Comer subpoenas Bondi for testimony in Epstein probe
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Washington. House Oversight Chairman Rep. James Comer subpoenaed Attorney General Pam Bondi on Tuesday, ordering a deposition April 14 to question the Justice Department's handling of Jeffrey Epstein investigation files and compliance with the Epstein Files Transparency Act. The committee approved a subpoena motion March 4 with support from five Republicans. Earlier actions forced the Justice Department to release unredacted documents starting August 19, 2025, after committee pressure in July 2025. Separately, Rep. Yassamin Ansari joined an impeachment effort citing alleged concealment. DOJ has not publicly responded to the newest subpoena. Based on 6 articles reviewed and supporting research.
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Timeline
- 1. 2008: Jeffrey Epstein convicted of soliciting prostitution from a minor.
- 2. 2019: Epstein arrested again on federal sex-trafficking charges; he died in custody.
- 3. November (legislative action): Congress passed the Epstein Files Transparency Act nearly unanimously.
- 4. July 2025: Oversight Committee forced a production order; unredacted files released starting August 19, 2025.
- 5. March 4 (recent): Committee approved motion; subpoena issued requiring Bondi deposition on April 14.
Why it matters
This subpoena is about transparency in our justice system. It's about how the Epstein case was handled and if the Epstein Files Transparency Act was followed. If you value accountability in government, keep an eye on the April 14 deposition.
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