PAM BONDI. THE REAL RECORD OF THE AG

In July 2025, the DOJ—at the behest of CIA Director John Ratcliffe—opened criminal investigations into former CIA Director John Brennan and former FBI Director James Comey. These probes focus specifically on alleged false statements made to Congress relating to the 2016 Russia interference investigation.

The Brennan referral followed a declassified CIA review that criticized his role in including unverified Steele dossier content in the 2017 intelligence assessment. These inquiries are narrowly scoped, targeting procedural misstatements rather than broad partisan grievances. Both individuals have not been formally charged, though Brennan has characterized the probe as politically motivated.

Yet her time in office has also revealed the limits of political loyalty and ambition in tackling entrenched federal structures. The Epstein case, in particular, serves as a reminder that transparency without substance can do more harm than good. Bondi’s legacy is still evolving, shaped by both her decisive actions and her cautionary missteps in a polarized political era.