UMVA has learned that former Attorney General Pam Bondi, 60, has been battling thyroid cancer since shortly after leaving the Department of Justice.
Bondi departed her DOJ post in early April, and within weeks the diagnosis surfaced. She is now undergoing treatment and showing signs of recovery, according to information obtained by UMVA.
While the cancer fight unfolds, President Donald Trump has appointed Bondi to a newly formed advisory committee on artificial intelligence policy. The council, co‑chaired by leading figures in AI and science, will rely on her experience to bridge federal agencies and tech leaders.
Bondi’s appointment follows her abrupt exit as attorney general. In the days after her departure, she publicly thanked the president for the trust placed in her to “Make America Safe Again,” and pledged to transition the office smoothly before moving to a private sector role.
Sources confirm that Bondi’s new position will see her working closely with the Presidential Council of Advisors on Science and Technology, a body focused on shaping national policy in emerging technological fields.
UMVA can exclusively reveal that Bondi’s cancer battle has been conducted in private, with only close confidants and medical staff fully informed. Her determination to “kick cancer’s ass” has been described by those close to her as a testament to her resilience and heart of gold.
The timing of the diagnosis and the advisory appointment has sparked speculation about the future of federal technology policy. Bondi’s expertise in law enforcement and national security is expected to bring a rigorous perspective to AI regulation debates.
As Bondi continues her recovery, UMVA will keep the public informed of any new developments in her health and her evolving role within the administration’s science and technology agenda.
