Pam Bondi speaks out for the first time after Trump dismissed her as AG: 'The honor of a lifetime'

Bondi thanks Trump for the opportunity, highlights DOJ achievements, and confirms she will transition to a private-sector role
Pam Bondi addressed her dismissal and reflected on her time leading the Department of Justice while confirming plans to move to the private sector (AP Photo/Alex Brandon)
Pam Bondi addressed her dismissal and reflected on her time leading the Department of Justice while confirming plans to move to the private sector (AP Photo/Alex Brandon)

WASHINGTON, DC: Pam Bondi has spoken for the first time after her dismissal as Attorney General, stating it was the "honor of a lifetime" to lead the Department of Justice under President Donald Trump. 

Bondi confirmed she is moving to a new role in the private sector where she will "continue fighting for President Trump" and his administration’s goals.



Pam Bondi speaks out after dismissal as attorney general

After her dismissal as the Attorney General, Bondi took to social media to reflect on her service.

Maintaining her loyalty, Bondi posted on X, “Leading President Trump’s historic and highly successful efforts to make America safer and more secure has been the honor of a lifetime, and easily the most consequential first year of the Department of Justice in American history.”

She concluded her thoughts by writing, “I remain eternally grateful for the trust that President Trump placed in me to Make America Safe Again.”

U.S. President Donald Trump speaks with Attorney General Pam Bondi as he delivers an announcement on his Homeland Security Task Force in the State Dinning Room of the White House on October 23, 2025 in Washington, DC. Trump declared the task force a success, claiming that more than 3,000 cartel and foreign terrorists have been arrested. (Alex Wong/Getty Images)
President Donald Trump spoke with Attorney General Pam Bondi as he announced his Homeland Security Task Force initiative at the White House on October 23, 2025 in Washington, DC (Alex Wong/Getty Images)

Pam Bondi highlights DOJ record during her tenure

Bondi used her statement to highlight specific milestones her department achieved since she took the position in early 2025.

“Since February 2025, we have secured the lowest murder rate in 125 years, secured first-ever terrorism convictions against members of Antifa, shattered domestic and transnational gangs across the country, taken custody of more than 90 key cartel figures, and won 24 favorable rulings at the Supreme Court,” she added. 

WASHINGTON, DC - OCTOBER 23: U.S. Attorney General Pam Bondi delivers remarks as U.S. President Donald Trump delivers an announcement on his Homeland Security Task Force in the State Dining Room of the White House on October 23, 2025 in Washington, DC. Trump announced the successes of his administration’s task force including the arrests of over 3,000 cartel and foreign terrorist members. (Photo by Alex Wong/Getty Images)
Attorney General Pam Bondi delivered remarks during President Donald Trump’s Homeland Security Task Force announcement at the White House on October 23, 2025 in Washington, DC (Alex Wong/Getty Images)

Pam Bondi confirms move to private sector after DOJ exit

As Bondi prepares to hand over the Department of Justice to interim leader Todd Blanche, she is already focusing on her next move.

It may be noted that her tenure was recently complicated by controversy over claims regarding a Jeffrey Epstein “client list,” which reportedly caused friction within White House leadership.

Nevertheless, she expressed excitement about her future outside of government.

Bondi informed her followers, “I will be working tirelessly to transition the office of Attorney General to the amazing Todd Blanche before moving to an important private sector role I am thrilled about, and where I will continue fighting for President Trump and this Administration.”



Trump praises Pam Bondi and names Todd Blanche as acting AG

In a post on Truth Social, President Trump acknowledged Bondi’s departure and praised her work while confirming who would lead the department next.

He called her a "Great American Patriot" and noted that she did a "tremendous job overseeing a massive crackdown in Crime across our Country."

Regarding the future of the agency, Trump stated that “our Deputy Attorney General, and a very talented and respected Legal Mind, Todd Blanche, will step in to serve as Acting Attorney General.”

He also looked forward to Bondi's next chapter, writing, “We love Pam, and she will be transitioning to a much needed and important new job in the private sector, to be announced at a date in the near future.”

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