Ex-AG Pam Bondi diagnosed with thyroid cancer and received treatment

Yates Reflects on Bondi’s Contributions After Dismissal as Attorney General

Steve Yates, formerly national security adviser to Vice President Cheney, recently discussed Pam Bondi’s impact during her tenure as Attorney General. He highlighted her crucial efforts in the battle against illegal fentanyl and her advocacy for victims. Yates shared a personal memory, mentioning her kindness during a challenging time when a family member passed away due to an overdose. Additionally, he faced criticism regarding the circumstances of his own removal from office.

Bondi, who stepped down from her role at the Justice Department in early April, has been diagnosed with thyroid cancer. She is currently undergoing treatment. A former White House staff member, Katie Miller, revealed on social media that Bondi had been dealing with cancer quietly for the last few weeks.

Due to her medical condition, Bondi canceled her attendance at an upcoming Anti-Human Trafficking Summit. Miller described her as having a “heart of gold.”

After her dismissal, Bondi received an appointment from President Donald Trump to an advisory committee focused on artificial intelligence policy, signaling her continued involvement in important political matters. She is set to join the President’s Science and Technology Advisory Council, which will be co-chaired by key White House figures.

In related developments, Bondi’s diagnosis surfaced shortly after her exit from the Attorney General position. Trump characterized her as a “great American patriot” in a public announcement and praised her leadership in addressing crime rates across the nation. He expressed gratitude for her contributions and mentioned a forthcoming role for her in the private sector.

Bondi expressed her appreciation for Trump’s trust in her and emphasized her commitment to aid the incoming acting Attorney General, Todd Blanche, in the transition. She acknowledged the significance of her work and its impact on the Department of Justice during Trump’s administration.