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Wiles Slams Bondi Over Epstein Case Mismanagement

12/16/2025

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Summary

Story summary

Susie Wiles, Chief of Staff to U.S. President Donald Trump, criticized Pam Bondi, Attorney General of Florida, for her handling of the Epstein case in Vanity Fair interviews, saying Bondi "completely whiffed" on releasing key documents and calling the piece a disingenuously framed hit piece.
She said there is no evidence of an Epstein client list, contradicting Bondi's earlier claims.
Wiles acknowledged Trump's name appears in the Epstein files.

History

Historical Context

Jeffrey Epstein's 2019 arrest for sex trafficking reignited scrutiny over a controversial 2008 plea deal that allowed him to serve only 13 months in a work-release program. Florida Attorney General Pam Bondi faced backlash for her role in the agreement, highlighting ongoing debates about accountability in the legal system and the treatment of powerful individuals, which continues to impact public trust.

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Story summary

Susie Wiles, Chief of Staff to U.S. President Donald Trump, criticized Pam Bondi, Attorney General of Florida, for her handling of the Epstein case in Vanity Fair interviews, saying Bondi "completely whiffed" on releasing key documents and calling the piece a disingenuously framed hit piece.
She said there is no evidence of an Epstein client list, contradicting Bondi's earlier claims.
Wiles acknowledged Trump's name appears in the Epstein files.

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