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Trump Fires Attorney General Bondi Ahead of Iran Address

4/4/2026

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U.S. President Donald Trump fired Pamela Bondi, the Attorney General, on April 2, 2026, before his Iran war address.
Bondi's dismissal was abrupt, with sources noting she was returning to Florida when Trump spoke.
Images of Bondi's portrait removal circulated at the Department of Justice, reflecting DOJ staff unpopularity.
Critics cited failures in prosecuting political adversaries and Epstein-related cases.

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U.S. President Donald Trump fired Pamela Bondi, the Attorney General, on April 2, 2026, before his Iran war address.
Bondi's dismissal was abrupt, with sources noting she was returning to Florida when Trump spoke.
Images of Bondi's portrait removal circulated at the Department of Justice, reflecting DOJ staff unpopularity.
Critics cited failures in prosecuting political adversaries and Epstein-related cases.