The Trump administration denied reports of a feud between Attorney General Pam Bondi and FBI Deputy Director Dan Bongino over the handling of Jeffrey Epstein files. Deputy Attorney General Todd Blanche refuted claims that Bongino took a day off in protest of Bondi’s transparency, stating that he, Bongino, and FBI Director Kash Patel all signed off on the joint DOJ-FBI memo declaring no “files” existed related to Epstein.

Conservative commentator Laura Loomer had alleged Bongino’s frustration and lack of transparency from Bondi, sparking media coverage. Loomer also questioned why the memo was unsigned and claimed the FBI wanted to release more information but was blocked by Bondi’s DOJ.

Despite internal criticism, a senior White House official told Axios that President Trump supports Bondi. The official emphasized that Trump “loves Pam and thinks she’s great,” countering some of the negative chatter from Trump aides.

Meanwhile, Sen. Chris Van Hollen (D-Md.) introduced a Senate amendment to preserve all Epstein-related records and require a detailed report on the case’s handling. The amendment passed unanimously in the Appropriations Committee, aiming to ensure transparency amid public skepticism about a possible cover-up.

Separately, journalist Michael Wolff revealed Epstein’s final message hours before his death, saying he was “still hanging around.” This revelation adds to the ongoing intrigue surrounding Epstein’s case and the many unanswered questions that persist.