Pam Bondi Advances to Full Senate Vote for Attorney General Confirmation

The Senate Judiciary Committee approved Bondi's nomination on a party-line vote, setting up her likely confirmation as the next U.S. Attorney General.

Pam Bondi, former Florida Attorney General and a staunch Trump ally, cleared the Senate Judiciary Committee with a 12-10 party-line vote.
Democrats raised concerns about Bondi's independence, citing her past defense of Trump and involvement in efforts to challenge the 2020 election results.
Bondi promised during her confirmation hearing to maintain the Justice Department's independence and avoid political influence in her decisions.
Republicans praised Bondi's qualifications, including her extensive experience as a prosecutor and her prior work addressing issues like drug trafficking and human trafficking.
A full Senate vote on Bondi's confirmation is expected within days, with her approval likely given the Republican majority.