Jeanine Pirro has been confirmed as the top federal prosecutor for Washington, D.C., filling the position after President Trump withdrew his first pick, Ed Martin. The Senate approved Pirro's nomination 50-45. Before her confirmation, she served as the acting U.S. Attorney since May and previously co-hosted a Fox News show. Unlike Martin, Pirro has extensive courtroom experience as a former judge and district attorney. Additionally, a libel lawsuit against Fox News by Smartmatic USA involves Pirro, alleging false claims about election fraud, with a $2.7 billion demand.
Jeanine Pirro has been confirmed as the top federal prosecutor for Washington, D.C., after President Trump withdrew Ed Martin's nomination due to concerns over Martin's past statements.
Pirro served as the acting U.S. Attorney for the District of Columbia since May, having previously co-hosted "The Five" on Fox News where she often interviewed Trump.
Pirro possesses significant courtroom experience as a former judge and elected district attorney, unlike her predecessor Martin who had never tried a case.
A libel suit against Fox News by Smartmatic USA alleges that Pirro and others spread false claims regarding the 2020 presidential election, demanding $2.7 billion.
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