal officials of withholding information tied to powerful figures.
Bondi’s handling of the files had already drawn criticism before her removal, with lawmakers citing missing records and incomplete disclosures as reasons for intensified oversight.
For now, the committee is expected to pursue next steps, including potential legal enforcement or a rescheduled deposition.
The outcome could determine how far Congress can go to compel testimony in high-profile investigations.
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