Jimmy Kimmel Mocks Attorney General Pam Bondi as 'Crazed Dance Mom' During Fiery Epstein Hearing
Late-night television host Jimmy Kimmel launched a scathing critique of Attorney General Pam Bondi's performance during a marathon congressional hearing, comparing her demeanor to that of a 'crazed dance mom'. The fiery exchange occurred during a House Judiciary Committee session focused on the Department of Justice's handling of files related to convicted sex offender Jeffrey Epstein.
Kimmel's Scathing Late-Night Commentary
During his Wednesday evening broadcast, Kimmel vividly described Bondi's conduct. 'She's shouting like a crazed dance mom, berating Democrats for giving her chubby daughter a low score,' Kimmel quipped to his audience. The comedian expanded on his characterization, noting, 'This is the kind of woman who, if you lived next door to her, you'd move. You wouldn't even argue with her. You'd just relocate and never go back to the block.'
The hearing, which took place in the Rayburn House Office Building on February 11, 2026, saw Bondi grilled for hours about her department's management of Epstein-related documents. Her combative approach drew criticism from across the political spectrum, from Hollywood entertainment shows to conservative media voices.
Conservative Critics Join the Fray
Conservative radio host Erick Erickson argued forcefully that Bondi should lose her position. Referring to a clip where Bondi discussed stock market performance instead of addressing questions about Epstein prosecutions, Erickson wrote, 'When the Attorney General of the United States is asked why she has prosecuted no one related to Jeffrey Epstein, and this is her answer, she should be fired or resign.' He added pessimistically, 'But neither will happen, which is another reason the Democrats are going to have a good election year.'
Pro-Trump voices also expressed dissatisfaction with Bondi's performance. Kyle Rittenhouse, the Second Amendment activist acquitted after shooting two men during a 2020 Wisconsin protest, called for Bondi's resignation on social media, suggesting Harmeet Dhillon as a replacement. Podcaster Tim Pool criticized the hearing's tone, stating, 'Man, we are a nation of adult children. I think they've miserably handled the Epstein files. I don't think we're serviced as the American people by this kind of yelling.' Pool did praise Congressmen Ro Khanna and Thomas Massie, sponsors of the Epstein Transparency Act, for their legislative efforts.
Bondi's Controversial Hearing Performance
During the intense session, Bondi traded barbs with numerous Democratic committee members. She branded Democratic Representative Jamie Raskin 'a loser' and accused Republican Thomas Massie of suffering from 'Trump Derangement Syndrome'. Her comments about the stock market generated particular attention and online mockery.
At one point, Bondi pivoted from Epstein questions to tout economic achievements, stating, 'They are talking about Epstein today. This has been around since the Obama administration... The Dow is over $50,000 right now… Americans' 401(k)s and retirement savings are booming. That's what we should be talking about.' This remark about the Dow Jones Industrial Average sparked widespread ridicule beyond typical political commentary circles.
Political Reactions and Support
Republican Florida gubernatorial candidate James Fishback left no ambiguity about his position, writing, 'Pam Bondi is a national embarrassment.' Despite the barrage of criticism, Bondi retained support from at least one prominent figure. Former President Donald Trump praised her performance on Truth Social, posting, 'AG Pam Bondi, under intense fire from the Trump Deranged Radical Left Lunatics, was fantastic at yesterday's Hearing on the never ending saga of Jeffrey Epstein.'
The hearing highlighted deep divisions over the Epstein case handling while showcasing Bondi's unapologetically confrontational style, which alienated critics across the ideological spectrum while earning praise from her most powerful political ally.
