Pam Bondi testimony to House panel canceled, Democrats threaten contempt charges
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Former Attorney General Pam Bondi has canceled her scheduled April 14 testimony before the House Oversight and Government Reform Committee.

The appearance was compelled by subpoena and focused on her and the Department of Justice’s handling of the Jeffrey Epstein files.

Bondi’s refusal was justified by the Republican-led committee because “she is no longer Attorney General and was subpoenaed in her capacity as Attorney General.” The panel said it will now contact her lawyer to discuss next steps for a deposition.

Democrats immediately threatened contempt charges. Ranking member Rep.

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