Legal AF by MeidasTouch Bondi Loses Big Case as she gets Fired
Apr 2, 2026
A federal appeals court orders a full review of three million Epstein-related pages to check for withheld records. Discussion covers the remand to a New York judge and the possible appointment of a special master to examine the production. The conversation highlights Pam Bondi's firing, a congressional subpoena, and a Florida Bar probe now that she is out of federal office.
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Second Circuit Orders Judge To Reevaluate Epstein File Production
- The Second Circuit sent the Radar Online FOIA dispute back to Judge Gardafee to determine if the government's 3 million-page Epstein production truly satisfied the request.
- The court vacated the prior remand order and ordered review of whether the Epstein Files Transparency Act and the DOJ release rendered claims moot, possibly requiring a special master to inspect completeness.
Special Master Likely Needed For 3 Million Page Review
- Judge Gardafee in SDNY may need to appoint a special master because reviewing a multi-million-page production requires expertise and time.
- Michael Popok notes Gardafee's slower pace historically but expects judicial oversight to probe potential withholding.
Firing Doesn't Nullify Congressional Subpoena
- Pam Bondi's firing interrupted a planned April 14 congressional oversight appearance about her handling of the Epstein files, but Popok argues the subpoena remains valid despite removal.
- He says past officials (e.g., Bill Barr, Jack Smith) have testified after leaving office, so Bondi can still be compelled.