AG Bondi deflects questions about Tom Homan, Epstein files in Senate hearing

Alleged Bribery Scheme Investigation - An FBI investigation in 2024 revealed that Tom Homan allegedly offered to secure federal contracts in exchange for cash, accepting $50,000 in an undercover sting [3] - The investigation into Homan was reportedly stalled and shut down after Trump appointees entered the Department of Justice and the FBI [4][5] - Questions remain regarding the $50,000, including whether Homan kept it or reported it on his taxes [6] - The $50,000 was government money used in the undercover operation [8] DOJ Controversies and Ethical Concerns - Concerns are raised about potential top-down pressure from Trump regarding who to investigate within the DOJ [6] - Allegations of ethical misconduct against prosecutors, including directing subordinates not to follow court orders, are under investigation [13] - An attorney general nominee allegedly directed subordinates not to follow court orders, raising ethical concerns [13] Impact on National Security and Law Enforcement - Concerns are raised that national security leads and cases may be overlooked due to resource diversion within the DOJ [21] - Resources and personnel are reportedly being reassigned from counterterrorism to immigration-related measures [20] - The diversion of resources may lead to missed opportunities in preventing domestic and international terrorism plots [21][22] Suspicious Activity Reports (SARs) - There were 100 SARs (Suspicious Activity Reports) related to Jeffrey Epstein filed by banks and financial institutions [9] - Questions are raised about the investigation and findings of these SARs, which predate Epstein's prosecution [10]