Pam Bondi has withdrawn from a scheduled April 14 deposition before the House Oversight and Government Reform Committee, according to a committee spokeswoman. The move raises questions about the timeline of the panel’s investigation into her handling of matters related to convicted sex offender Jeffrey Epstein.
“The Department of Justice stated Pam Bondi will not appear for the April 14 deposition because she is no longer attorney general and was subpoenaed in her capacity as attorney general,” the spokeswoman said.
The committee confirmed it would contact Bondi’s personal counsel to discuss next steps regarding scheduling her testimony.
Bondi had been subpoenaed as part of a broader congressional inquiry examining decisions made by law enforcement officials in connection with Epstein, whose case has drawn sustained scrutiny over alleged failures in accountability and oversight.
The Oversight Committee is currently investigating a range of actions tied to Epstein’s prosecution and the broader network of individuals connected to the case. Investigators have focused on whether any decisions by public officials influenced legal proceedings or limited accountability.
Bondi has not publicly addressed the postponement of her deposition. Her testimony, considered potentially significant for reconstructing key decisions and interactions in the Epstein case, remains delayed. The postponement could slow the investigation, which has already faced logistical and legal hurdles.
Committee aides emphasized that securing Bondi’s testimony remains a priority as lawmakers continue gathering evidence and conducting interviews.
Epstein died in federal custody in 2019 while awaiting trial on sex trafficking charges, an event that intensified public and congressional scrutiny over how his case was handled at multiple government levels.
