Pam Bondi Will Clean Up the Department of Justice Once and for All

Matt Gaetz did the honorable thing by withdrawing his name from consideration for Attorney General, recognizing that his presence could be a distraction to the entire confirmation process; By stepping aside, Gaetz has shown true leadership, clearing the way for someone who is perfectly suited for the job-Pam Bondi. His decision underscores the gravity of the challenges facing the Department of Justice and the necessity of having a person in place to tackle them head-on.

President Trump has made another brilliant choice. Pam Bondi as Attorney General is exactly what America needs right now. She is tough, she is principled, and, most importantly, she is the person who will finally clean up the Department of Justice. After years of corruption and partisanship under Merrick Garland, Bondi will bring the kind of leadership that doesn't flinch at the truth and doesn't play games with justice.

Let's be clear about what's been going on at the DOJ for far too long. The institution has been hijacked by bureaucrats who are more interested in waging political lawfare than upholding the Constitution. We've seen time and again how Garland's DOJ has turned a blind eye to genuine wrongdoing while targeting those who disagree with the liberal narrative. It's been a weaponized system, designed not to dispense justice but to intimidate anyone who stands in opposition to the current establishment.

Pam Bondi's tenure as Florida's Attorney General was marked by a series of remarkable successes. She led the charge in holding the pharmaceutical industry accountable for its role in the opioid crisis, securing millions in settlements that were used to fund addiction treatment and prevention programs. She spearheaded initiatives to combat human trafficking, making Florida a national leader in the fight against this heinous crime. Bondi also took on mortgage fraud, protecting thousands of homeowners from predatory practices during the financial crisis. Her relentless focus on consumer protection and public safety demonstrated her commitment to justice and her willingness to take on even the most daunting challenges. This proven track record of success is precisely why she is the right person to restore integrity to the DOJ.

The left will spend a lot of time criticizing this appointment. They'll try to smear Bondi, just like they do with anyone President Trump appoints. They'll throw around terms like "unqualified" or "too political"; without giving her a fair shake. But let's be honest here-what they really fear is losing control. Calling Bondi "unqualified" is utterly ridiculous given her extensive experience as the Attorney General of Florida, where she handled the tough issues facing the state. Unlike Garland, who has allowed the DOJ to become deeply partisan, and Eric Holder, who openly declared himself as President Obama's "wingman"; Bondi has demonstrated a true commitment to impartial justice and fighting for the people. They fear someone in charge who doesn't care about playing the insider games, who wants to hold everyone accountable under the same set of rules, no matter which party you belong to

Garland's tenure has been nothing short of disastrous. He allowed the DOJ to be turned into a political hammer, used to go after Trump allies and others deemed problematic by

the left. The American people have lost confidence in this critical institution because of its blatant bias and weaponization. Pam Bondi is the antidote to this sickness. She will bring real justice back to the Department of Justice, and that's something every American-regardless of party-should be cheering for.

It's time to get rid of the double standards. It's time to have an Attorney General who isn't beholden to the D.C. machine. Pam Bondi is that leader. She'll work to dismantle the bureaucratic rot that's plagued the department for far too long, and she'll do it while putting the needs of American citizens above the interests of the political class. Bondi will end the lawfare and return the DOJ to its rightful role-as an institution of blind justice, not partisan attacks.

So let the critics scream and shout. Pam Bondi should have the full support of every American who is tired of watching our justice system be used as a political tool. It's time to take back the DOJ, and with Bondi in charge, that's exactly what will happen. The days of Garland's politically driven witch hunts are over. Justice is coming, and Pam Bondi is the one to deliver it.

Perry O Hooper Jr is a former State Representative who writes columns on his political perspective and has been published in a number of publications around Alabama and beyond. He was an early supporter of Donald Trump and was the 2016 Trump Victory Chair.

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