History of Pam Bondi in Timeline

By Popular Timelines Editorial Team · Updated: July 12, 2026

Pam Bondi is an American attorney and political figure who served as the 37th Attorney General of Florida from 2011 to 2019. A prominent member of the Republican Party, she gained national attention for her legal work and high-profile involvement in various political matters. During her tenure as Attorney General, she focused on issues such as human trafficking, prescription drug abuse, and consumer protection. Bondi later became a well-known television legal analyst and served on the defense team for Donald Trump during his first impeachment trial. Recognized for her alignment with conservative politics, she has remained an influential figure in legal and media circles, often serving as a staunch defender of party interests and policies in both state and federal contexts.

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November 17, 1965: Birth of Pamela Jo Bondi

On November 17, 1965, Pamela Jo Bondi, an American attorney and future politician, was born.

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1987: Graduation from the University of Florida

In 1987, Pam Bondi earned her Bachelor of Arts degree in criminal justice from the University of Florida.

1990: Graduation from Stetson University College of Law

In 1990, Pam Bondi completed her legal education and received her Juris Doctor (JD) degree from Stetson University College of Law.

June 24, 1991: Admission to the Florida Bar

On June 24, 1991, Pam Bondi was officially admitted to the Florida Bar, marking a significant milestone in her legal career.

1994: Commencement of Role as Assistant State Attorney

In 1994, Pam Bondi began her tenure serving as an assistant state attorney in Hillsborough County, Florida, a position she would hold for fifteen years.

2006: Prosecution of Dwight Gooden

In 2006, Pam Bondi served as the prosecutor in a case against former Major League Baseball player Dwight Gooden, who was charged with violating the terms of his probation and substance abuse issues.

2007: Prosecution of the Martin Anderson case

During 2007, Bondi acted as the prosecutor for the defendants involved in the death of Martin Anderson.

2008: Defense of Florida Constitution Amendment 2

In 2008, Pam Bondi defended Amendment 2, which banned same-sex marriage in Florida, arguing that her actions were a matter of upholding the state constitution rather than expressing her personal views on the issue.

2009: Conclusion of Assistant State Attorney Tenure

By the year 2009, Bondi concluded her long-standing service as an assistant state attorney in Hillsborough County, Florida, which she had held since 1994.

August 2010: Mason-Dixon Polling Lead

In August 2010, polling conducted by Mason-Dixon indicated that Pam Bondi held a lead over her primary opponents, Benson and Kottkamp, positioning her as a frontrunner in the race.

2010: 2010 Florida Attorney General Republican Primary Campaign

In 2010, Pam Bondi launched her campaign for Florida attorney general, competing in the Republican primary against opponents Holly Benson and Jeff Kottkamp, while securing a notable endorsement from Sarah Palin.

2010: Election as Florida Attorney General

In 2010, Pam Bondi was elected as the attorney general of Florida, marking a historic moment as she became the first woman to ever hold this office.

July 2011: Resignation of Economic Crime Division Attorneys

In July 2011, Pam Bondi pressured two attorneys from Florida's Economic Crime Division to resign. These attorneys had been actively investigating Lender Processing Services (currently known as Black Knight) regarding the robosigning scandal.

2011: Inauguration as Florida Attorney General

In 2011, Pam Bondi began her tenure as the 37th attorney general of Florida, marking a significant career milestone.

2013: Campaign Donation Controversy Involving Trump University

In 2013, Pam Bondi faced significant public and media scrutiny after it was revealed that her re-election political action committee, And Justice for All, accepted a $25,000 donation from the Donald J. Trump Foundation. This donation occurred shortly after her office considered joining a lawsuit against Trump University regarding fraud allegations, a legal action she ultimately decided not to pursue.

2013: Opposition to Medical Marijuana

In 2013, Pam Bondi formally expressed her public opposition to the legalization of medical marijuana.

2013: Postponement of Execution for Fundraising

In 2013, Pam Bondi requested that Governor Rick Scott delay a planned execution because it interfered with a fundraising event. Following media scrutiny and public criticism regarding the decision, Bondi later issued an apology for the postponement.

November 2014: Re-election as Florida Attorney General

In November 2014, Pam Bondi secured a victory in her re-election campaign for Florida Attorney General, capturing 55% of the total vote. She defeated her Democratic opponent, George Sheldon, who concluded the race with 42% of the vote.

2014: Re-election as Florida Attorney General

During the 2014 election, Bondi secured a second term as Florida's attorney general, distinguishing herself as the first Republican to win a consecutive second term for this position.

March 14, 2016: Endorsement of Donald Trump

On March 14, 2016, Pam Bondi officially endorsed Donald Trump in the 2016 Florida Republican presidential primary, citing their long-standing personal friendship.

June 2016: Criticism and Ethics Review Regarding Trump Donation

In June 2016, Pam Bondi faced significant scrutiny regarding a political donation; during this time, her spokesperson confirmed she had personally solicited the funds from Donald Trump, while Governor Rick Scott's office simultaneously confirmed that the state's ethics commission was investigating the situation.

June 2016: CNN Interview regarding Orlando Nightclub Shooting

In June 2016, following the Orlando nightclub shooting, Pam Bondi was interviewed by Anderson Cooper on CNN, where the reporter challenged her about the perceived inconsistency between her public support for the LGBT community and her previous legal opposition to same-sex marriage.

September 2016: IRS Ruling on PAC Donation

In September 2016, the Internal Revenue Service ruled that a donation made to Pam Bondi's political action committee by the Trump Foundation violated laws prohibiting political contributions from nonprofit entities. As a result, Donald Trump was ordered to pay a penalty and reimburse the foundation for the improper funds, though Bondi faced no charges or fines.

August 2018: Controversial Fox News Hosting Appearances

In August 2018, Pam Bondi, while serving as the Florida Attorney General, co-hosted the television program The Five on Fox News for three consecutive days and made an appearance on Sean Hannity's show. This action sparked controversy as Fox News incorrectly claimed the Florida Commission on Ethics had approved the appearance; a commission spokeswoman clarified that no such determination had been made regarding potential ethical violations, leading the Tampa Bay Times to label the move as unprecedented for a sitting elected official.

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2018: Lawsuit Against ACA Provisions

In 2018, Bondi partnered with 19 other Republican-led states to file a lawsuit aiming to overturn Affordable Care Act (ACA) regulations that prohibited insurance companies from discriminating against individuals based on pre-existing medical conditions.

2018: Meetings with Lev Parnas

In 2018, while serving as the Florida Attorney General, Pam Bondi held multiple meetings with Lev Parnas, a businessman known for his associations with Rudy Giuliani and his involvement in Ukrainian affairs.

November 2019: Hired by the Trump Administration for Impeachment Defense

In November 2019, Pam Bondi was recruited by the first Trump administration to provide assistance during the President's initial impeachment proceedings, with a focus on challenging the inquiry process.

November 2019: Closure of Trump Foundation

In November 2019, a New York state court mandated the closure of the Trump Foundation and ordered the payment of $2 million in damages. This ruling stemmed from the misuse of funds, specifically citing the illegal donation previously made to Pam Bondi's organization.

2019: Post-Office Meetings with Lev Parnas

Following her departure from the office of Florida Attorney General in 2019, Pam Bondi continued to have meetings with Lev Parnas, an associate of Rudy Giuliani.

2019: Conclusion of Florida Attorney General term

In 2019, Pam Bondi concluded her service as the 37th attorney general of Florida.

2019: Transition of Attorney General Office

In 2019, fellow Republican Ashley Moody was elected as the new state attorney general of Florida, following the completion of Bondi's two four-year terms.

2019: Transition to Private Practice and White House Counsel Role

In 2019, following her tenure as Florida attorney general, Pam Bondi joined the lobbying firm Ballard Partners, where she served as a registered foreign agent for the government of Qatar. Later in 2019, she departed from the Qatari project to accept a temporary role within the White House Counsel's office to assist with President Donald Trump's first impeachment proceedings.

January 17, 2020: Named to Trump's Impeachment Defense Team

On January 17, 2020, Pam Bondi was officially appointed as a member of the defense team representing President Donald Trump during his Senate impeachment trial.

November 5, 2020: Appearance on Fox News regarding 2020 election claims

On November 5, 2020, Pam Bondi appeared on Fox News, where she was challenged by host Steve Doocy to provide evidence for her claims regarding voter fraud. During the exchange, Bondi asserted that ballots had been dumped, continuing her public support for Donald Trump's allegations concerning the 2020 presidential election results.

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2020: Contextual Inquiry into the 2020 Presidential Election

During the 2020 presidential election cycle, events and results became a primary subject of investigation and questioning during Pam Bondi's 2025 confirmation hearings for the position of United States Attorney General.

2020: Defense Counsel in Impeachment Trial

In 2020, Pam Bondi served as a member of President Donald Trump's defense team during his first impeachment trial.

2022: FIFA World Cup Qatar

In 2022, the FIFA World Cup took place in Qatar, a sporting event for which Pam Bondi had previously consulted on anti-human-trafficking efforts in 2019.

November 21, 2024: Nomination for U.S. Attorney General

On November 21, 2024, President-elect Donald Trump announced that he intended to nominate Pam Bondi to serve as the U.S. Attorney General following the withdrawal of Matt Gaetz.

2024: Leadership at America First Policy Institute

Throughout 2024, Pam Bondi served as the head of the legal division for the America First Policy Institute. In this capacity, she focused on developing policy frameworks for a possible second Trump administration and oversaw the filing of various election-related lawsuits in swing states leading up to the 2024 presidential election.

January 15, 2025: Senate Judiciary Committee Confirmation Hearing

On January 15, 2025, Pam Bondi appeared before the U.S. Senate Committee on the Judiciary for a confirmation hearing regarding her nomination for United States Attorney General, where she faced questioning from Democratic Senators concerning her lobbying career, her connection to Donald Trump, the 2020 election, and her stance on TikTok.

February 4, 2025: U.S. Senate Confirmation

On February 4, 2025, the U.S. Senate officially confirmed Pam Bondi for the position of U.S. Attorney General in a 54–46 vote.

February 5, 2025: Inauguration and Initial Administrative Actions as Attorney General

On February 5, 2025, Pam Bondi was sworn in as the 87th U.S. Attorney General by Supreme Court Justice Clarence Thomas. On her first day in office, she took immediate action to dissolve the FBI's Foreign Influence Task Force and the DOJ's Task Force KleptoCapture, while also reducing the enforcement of the Foreign Agents Registration Act. During this period, Bondi's role was largely focused on implementation, with significant decision-making authority held by White House officials, including Deputy Chief of Staff Stephen Miller.

2025: Appointment as United States Attorney General

Starting in 2025, Pam Bondi assumed the role of the 87th United States attorney general.

April 2026: Termination from position over Epstein files controversy

In April 2026, Pam Bondi was dismissed from her role by Donald Trump following significant dissatisfaction regarding her management of the Epstein files.