The Justice Department is facing mounting criticism after Pam Bondi was removed from her post shortly before a scheduled congressional deposition related to the handling of Jeffrey Epstein records. Bondi had been subpoenaed to testify before lawmakers, but following her dismissal, the department informed Congress she would not appear, arguing the subpoena applied only to her in an official capacity. The timing of her removal, combined with ongoing concerns over incomplete disclosures tied to the Epstein case, has fueled allegations that the move was designed to prevent sworn testimony that could shed light on internal decision-making and the government’s broader approach to transparency.

Lawmakers and critics say the development underscores deeper concerns about accountability in one of the most scrutinized federal matters in recent years. Sworn testimony is widely viewed as a critical mechanism for clarifying discrepancies and establishing a factual record, and efforts to avoid it have drawn sharp backlash. The episode has intensified scrutiny of the Justice Department’s handling of Epstein-related materials, reinforcing claims that key information has been delayed, limited, or withheld. As congressional pressure continues, the dispute is shaping into a broader confrontation over whether officials will be compelled to answer questions under oath or remain shielded by procedural arguments.

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