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Geopolitics•13 February 2026•

1 min read

AG Bondi Defends DOJ Stance on Epstein Files Amid Tense House Hearing

Donald Trump in a suit stands before a world map with glowing trade routes, cargo ships, containers, and trade documents with coins.

Attorney General Pam Bondi faced a heated confrontation with the House Judiciary Committee regarding the investigation into Jeffrey Epstein's associates. During the hearing, Bondi defended the lack of new indictments by citing a July 2025 Department of Justice (DOJ) memo. The memo asserted that no sufficient evidence existed to warrant further investigations into uncharged third parties linked to the case, sparking frustration among lawmakers. In an attempt to shift the focus of the intense questioning, Bondi highlighted the Dow Jones Industrial Average reaching the historic 50,000 mark. Lawmakers from both sides continue to demand greater transparency and accountability regarding the redacted files and the DOJ's investigative process. While the session was politically charged, its direct impact on financial markets remains minimal, serving primarily as a significant legal and geopolitical development.

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