Bondi dismantles DOJ insider veto, corruption cases now move forward, Congress no longer protected from federal indictments
Pam Bondi has officially dismantled the DOJ’s Public Integrity Section veto, eliminating a system that shielded members of Congress from corruption charges. For decades, local U.S. attorneys needed approval from Washington insiders before pursuing cases against lawmakers. That safeguard is now gone, opening the door for indictments without interference from DC elites.
Bondi’s overhaul comes at a critical moment, as multiple lawmakers face ethics probes and financial misconduct investigations. The DOJ’s restructuring signals the end of special protections, ensuring that political elites are held accountable like any other citizen.
Recent reports indicate that Bondi has reassigned multiple DOJ staffers and disbanded anti-kleptocracy working groups, which previously investigated foreign corruption linked to drug cartels and transnational criminal organizations. Critics argue that these changes weaken federal oversight, while supporters claim they restore equal justice under the law.
Bondi has also established a Weaponization Working Group, tasked with reviewing past DOJ actions, including investigations into former special counsel Jack Smith. The restructuring has led to multiple resignations within the DOJ, with some prosecutors refusing to endorse Bondi’s directives.
The changes have sparked intense debate. Supporters hail it as a major victory for transparency, arguing that equal justice under the law is finally being restored. Opponents warn that removing centralized oversight could lead to politically motivated prosecutions, with local attorneys targeting rivals based on partisan interests.
Bondi’s decision removes barriers, restoring equal justice under the law. Local prosecutors can now move forward with charges without seeking approval from Washington insiders. The policy shift could reshape how corruption investigations unfold, bringing more transparency and accountability to the system.
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