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Trump Weighs Ousting Attorney General Pam Bondi, Considers Lee Zeldin as Replacement
By Aurax Desk | April 02, 2026 | 2 min read
Donald Trump has reportedly discussed removing Pam Bondi amid growing frustration inside the administration, with Lee Zeldin emerging as a leading potential successor.
Pam Bondi, current U.S. Attorney General , whose future role in the Trump circle has been a topic of speculation
U.S. President Donald Trump has privately discussed the possibility of removing Attorney General Pam Bondi from her post, according to multiple media reports, in what could become a major shake-up within his administration.
Sources cited by outlets including CNN and The New York Times say Trump has grown increasingly frustrated with Bondi’s performance, particularly her handling of high-profile legal matters and internal Justice Department controversies.
Lee Zeldin, former New York Congressman and 2022 gubernatorial candidate, reportedly considered as a replacement for Bondi in Trump’s inner circle.
Among those being considered as a replacement is Lee Zeldin, a close Trump ally who currently leads the Environmental Protection Agency. While no final decision has been made, Zeldin has reportedly been mentioned frequently in internal discussions, though other candidates are also being considered.
The reported dissatisfaction comes amid backlash tied to the Justice Department’s handling of materials related to the Jeffrey Epstein case, which has drawn criticism from both political opponents and segments of Trump’s own base.
Despite the behind-the-scenes deliberations, Trump has continued to publicly defend Bondi, at times praising her work and calling her performance strong. However, officials say discussions about her future have resurfaced in recent days after previously fading earlier in the year.
If carried out, Bondi’s removal would mark another significant personnel change in Trump’s second term, underscoring ongoing tensions within the administration as it navigates legal battles and political pressure.
For now, the situation remains fluid, with no formal announcement made and the White House yet to confirm whether a leadership change at the Justice Department is imminent.
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