Trump’s Surprise Move: A New Attorney General Takes the Helm

Trump Announces Pam Bondi’s Resignation as U.S. Attorney General

President Donald Trump announced that Pam Bondi will step down from her role as U.S. Attorney General after almost fourteen months in office. He praised her for a “tremendous job” cutting crime nationwide, noting that murder rates hit their lowest point since the early 1900s. Trump said Bondi would soon move to a private‑sector position, though the exact details are pending.

Todd Blanche Named Acting Attorney General

The appointment of Todd Blanche, who has served as Deputy Attorney General, will see him assume the position on an acting basis. The change comes amid a busy Justice Department schedule, as officials review Paramount Skydance’s $111‑billion bid for Warner Bros. Discovery. Antitrust leaders have indicated that the deal will not receive expedited approval, citing political concerns.

Bondi’s Background

Bondi entered office on February 5, 2025, after a long career as a prosecutor in Florida. She was the state’s first female Attorney General and served two terms from 2011 to 2019. Her experience spans domestic violence, capital murder, and other serious crimes.

Broader DOJ Shifts

The transition reflects broader shifts within the Department of Justice. The previous antitrust chief, Gail Slater, was removed after disagreements with Bondi, and her successor, Omeed Assefi, has taken a cautious stance on the Hollywood merger.