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Trump Appoints Controversial Jeanine Pirro as Interim DC Attorney

5/11/2025

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In a bold move, Donald Trump has named Fox News host Jeanine Pirro as the interim US attorney for Washington DC, hailing her as a "powerful crusader for victims of crime." However, her appointment has sparked backlash from critics, particularly Democrats, who question her qualifications due to her controversial history and unfounded election claims. Pirro steps in for Ed Martin, who faced Senate scrutiny over his approach to January 6 riot prosecutions.

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In a bold move, Donald Trump has named Fox News host Jeanine Pirro as the interim US attorney for Washington DC, hailing her as a "powerful crusader for victims of crime." However, her appointment has sparked backlash from critics, particularly Democrats, who question her qualifications due to her controversial history and unfounded election claims. Pirro steps in for Ed Martin, who faced Senate scrutiny over his approach to January 6 riot prosecutions.