How Trump and Bondi transformed the DOJ to push his agenda and challenge detractors
February 17, 2026
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as posted by the channelAfter she was confirmed, Attorney General Pam Bondi told lawyers at the Department of Justice that it was their job to “zealously advance, protect and defend” the policies of the U.S. as set by the president. It was an example of how the Trump administration has sought to transform the DOJ into the president’s tool for promoting his agenda and challenging detractors. Ali Rogin reports.
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9 claims extractedBondi directs DOJ to advance president's policies
Trump administration weaponizes DOJ for political purposes
DOJ workforce declined by 8 percent in 2025
DOJ attorneys leaving due to political pressure and dismissals
DOJ eliminating entire offices
DOJ prosecutors lack expertise for assigned cases
DOJ failing to indict cases at unusually high rates
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