Attorney Lindsey Halligan has refuted claims suggesting that she coordinated with former Florida Attorney General Pam Bondi’s Department of Justice over the recent indictment involving New York Attorney General Letitia James. The allegations, which surfaced on social media and were amplified by several online commentators, implied that Halligan played a behind-the-scenes role in influencing federal actions related to the case.
In a statement released on Friday, Halligan described the reports as “entirely false and politically motivated,” stressing that she had no communication or collaboration with any officials from the Department of Justice or Pam Bondi regarding Letitia James. “I categorically deny any involvement or coordination of any kind. These claims are baseless fabrications intended to mislead the public and damage reputations,” she said.
Halligan, a Florida-based attorney known for her work on high-profile legal cases, emphasized that her professional record speaks for itself and that she remains committed to upholding the rule of law. She accused certain political actors and media outlets of deliberately spreading misinformation to score partisan points and distract from the substantive legal issues at hand. “It is unfortunate that false narratives are being weaponized in the public space to fuel division and confusion,” she added.
Meanwhile, representatives of Pam Bondi also dismissed the speculation, stating that Bondi’s office had no dealings or correspondence with Halligan concerning the New York Attorney General. A spokesperson clarified that Bondi, who left office in 2019, has had no formal role in any ongoing federal or state proceedings involving Letitia James. “There was no collaboration or coordination. These stories are entirely inaccurate,” the statement read.
Legal analysts have noted that the controversy underscores the growing politicization of legal processes in the United States, where public opinion often shapes perceptions of justice and accountability. They urged restraint from spreading unverified claims, warning that misinformation could undermine trust in the judicial system.
Observers say the unsubstantiated reports appear to have originated from partisan blogs before spreading widely on social media. Several fact-checking platforms have since debunked the claims, confirming that there is no evidence linking Halligan or Bondi’s former office to any prosecutorial actions involving Letitia James.
As the situation unfolds, Halligan has urged the public to rely on credible sources for information and avoid falling for politically charged narratives. She reaffirmed her commitment to ethical legal practice and called for greater accountability from those who spread false and defamatory statements.
