
Pam Bondi’s nomination as President-elect Donald Trump’s Attorney General has come under fire from MSNBC political analyst Jason Johnson, who called her a “dangerous and effective pick” during an appearance on “The Beat With Ari Melber.” Johnson expressed concern that Bondi’s legal acumen and strong conservative policies, particularly on immigration and education, could make her an instrumental force in advancing Trump’s agenda.
Johnson, who is known for his strong critiques of Trump’s administration, focused on Bondi’s track record as Florida’s attorney general, where she became known for her tough stance on immigration enforcement. “She knows what she’s doing about immigration,” Johnson said, referencing Florida’s aggressive approach to deportations. He warned that Bondi could extend these policies at a national level, making her confirmation a potential setback for those advocating for immigrant rights.
MSNBC is melting down over Pam Bondi as Attorney General:
"We should all fear [her] because she's competent."
"She actually knows how to do this job."
"She knows what she's doing about immigration."
"She is a dangerous and effective pick."
— Charlie Kirk (@charliekirk11) November 22, 2024
In addition to her immigration stance, Johnson pointed to Bondi’s work on education laws in Florida, which have been criticized for restricting student freedoms and manipulating education funds to serve conservative interests. Johnson warned that if confirmed, Bondi’s legal expertise could make it easier to implement similar policies nationwide, further curbing individual rights.
Bondi’s nomination comes after Rep. Matt Gaetz (R-FL) declined the Attorney General position, making way for Bondi, who Trump praised for her efforts in combating drug trafficking in Florida. While Trump and his supporters have celebrated her nomination, critics, including Johnson, fear that her confirmation will further solidify Trump’s authoritarian legal approach, especially on immigration and civil rights.
Let’s check in with MSNBC see what they think about Trump’s pick for AG Pam Bondi 😂😭 pic.twitter.com/oYUA8w9yuy
— Politi_Rican 🇵🇷 𝕏 🇺🇸 (@TheRicanMemes) November 22, 2024
As the nomination process progresses, Bondi’s confirmation is likely to spark significant debate over her qualifications and the potential risks her leadership could pose to U.S. law. Critics remain concerned that her nomination will lead to greater erosion of civil liberties, particularly for vulnerable populations.