Republicans are heaping praise on Pam Bondi after she was nominated by President Donald Trump to serve as his next U.S. attorney general.
Bondi previously served as Florida’s attorney general before she was named as Trump’s choice to lead the U.S. Department of Justice (DOJ).
Trump’s pick for attorney general was former Rep. Matt Gaetz (R-FL).
However, after resigning from Congress to prepare for the position, Gaetz made the shock announcement on Thursday that he’s withdrawn his name from consideration.
Gaetz said that he was excited about Bondi’s nomination.
“@PamBondi is a stellar selection by President Trump for Attorney General,” he said.
“Pam and I worked closely together when she was Florida’s Attorney General and I chaired Criminal Justice in the state house.”
“She’s a proven litigator, an inspiring leader, and a champion for all Americans,” he continued.
“She will bring the needed reforms to DOJ.”
House Speaker Mike Johnson (R-LA) said:
“@PamBondi excelled as Attorney General of Florida and has dedicated her career to enforcing the law.
“She will work with President Trump to end the weaponization of the justice system and uphold the rule of law.
“Pam will be a great Attorney General.”
Republican Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton also congratulated Bondi on the nomination.
“She will put America First, and we’ve got her back in Texas!” he said.
“I look forward to working with you!”
Congrats to the great @PamBondi
She will put America First, and we've got her back in Texas!
I look forward to working with you! https://t.co/ZIzpvyT8iZ
— Attorney General Ken Paxton (@KenPaxtonTX) November 22, 2024
Republican Texas Governor Greg Abbott also praised Trump’s choice.
Abbott said that he collaborated with Bondi when he served as his state’s attorney general.
“She will be a steadfast fighter for what is right and restore respect for the rule of law,” he said.
Republican Virginia Attorney General Jason Miyares added:
“@PamBondi is a tough-as-nails former prosecutor and one of the best in the game.
“As one AG to another? The US Department of Justice will be in excellent hands.”
Florida’s GOP Attorney General Ashley Moody said:
“Congratulations to my friend, @PamBondi.
“Pam will be an excellent U.S. Attorney General.”
Sen. Eric Schmitt (R-MO), Missouri’s former AG, said:
“Congrats to my friend @PamBondi.
“She’ll be an incredible Attorney General.
“Great choice @realDonaldTrump!”
Congrats to my friend @PamBondi. She’ll be an incredible Attorney General. Great choice @realDonaldTrump! pic.twitter.com/LbG28Ea8KK
— Eric Schmitt (@Eric_Schmitt) November 21, 2024
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