Senate Confirms Jeanine Pirro as D.C. U.S. Attorney Amid Controversy and Legal Battles

The Senate has confirmed Jeanine Pirro as the United States Attorney for the District of Columbia in a sharply divided 50-45 vote, placing a polarizing figure with deep political ties at the helm of federal prosecutions in America’s capital. This appointment comes after President Donald Trump withdrew his initial choice amid bipartisan concerns and highlights ongoing tensions over politicization within the Justice Department.Is Political Loyalty Replacing Judicial Independence?Pirro’s career trajectory—from elected county judge and district attorney in New York to conservative media personality—raises critical questions about her suitability to lead one of the most sensitive federal prosecutorial offices. While she...