At her January confirmation hearing, Attorney General Pam Bondi pledged to combat violent crime and restore confidence and integrity in the Justice Department. She stated that partisan influence would be eliminated, and that justice would be applied equally.
However, over 100 days into the second presidential term, some critics argue that despite these assurances, the Department may still be subject to political influence. Concerns have been raised over high-profile case dismissals, personnel changes, and the leadership’s connections to individuals previously involved in legal matters during the former administration.
Supporters of Bondi contend that she is actively reversing previous practices that they believe were politically motivated. They claim the current administration is working to reestablish the rule of law and prevent prosecutions driven by political agendas.
Recent actions—such as restoring gun rights to certain public figures and dropping a corruption case against the New York City mayor—have sparked debate. Former officials have voiced concerns that career legal professionals are being sidelined, and that some decisions may reflect political directives rather than legal judgment.
The Department has not issued public comments on these allegations. Former Justice Department employees acknowledge that policy direction often shifts between administrations, but some caution that recent developments may signify a broader change in the Department’s operational independence.
