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GOP Subpoenas Florida AG Bondi Over Epstein File Compliance

3/18/2026

Summary

Story summary

On March 18, 2026, the GOP House Oversight Committee subpoenaed Florida Attorney General Pam Bondi over Epstein files.
Rep. James Comer says there are questions about Bondi's compliance with the Epstein Files Transparency Act, noting only about 2% of the files have been released.
Kirschner calls the subpoena a major shift and accuses Bondi of prioritizing U.S. President Donald Trump's interests over the public.
Bondi testifies on April 14, 2026.

History

Historical Context

The Epstein Files Transparency Act, passed by Congress in November 2025, mandated the release of documents related to Jeffrey Epstein's criminal activities. However, Florida Attorney General Pam Bondi's office released only 2% of the files, prompting bipartisan criticism and concerns about transparency. This situation echoes historical issues of government accountability, potentially undermining public trust in legal institutions and political leadership.

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Story summary

On March 18, 2026, the GOP House Oversight Committee subpoenaed Florida Attorney General Pam Bondi over Epstein files.
Rep. James Comer says there are questions about Bondi's compliance with the Epstein Files Transparency Act, noting only about 2% of the files have been released.
Kirschner calls the subpoena a major shift and accuses Bondi of prioritizing U.S. President Donald Trump's interests over the public.
Bondi testifies on April 14, 2026.

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