Jeanine Pirro Confirmed as D.C. U.S. Attorney After Senate Confirmation Battle

Jeanine Pirro, a former Fox News anchor and seasoned prosecutor from New York, has been officially appointed as the U.S. Attorney for the District of Columbia following a tense and partisan confirmation process in the Senate. The confirmation vote was closely contested, passing with a 50-45 majority, amidst strong opposition from Democratic senators who criticized President Trump's nomination of Pirro for the position. Having served as acting U.S. Attorney since May, Pirro expressed gratitude on social media, emphasizing her commitment to combating crime in D.C. At 73 years old, Pirro brings decades of public service experience, including 15 years as a prosecutor in Westchester County, where she became the first woman elected as district attorney in 1993. Known for her tough stance on crime and conservative advocacy, she has also been a prominent figure on television, co-hosting Fox News' "The Five." During her confirmation hearings, Pirro committed to upholding the Constitution and the rule of law, promising to work collaboratively with law enforcement agencies like the D.C. Police Union to address crime issues in the city.