Senate Judiciary Chairman Chuck Grassley commended Pam Bondi for her performance during the recent hearing, stating that she had an 'outstanding performance.' Grassley expressed satisfaction with Bondi's responses to the questions posed, noting that she handled even the toughest inquiries appropriately.
Grassley voiced his confidence in Bondi's ability to serve as an effective attorney general, emphasizing his belief that she will bring about a positive change in the department's culture. He highlighted the importance of depoliticizing the government and preventing its weaponization against specific political figures.
During the hearing, Grassley criticized the Democrats' focus on Kash Patel, President-elect Donald Trump's nominee for FBI leadership, deeming it irrelevant to Bondi's nomination. He explained that such questions would be more suitable for Patel's hearing, which is scheduled for a later date.
When asked about the timeline for voting on Bondi's nomination, Grassley indicated that it would depend on how quickly she provides responses to written questions from committee members. Regarding potential Democratic support for Bondi, Grassley refrained from making predictions, stating that he had not received any indications of bipartisan backing.
While one senator expressed a desire to support Bondi, Grassley emphasized that the situation remained uncertain. He underscored the importance of waiting for further developments before speculating on the level of support Bondi might receive from across the aisle.
