Former US Attorney General Pam Bondi diagnosed with cancer

May 27, 2026

Pam Bondi, the 60-year-old former US Attorney General who was dismissed from her position last month by President Trump, has been diagnosed with thyroid cancer and recently underwent surgery. Despite her health challenges, she continues to work and has been appointed to the White House's Presidential Council of Advisors on Science and Technology, a newly formed AI advisory group featuring prominent tech industry leaders. Her departure marks her as the fourth Trump cabinet member to leave office this year, joining Kristi Noem, Lori Chavez-DeRemer, and Tulsi Gabbard.

Who is affected

Pam Bondi (former US Attorney General, diagnosed with thyroid cancer)
President Donald Trump and his administration
Vice-President JD Vance
Members of the Presidential Council of Advisors on Science and Technology (PCAST), including Sergey Brin, Mark Zuckerberg, Larry Ellison, and Jensen Huang
House Oversight Committee members
Democratic lawmakers criticizing the Epstein files handling
Other departed Trump cabinet members: Kristi Noem, Lori Chavez-DeRemer, and Tulsi Gabbard

What action is being taken

Bondi is undergoing treatment for thyroid cancer
Bondi is continuing to work despite her diagnosis
Bondi is joining the Presidential Council of Advisors on Science and Technology

Why it matters

This matters because it involves a high-profile former government official who served as America's top law enforcement officer facing a serious health challenge while transitioning to a new advisory role. The high survival rate for thyroid cancer (over 98%) suggests a positive prognosis, but her continued involvement in government work demonstrates her ongoing influence in the Trump administration. Additionally, her upcoming testimony on the controversial Epstein files handling adds significance to her story, as it involves accountability for decisions made during her tenure at the Department of Justice.

What's next

Bondi is scheduled to testify before the House Oversight Committee on Friday over her handling of the Epstein files

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