Trump Appoints Judge Jeanine Pirro as D.C. Attorney — Sparks Uproar
In a bold and controversial move, President Donald Trump appointed Fox News host and former prosecutor Judge Jeanine Pirro as the interim U.S. Attorney for Washington, D.C. Known for her tough-on-crime stance and fiery conservative views, Pirro’s appointment shocked many and drew intense criticism from Democrats, who see it as a strategic power play to tighten Trump’s grip on the legal system.
Trump praised Pirro as “one of the top District Attorneys in New York’s history,” calling her appointment a win for justice. But the move followed Republican Senator Thom Tillis blocking the previous nominee, Ed Martin, over his views on the January 6 Capitol riot, raising further concerns about political loyalty influencing legal roles.
Supporters hail Pirro as fearless, while critics fear she will politicize prosecutions—especially those tied to January 6. Her confirmation marks yet another moment where media, politics, and law intersect under Trump’s leadership.
As she steps into one of the most powerful legal roles in the nation, all eyes are on Pirro. Will she uphold justice fairly—or will this signal a deeper political shift in America’s legal institutions?