A viral meme falsely claimed U.S. Attorney General Pam Bondi said, “If you feel the need to talk to six-year-olds about sexuality, you’re not a teacher… you’re a predator.” The quote originated from a Facebook page called “Reagan Was Right,” part of the satirical network America’s Last Line of Defense, which clearly labels its content as fictional and humorous.
Despite the quote’s widespread circulation and serious tone, no credible news outlet has reported Bondi making such a statement. The meme included disclaimers such as “nothing on this page is real” and a satire rating label, but many users still interpreted the post as factual, fueling misinformation on platforms like Facebook and Instagram.
The timing of the meme followed Bondi’s public appearance related to Operation Restore Justice, a DOJ initiative targeting child predators. However, no comments remotely resembling the viral quote were made during that press conference or in official records, affirming the statement’s satirical origins.
