Washington, D.C.— Former judge and television host Jeanine Pirro has been appointed as the interim United States Attorney for the District of Columbia, a move that has drawn significant public attention and reaction across legal and media circles.
The appointment was announced by former President Donald Trump on his social media platform, where he praised Pirro for her extensive legal background and past accomplishments. Pirro, who is well known to the public through her work as a co-host on the Fox News panel showThe Five, is also a former judge and district attorney in Westchester County, New York. Trump described her as “incredibly well qualified” and “in a class by herself,” citing her reputation as one of the top legal minds to have served in public office in New York.
Fox News, Pirro’s long-time employer, acknowledged her departure and released a statement thanking her for her 14 years of contributions to the network. “Jeanine Pirro has been a wonderful addition toThe Fiveover the last three years and a longtime beloved host across FOX News Media. We wish her all the best in her new role in Washington,” a spokesperson for the network said.