Pam Bondi testifies on Epstein files behind closed doors

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Coverage varies among outlets, with ABC News and CBS News focusing on the procedural aspects of Bondi's testimony, emphasizing the closed-door nature of the session. The Guardian, however, highlights the political implications, framing the…

May 29, 2026 · 10:19 PM UTC ·1 min read · 0 reactions · 0 comments · 43 views

Pam Bondi testifies on Epstein files behind closed doors

Former Attorney General Pam Bondi was in the hot seat on Capitol Hill Friday, facing questions about the Epstein files. CBS News congressional correspondent Nikole Killion has more details.

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8 outlets in our directory ran this story, first to last over 17 hours. Coverage spans 3 points on the political spectrum — 3 lean left, 2 centre, 1 right.

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▪ Pam Bondi faces a closed-door questioning from House lawmakers over the Epstein files - AP News — Google News
▪ Former AG Pam Bondi arrives for closed-door Oversight interview on Jeffrey Epstein files — New York Post
▪ Live updates: Bondi faces House Oversight questions on Epstein files — The Hill
▪ Pam Bondi to face questioning from House lawmakers over Epstein files — The Globe and Mail
▪ Trump says he has ‘no interest’ in Kennedy Center after judge orders his name removed from memorial – as it happened — World news | The Guardian
▪ Bondi to testify behind closed doors in House Epstein probe today — CBS News — Politics
▪ Pam Bondi to face closed-door questioning from House lawmakers over Epstein files — ABC News — Politics

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Publication time	Fri, 29 May 2026 18:19:24 -0400
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