What’s Actually Going On: Halligan & Bondi and Disbarment – Part Two Bondi

Pam Bondi

1. Role in Halligan’s Appointment

   • Bondi is the one who appointed Halligan and then granted her the “special attorney” role retroactively. The Washington Post+2FindLaw+2

   • Critics argue this was a political move to install someone loyal (Halligan) to bring charges against Trump’s perceived enemies. Politico

2. Bar Ethics Complaint Against Bondi

   • There’s also a separate ethics complaint filed with the Florida Bar accusing Bondi of “serious professional misconduct.” Newsweek

   • The complaint highlights alleged episodes where Bondi’s leadership pressured DOJ lawyers to act unethically, including forcing resignations. Newsweek

   • The complainants argue this is “deeply prejudicial to the rule of law” because Bondi may have overridden ethical duties to meet political goals. Newsweek