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03 Apr 2026 WorldUnited States

Trump Fires Attorney General Pam Bondi Amid White House Reshuffle

U.S. President Donald Trump has dismissed Attorney General Pam Bondi, according to a White House official. The move comes amidst a reshuffle within the administration, with reports linking Bondi to files concerning Jeffrey Epstein. Todd Blanche is named as Acting Attorney General, signaling a change in the Department of Justice's leadership during a critical period.
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U. S. President Donald Trump has dismissed Attorney General Pam Bondi, according to a White House official. The move comes amidst a reshuffle within the administration, with reports linking Bondi to files concerning Jeffrey Epstein.

Todd Blanche is named as Acting Attorney General, signaling a change in the Department of Justice's leadership during a critical period.

Trump fires Pam Bondi as U. S.

attorney general, White House official says    The Hindu Trump ousts Pam Bondi as attorney general    The Washington Post Trump Fires Key Aide Who Was In Charge Of Epstein Files Disclosure    NDTV What to know about Acting Attorney General Todd Blanche    BBC Trump Has Discussed Firing.

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PublicationThe Hindu
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Published02 Apr 2026, 22:58 IST / 02 Apr 2026, 17:28 UTC
Date Page03 Apr 2026