Pam Bondi may no longer hold the title of Attorney General, but her connection to the Jeffrey Epstein investigation persists. Following her recent dismissal by President Donald Trump, Congress remains intent on hearing her testimony. House Oversight and Government Reform Chair James Comer, who last month issued a subpoena following a bipartisan committee vote, confirmed the desire to proceed with Bondi's deposition.

“The committee still expects Ms. Bondi to fulfill her legal obligations and testify about her handling of the Epstein case,” stated a committee spokesperson. This move underscored the bipartisan pressure, with figures like GOP Rep. Nancy Mace of South Carolina advocating strongly for accountability. Mace criticized Bondi's management of the Epstein files, suggesting it reflected poorly on the administration and hindered justice.

Despite Trump's social media praise of Bondi as a "Great American Patriot," her controversial handling of the Epstein investigation has drawn fierce criticism. Democrats allege that Bondi, during her tenure, used her position to obscure the administration's connections to Epstein and compromised the safety of survivors by mishandling sensitive information.

Ranking member Robert Garcia (D-Calif.) expressed a stern view of Bondi's actions, accusing her of weaponizing her office to protect Trump while endangering victims. "She will not escape accountability," Garcia emphasized.

POLITICO had previously reported Bondi's shaky standing with congressional Republicans, a sentiment that was compounded by her lackluster appearance before the House Judiciary Committee. This culminated in her firing the same week Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem faced dismissal after her own problematic testimonies.

The ongoing saga has not only tarnished Bondi's reputation but also intensified scrutiny over Trump’s past relationship with Epstein. With the House Oversight Committee's resolve, Bondi faces mounting pressure to testify or potentially face contempt charges.

In an effort to address the committee's concerns, Bondi had briefed members last month regarding the DOJ’s actions under her leadership. However, her efforts did not quell the demands for her to appear under oath, and her recent firing has only amplified calls for her testimony.

As Bondi prepares to transition her duties to Deputy Attorney General Todd Blanche, the shadow of the Epstein case continues to loom large over her and the Trump administration. The Oversight Committee, backed by both parties, seems determined to pursue a thorough investigation, signaling a challenging road ahead for the former attorney general.