Former Qatar Lobbyist Pam Bondi Approves Jet Deal
Bondi’s former lobbying firm is also tied to the defense contractor that will be retrofitting the luxury jet.
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Bondi’s former lobbying firm is also tied to the defense contractor that will be retrofitting the luxury jet.
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