Staff Reports
Donald Trump’s second term is shaping up to be quite interesting, and the President-elect has made a significant announcement by nominating Pam Bondi, the former Attorney General of Florida, to head the Department of Justice. In a flashy new video released by his team, they have chosen to spotlight Bondi’s impressive credentials as the fabled “top cop” of the Sunshine State, a role she held from 2011 to 2019. The video, clocking in at just over a minute and a half, showcases her relentless fight against those pesky “pill mills” that were flooding Florida with illicit opioids—something that would make any crime-fighting superhero proud.
After the mysterious self-disqualification of Matt Gaetz from the running, President Trump turned to Bondi, who also defended him during his first impeachment trial. One can only wonder what Gaetz was thinking, but he ceded the stage to a formidable candidate. Bondi brings not just a fighting spirit but a connected background; as the chair of the America First Policy Institute’s Center for Litigation, she seems ready to roll up her sleeves and tackle the issues facing Americans, particularly those related to drug trafficking and tech scams targeting the elderly.
The promotional video, unsanctioned by any candidate committee and paid for by the aptly named Never Surrender, Inc., is a montage of Bondi’s accomplishments as Florida’s prosecutor. The clips dazzle with her assertiveness in confronting drug dealers and tech fraudsters alike. Among her colorful sound bites, Bondi passionately took a stand against a drug dealer who had the audacity to use Trump’s picture on their contraband. Her declaration that Trump would be their “most fierce advocate” for cleaning up the streets is a testament to their shared vision on combating the drug epidemic.
When it comes to taking on drug traffickers, particularly those aiming to shove fentanyl into American communities, Trump has been unmistakably resolute. Bondi’s record reveals she’s certainly aligned with this goal, bolstering Trump’s agenda on drug enforcement. Drug deaths caused by prescription abuse were nothing short of alarming in Florida—an overwhelming seven lives lost each day due to addiction during the pill mill heyday. An endorsement from the Florida Times-Union in 2014 pointed to her effective collaboration with the Legislature to curb this crisis, underscoring the impact of her initiatives.
🚨 EXCLUSIVE: Team Trump just released a new video showcasing Pam Bondi, the AG-to-be, and her impressive track record battling opioid ‘pill mills’! 💪 Her dedication to fighting the opioid crisis is more important than ever. Check it out and see why she… https://t.co/iebhroFZjq
— NahBabyNah #Trump (@NahBabyNah) November 27, 2024
Bondi’s extensive experience as a prosecutor coupled with her tenure as Florida’s attorney general can be seen as a thrilling addition for America’s justice system. Trump’s transition team makes the case that with her at the helm of the DOJ, residents can expect a revitalized dedication to keeping dangerous substances off the streets. It’s hard not to envision a Fortress America under Bondi’s oversight, where criminal elements will think twice before stepping onto her beat. With her strong track record and commitment, the Department of Justice may finally get back to basics—keeping the streets safe and sound.
