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Pam Bondi

Pamela Jo Bondi is an American attorney and Republican politician from Florida.

By Ethan Anderson| Reviewed by Olivia Bennett, Standards & Fact-Checking Lead| Updated July 26, 2026|2 min read| Fact-checked

Pamela Jo Bondi is an American attorney and Republican politician from Florida. She served as Florida’s attorney general from 2011 to 2019 and later as U.S. attorney general from 2025 to 2026. Born in Tampa in 1965, she has also worked as a prosecutor, White House adviser, and Trump-aligned legal advocate.

Early life and education

Bondi was born in Tampa, Florida, and earned a bachelor’s degree from the University of Florida in 1987 and a law degree from Stetson University College of Law in 1990.

Florida attorney general

Elected in 2010, Bondi served two terms as Florida attorney general from 2011 to 2019 and was the first woman to hold the office.

U.S. attorney general

Bondi was nominated by Donald Trump in 2024, confirmed by the Senate in February 2025, and served as U.S. attorney general until 2026.

Public profile and media appearances

Bondi became a prominent conservative legal figure and was a recurring presence on Fox News during and after her time in state office.

Key facts

  • Bondi was born in Tampa, Florida, on November 17, 1965.
  • She served as the first female attorney general of Florida from 2011 to 2019.
  • She was sworn in as the 87th U.S. attorney general on February 5, 2025.
  • She previously worked as a prosecutor in Florida for more than 18 years.
  • In 2019, she joined the White House as a special adviser to President Donald Trump.
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Canadian context

Bondi is relevant to Canadian readers mainly through her role in U.S. federal law enforcement and her involvement in high-profile American political and legal disputes that can affect Canada–U.S. relations.

Frequently asked questions

Who is Pam Bondi?
Pam Bondi is an American lawyer and Republican politician who served as Florida attorney general and later as U.S. attorney general.
How old is Pam Bondi?
She was born on November 17, 1965, which makes her 60 or 61 depending on the date referenced in 2026.
What happened to Pam Bondi?
Bondi served as U.S. attorney general from 2025 to 2026; Britannica reports that she was fired by President Trump in April 2026.
Pam Bondi net worth
Her net worth is not stated in the provided authoritative sources, so it cannot be verified here.
Is Pam Bondi married?
The provided sources do not clearly confirm her current marital status, so it cannot be verified here.
Pam Bondi Fox News
Bondi has been described as a frequent guest on Fox News and as a conservative media figure associated with the network.

References

  1. United States Department of Justice — https://www.justice.gov/ag/bio/attorney-general-pamela-bondi
    Supports: Birth date/place, education, Florida attorney general service, and U.S. attorney general appointment.
  2. United States Department of Justice — https://www.justice.gov/ag/staff-profile/meet-attorney-general
    Supports: Swearing-in date, Florida upbringing, and career background as a prosecutor.
  3. Encyclopaedia Britannica — https://www.britannica.com/biography/Pam-Bondi
    Supports: Overview of her service as U.S. attorney general and report that she was fired in April 2026.
  4. Archives of Women's Political Communication — https://awpc.cattcenter.iastate.edu/directory/pam-bondi
    Supports: Florida attorney general dates, education, prosecutor background, and nomination history.
  5. CNN — https://www.cnn.com/politics/pam-bondi-fast-facts
    Supports: Basic biographical facts and marriage history referenced in the FAQ.
  6. BBC News — https://www.bbc.com/news/articles/c079y0r1j8po
    Supports: Her role as Trump’s attorney-general pick and her Fox News/conservative profile.
  7. OpenSecrets News — https://www.opensecrets.org/news/2024/12/trump-administration-profile-pam-bondi/
    Supports: Her role as a corporate lobbyist and Trump ally.
  8. NPR — https://www.npr.org/2025/02/04/nx-s1-5287011/pam-bondi-attorney-general-confirmation
    Supports: Senate confirmation vote and context for her U.S. attorney general role.