Columbia Standard

Pam Bondi, a prominent political figure, has been noted for her associations with individuals who have faced various allegations or controversies. This includes people accused of criminal behavior or those who have made controversial statements against certain groups.

Among these associations is Matt Schlapp, who was accused of groping a Republican campaign staffer without consent. Pam Bondi defended Schlapp on social media amid the investigation into this and other incidents of alleged sexual misconduct.

Bondi also collaborated with televangelist Paula White, known for her provocative statement that opposing Trump equates to opposing God. White called for "all satanic pregnancies to miscarry right now," a sentiment echoed in an op-ed co-authored by Bondi.

In another instance, Allen West, described as a radical extremist, received praise from Bondi. She also appeared on Newsmax with Corey Lewandowski after he was dismissed from Donald Trump's super PAC due to unwanted advances at a charity event and had previous legal issues involving battery charges against a reporter.

Jack Posobiec, an "alt-right" influencer known for antisemitic remarks, is someone whom Bondi follows on social media platform X and has previously supported publicly.

U.S. Senate Democratic Whip Dick Durbin expressed concern over these associations in his statement: “Pam Bondi has a history of associating with individuals who have been accused of criminal wrongdoing or have made extreme statements disparaging opponents of Donald Trump, members of the Democratic Party, and Jewish people. This behavior is deeply concerning for someone who would be our nation’s top law enforcement officer.”