Summary
The U.S. Senate confirmed Jeanine Pirro, a former Fox News host and judge, as the U.S. Attorney for Washington, D.C. She takes over after President Trump withdrew his previous nominee for the position. Pirro has a background in law and has been involved in high-profile cases and legal roles.
Key Facts
- Jeanine Pirro is confirmed as the U.S. Attorney for Washington, D.C.
- She was previously a host on the Fox News show "The Five."
- Pirro replaced Ed Martin Jr., whose nomination was withdrawn.
- Martin's nomination was pulled due to his support for January 6 rioters.
- Pirro has experience as a county prosecutor and judge.
- She was involved in a lawsuit with Smartmatic USA regarding the 2020 election.
- Pirro graduated from Albany Law School in 1975.
- Her nomination went to the Senate floor after key committee votes.
