Jeanine Pirro appointed as interim U.S. attorney for Washington, D.C.

SOURCE www.npr.org
Jeanine Pirro, former Fox News personality, was appointed as the interim U.S. attorney for Washington, D.C. by President Trump. She has a history of close ties to Trump and Fox News, with numerous other Fox personalities also serving in high-ranking positions in the Trump administration.

Key Points

  • Jeanine Pirro appointed as interim U.S. attorney for Washington, D.C. by President Trump
  • Numerous former Fox News personalities holding high-ranking positions in the Trump administration
  • Controversies surrounding Pirro's statements and actions, including spreading conspiracy theories about the 2020 election

Pros

  • Close relationship with President Trump
  • Experience as a county judge and district attorney

Cons

  • Controversies related to spreading conspiracy theories and false claims about the 2020 election
  • History of rebukes and suspensions by Fox News for inflammatory comments