Ex-AG Pam Bondi found to have thyroid cancer and received treatment.

Steve Yates Discusses Pam Bondi’s Impact After Her Dismissal as Attorney General

Steve Yates, who previously worked as national security adviser to Vice President Cheney, reflects on Pam Bondi’s notable efforts against illegal fentanyl and her advocacy for victims. Yates shares a personal experience regarding Bondi’s empathetic support during a family tragedy involving an overdose. He also tackles the backlash he faced after his removal.

In related news, it has been reported that former Attorney General Pam Bondi has been diagnosed with thyroid cancer shortly after her retirement from the Justice Department last month. Now 60 years old, she stepped down in early April and is currently undergoing treatment.

Katie Miller, a former White House staff member and podcaster married to Deputy Chief of Staff Stephen Miller, shared on X Tuesday evening that Bondi has been “quietly fighting off cancer” for several weeks. She described Bondi as having a “heart of gold.”

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Axios adds that Bondi, appointed by President Trump to an advisory committee focused on AI policy, will also serve on the President’s Science and Technology Advisory Council. This council is co-chaired by White House AI and Cryptocurrency Czar David Sachs along with White House Science Advisor Michael Kratsios, with Bondi expected to help coordinate efforts between the federal government and tech executives on the panel.

News about her health and new advisory role came shortly after her dismissal from the attorney general position. In a Truth Social post announcing her resignation, Trump called her a “great American patriot and loyal friend,” highlighting her role in a major crime crackdown that reportedly reduced homicide rates significantly. He expressed love and support for her, hinting at a significant private sector role to be revealed soon.

Following Bondi’s resignation, Deputy Attorney General Todd Blanche is set to take on the role of acting attorney general. He acknowledged the “love” expressed by Trump when asked about staying on after her departure.

Bondi expressed gratitude for the trust placed in her by Trump, saying she was eager to work closely with Blanche during the transition and optimistic about her upcoming role in the private sector, where she plans to continue supporting Trump and his administration.