Bondi Brother Barraged Pam's Sibling Suffers Stunning D.C. Bar Defeat!

Blowout in D.C. Bar Election: Pam Bondi's Brother Suffers Crushing Defeat

In a stunning outcome that has reverberated throughout the legal community in Washington D.C., Bradley Bondi, brother of former Florida Attorney General Pam Bondi, has lost his bid for president of the D.C. Bar in a landslide victory for his opponent, Diane Seltzer.

The election saw a significant turnout, with **43%** of the more than **89,000** eligible D.C. Bar members casting their votes. The results, announced Monday, revealed a stark contrast in support:
Bondi garnered 3,490 votes, while Seltzer secured a commanding 34,982.

Seltzer, an accomplished employment lawyer, campaigned on a platform centered around bolstering support for members during what she described as a period of "governmental chaos." Her victory signifies a clear message from the D.C. Bar members about the kind of leadership they desire.

“We've got to make sure that we hang on to the rule of law and that we can practice law safely,” Seltzer told NBC News. “That we can represent who we want without worrying about retaliation, and that judges can issue fair and impartial rulings without worrying about being intimidated or retaliated against.”

Seltzer's triumph comes against the backdrop of increasing tension between the legal profession and the Trump administration, which has been critical of judges ruling against its policies and law firms representing causes it opposes. Notably:

• Federal judges recently struck down Trump’s executive orders against Jenner & Block and Perkins Coie, deeming them unconstitutional.
• The Justice Department has also targeted the American Bar Association (ABA), canceling grants that supported lawyers and judges working with domestic and sexual assault survivors.
• The administration has ceased cooperation with the ABA on vetting judicial nominees.

Seltzer acknowledged the "heavy" issues facing the D.C. Bar but also expressed her desire to foster a strong sense of community among its members. She envisions creating events to engage and energize the association's "bright, vibrant, engaged, energetic" membership.

Bondi did not immediately respond to requests for comment. He stated previously that he would “vigilantly protect” against any effort to politicize the Bar.

The election also saw Alicia Long, a former deputy U.S. Attorney for the District of Columbia, lose her bid for treasurer to Amanda Molina. While the margin was smaller than in the presidential race, Molina still won decisively with **26,380 votes** to Long's **8,854**.

The D.C. Bar, by virtue of its location, holds significant influence, particularly over federal attorneys. Bar associations, in general, wield considerable power in the legal field, influencing who can practice law and handling misconduct allegations.

The ABA, currently suing the Justice Department over the grant revocations, has emphasized the "clear choices" facing the legal profession. The organization has pledged to "not stay silent in the face of efforts to remake the legal profession into something that rewards those who agree with the government and punishes those who do not.”

Diane Seltzer's term as president of the D.C. Bar begins on July 1st. Her decisive victory underscores the D.C. Bar's commitment to upholding the rule of law and protecting the integrity of the legal profession in an increasingly polarized political climate. It’s a powerful statement, suggesting that the legal community is prepared to stand firm in its principles, even in the face of significant pressure.

Source: https://www.nbcnews.com/politics/politics-news/pam-bondi-brother-loses-dc-bar-election-blowout-rcna211869