MSNBC contributor Jason Johnson slammed President-elect Donald Trump’s nomination of Pam Bondi as U.S. Attorney General, calling her a “dangerous and effective pick” who will aggressively advance Trump’s controversial policies. Appearing on Thursday’s “The Beat With Ari Melber,” Johnson argued that Bondi’s legal experience, particularly in areas like immigration enforcement and education policy, makes her a significant force who could further erode civil rights protections.
Johnson’s comments reflect growing concern among liberals who fear Bondi’s appointment could embolden Trump’s administration to take even harsher actions on issues like immigration and public education. “Pam Bondi is exactly what I was saying in the last segment that we should all fear because she’s competent,” Johnson stated. “She’s not only ideologically aligned with Trump, but she also knows how to get things done.”
MSNBC is melting down over Pam Bondi as Attorney General:
"We should all fear [her] because she's competent."
"She actually knows how to do this job."
"She knows what she's doing about immigration."
"She is a dangerous and effective pick."
— Charlie Kirk (@charliekirk11) November 22, 2024
The analyst pointed to Bondi’s record as Florida’s attorney general, noting her aggressive stance on deportations and her involvement in controversial education laws. Johnson stressed that her expertise could make her a particularly effective advocate for Trump’s policies. “Florida has been very aggressive about migrants and deportation,” he said, suggesting that Bondi could take similar actions on a national scale.
In addition to immigration, Johnson discussed Bondi’s role in shaping laws affecting students, particularly on college campuses, which have been seen by critics as curbing free speech and limiting educational opportunities. Johnson warned that, if confirmed, Bondi’s policies could exacerbate the challenges faced by marginalized communities and exacerbate divides on issues of race, gender, and social justice.
Let’s check in with MSNBC see what they think about Trump’s pick for AG Pam Bondi 😂😭 pic.twitter.com/oYUA8w9yuy
— Politi_Rican 🇵🇷 𝕏 🇺🇸 (@TheRicanMemes) November 22, 2024
Johnson contrasted Bondi’s qualifications with those of Rep. Matt Gaetz (R-FL), who had initially been considered for the role but declined the nomination. Johnson argued that Bondi’s ability to navigate the legal system and advance Trump’s agenda makes her a far more formidable and concerning nominee than Gaetz.
While Trump praised Bondi for her work combating drug trafficking, her critics remain focused on her potential to deepen divisions within the U.S. legal system. As the nomination moves forward, the battle over her confirmation is likely to intensify.
