Montgomery, AL – Alabama Attorney General Steve Marshall has joined a coalition of 30 current and incoming state attorneys general urging the U.S. Senate to confirm Pam Bondi as the 87th United States Attorney General. Bondi, a former Florida Attorney General, was nominated by President Donald Trump to succeed Jeff Sessions in the role.
“President Trump made an incredibly wise decision by appointing Pam Bondi as the next United States Attorney General,” Marshall said. “I have known Pam for a long time, and she possesses the heart of a prosecutor. She will boldly enforce the rule of law and restore the public’s confidence in the Department of Justice. I look forward to working with Attorney General Bondi and making the rule of law great again.”
In a letter addressed to Senate Majority Leader Chuck Schumer, Senate Minority Leader Mitch McConnell, and Minority Whip John Thune, the bipartisan coalition highlighted Bondi’s extensive legal experience and leadership qualities.
“Many of us have worked with Attorney General Bondi, and we have witnessed firsthand her legal acumen, her passion for justice, and her steadfast commitment to the rule of law,” the letter states. “She is a superb choice to serve our nation and the public interest.”
The letter emphasizes Bondi’s achievements as Florida’s Attorney General, particularly her efforts during the opioid crisis. It cites her leadership in combating pill mills, holding pharmaceutical companies accountable, and advocating for bans on synthetic drugs. Bondi’s work against human trafficking was also praised, with the coalition noting her role in strengthening legal tools to protect victims and prosecute traffickers.
“General Bondi is exceedingly well prepared to be the 87th United States Attorney General,” the letter continues. “She will bring to the office a unique combination of civil and criminal experience and a tenacious work ethic. Most importantly, she will bring a steadfast and unwavering commitment to the rule of law.”
The coalition, co-led by South Carolina and Florida attorneys general, includes representatives from 28 additional states: Alabama, Alaska, Arkansas, Georgia, Idaho, Indiana, Iowa, Kansas, Kentucky, Louisiana, Mississippi, Missouri, Montana, Nebraska, New Hampshire, North Dakota, Ohio, Oklahoma, Pennsylvania, South Dakota, Tennessee, Texas, Utah, Virginia, West Virginia, and Wyoming.
The Senate has yet to schedule a confirmation hearing for Bondi, but the coalition’s endorsement reflects widespread support among state leaders for her appointment.
