Washington D.C., USA:
Former U.S. Attorney General Pam Bondi has been entrusted with a significant new responsibility by President Donald Trump. She has been appointed to the President’s Council of Advisors on Science and Technology (PCAST), a key advisory body, just one month after her departure from the Department of Justice.
New Role in the AI Advisory Panel
In her new capacity, Bondi will contribute to shaping Artificial Intelligence (AI) policy. The PCAST panel is chaired by former White House AI advisor David Sacks and White House science advisor Michael Kratsios. The committee features an elite lineup of tech industry leaders, including Meta CEO Mark Zuckerberg, Nvidia co-founder Jensen Huang, and Oracle co-founder Larry Ellison. Bondi’s primary mandate will be to facilitate coordination between government entities and the tech titans serving on the panel. Additionally, she has been appointed to a newly created advisory position concerning national infrastructure.
Health Status Update
Recent media reports have confirmed that shortly after her tenure at the Justice Department concluded, Pam Bondi was diagnosed with thyroid cancer. According to reports, she has undergone treatment and is currently on a positive path to recovery. Katie Miller, Deputy Chief of Staff at the White House, publicly lauded her resilience on social media.
Political Career and Background
Pam Bondi has been a trusted ally of the Trump administration. She was sworn in as the 87th U.S. Attorney General on February 5, 2025. Previously, she made history by serving as Florida’s first female Attorney General from 2011 to 2019. With over 18 years of experience in the legal sector, Bondi is highly regarded for her extensive background as a career prosecutor.
Disclaimer: This news report is based on publicly available media reports and official statements. As information regarding official appointments and personal health status can evolve, please rely on official White House communiqués for the most accurate and up-to-date details.
