The House Oversight Committee has issued a subpoena to Attorney General Pam Bondi, compelling her to testify regarding the Department of Justice’s (DOJ) handling of documents related to Jeffrey Epstein. This decision, reached on March 4, 2026, reflects bipartisan concerns over the DOJ’s transparency in the Epstein investigation.
The committee’s vote was 24-19 in favor of the subpoena, with five Republicans—Reps. Nancy Mace (R-S.C.), Tim Burchett (R-Tenn.), Lauren Boebert (R-Colo.), Michael Cloud (R-Texas), and Scott Perry (R-Pa.)—joining Democrats. Rep. Mace, who introduced the motion, emphasized the need for clarity on the DOJ’s compliance with the Epstein Files Transparency Act. She stated, “The American people want answers, and so do we.” ([washingtonpost.com](https://www.washingtonpost.com/politics/2026/03/04/bondi-subpoena-epstein-files-house-committee/11eaeb26-180f-11f1-aef0-0aac8e8e94db_story.html?utm_source=openai))
Attorney General Bondi has faced criticism over the DOJ’s release of Epstein-related documents. In February 2025, the DOJ declassified and released a set of files concerning Epstein’s activities. However, these documents were heavily redacted, leading to accusations of insufficient transparency. ([justice.gov](https://www.justice.gov/opa/pr/attorney-general-pamela-bondi-releases-first-phase-declassified-epstein-files?utm_source=openai))
Further controversy arose when Bondi claimed to possess a list of Epstein’s accomplices, stating it was “sitting on my desk right now.” This assertion was later contradicted by a DOJ memo indicating no such list existed. ([en.wikipedia.org](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Pam_Bondi?utm_source=openai))
In November 2025, the Epstein Files Transparency Act was enacted, mandating the DOJ to release all documents related to Epstein’s case, excluding information that could identify victims. Despite this, lawmakers have expressed frustration over the DOJ’s pace and completeness in complying with the Act. ([foxnews.com](https://www.foxnews.com/politics/pam-bondi-faces-bipartisan-subpoena-over-frustration-dojs-release-epstein-files/?utm_source=openai))
Senator Adam Schiff (D-Calif.) has also called for Bondi to testify under oath about the DOJ’s handling of the Epstein files, highlighting concerns over potential delays and incomplete disclosures. ([schiff.senate.gov](https://www.schiff.senate.gov/news/press-releases/watch-sen-schiff-demands-pam-bondi-testify-under-oath-on-why-doj-failed-to-follow-law-release-full-epstein-files/?utm_source=openai))
The DOJ has yet to comment on the subpoena. The House Oversight Committee’s action underscores the ongoing demand for transparency and accountability in the investigation of Epstein’s network and the DOJ’s management of related information.