Pam Bondi, the 87th United States Attorney General and a key ally of President Donald Trump, is facing renewed public scrutiny as questions over the handling of the Jeffrey Epstein files continue to swirl.
Bondi, a longtime Republican figure and outspoken advocate on human trafficking issues, has recently attracted attention for her role in handling the release of those files. Now, with Bondi unexpectedly sidelined by a medical issue, political observers and conspiracy theorists alike are fueling new rumors about her absence.
Bondi was scheduled to speak at this year’s Conservative Political Action Conference, an event dedicated to conservative causes and high‑profile policy debates.
Her appearance was highly anticipated because the panel she was set to join focused on combating human trafficking, a topic inevitably tied in the public mind to the shadow of Epstein’s notorious crimes. Yet as attendees gathered, Bondi was not present.
In a statement shared by Fox News, Bondi explained that her absence was not intentional or politically motivated but the result of an injury. “Unfortunately, I am recovering from a recently torn cornea, which is preventing me from being with you,” she said.
“I truly wish I was able to join you and support all of the work being done on this critical issue.” According to those familiar with her schedule, Bondi had been receiving medical treatment in the days leading up to the event and was advised by doctors to rest rather than risk further damage.
Many people are saying Donald Trump is in the Epstein files and that there are Pictures of Him with topless women. Pam Bondi and Kash Patel need to release the files or come in and TESTIFY. Anyone who thinks otherwise is a weakling. THANK YOU FOR YOUR ATTENTION TO THIS MATTER. pic.twitter.com/ChMnhcb7kC
— Rep. Dan Goldman (@RepDanGoldman) July 16, 2025
Even with her explanation, her withdrawal triggered waves of speculation across social media platforms. Some users highlighted that Bondi has been less visible in recent weeks, coinciding with growing public interest in the Epstein files and speculation about who might be called to testify.
Posts questioning her absence spread quickly, including one that read on X, “Pam Bondi is now ‘so sick’ she can’t testify about Epstein, and has taken a leave of absence. Who is buying her story? Because I’m not.”
Bondi has not been accused of any wrongdoing in connection with Epstein. Still, as a top U.S. law enforcement official, and given the scrutiny of past decisions in Epstein’s Florida case, her name often surfaces in conversations about whether state and federal authorities did enough to hold him accountable.
With the Justice Department still under pressure to unseal additional Epstein records, anyone with ties to earlier proceedings is facing heightened scrutiny.
Even Pam Bondi’s cornea is like, “Release the Epstein files or I quit!” pic.twitter.com/oEetWdG6ph
— The Daily Show (@TheDailyShow) July 25, 2025
Political analysts note that Trump’s closest allies are being watched carefully as congressional committees continue probing the Epstein files. Bondi’s current role as attorney general places her firmly within Trump’s trusted circle, making her absence from such a prominent event even more noticeable.
While some speculate that Trump’s team may be working to avoid unnecessary distractions, there has been no official indication that Bondi’s position or influence has changed.
For now, Bondi’s team emphasizes that her health remains the priority. They have not announced when she will return to public appearances or whether she intends to comment further on the Epstein files.
Her recovery from a torn cornea may be straightforward, but in a climate of suspicion and high‑stakes Epstein investigation, even a routine medical setback can spark intense speculation.
