Jeanine Pirro Sworn in as Interim U.S. Attorney for Washington, D.C.
Former Fox News host Jeanine Pirro begins her interim role as U.S. Attorney, tackling crime in the nation’s capital with a focus on violent offenders.
Overview
Jeanine Pirro was sworn in as interim U.S. Attorney for Washington, D.C., replacing Ed Martin. She announced sentences for a drive-by shooting and an indictment for felony assault. Pirro's appointment, lasting 120 days, has drawn both praise and scrutiny. Trump supports her as part of efforts to reduce crime in D.C., where crime rates have declined this year. Democratic lawmakers raise concerns over the legality of her interim appointment; Republicans largely support Pirro's credentials.
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Jeanine Pirro has been appointed as the interim U.S. attorney for Washington, D.C., by President Trump, regarded as qualified due to her extensive background as a former judge and district attorney.
Her first actions include the sentencing and indictment of individuals involved in violent crimes, reflecting a proactive approach to addressing crime in the nation’s capital amid concerns over rising crime rates.
While Democrats raise concerns about the legitimacy of her interim appointment without Senate input, Republican lawmakers express strong support for Pirro, citing her prosecutorial experience and alignment with Trump's law-and-order agenda.
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Jeanine Pirro has been appointed as the interim U.S. attorney for Washington, D.C., by President Trump, regarded as qualified due to her extensive background as a former judge and district attorney.
Her first actions include the sentencing and indictment of individuals involved in violent crimes, reflecting a proactive approach to addressing crime in the nation’s capital amid concerns over rising crime rates.
While Democrats raise concerns about the legitimacy of her interim appointment without Senate input, Republican lawmakers express strong support for Pirro, citing her prosecutorial experience and alignment with Trump's law-and-order agenda.
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