Jeanine Pirro was confirmed by the Senate as the US attorney general for Washington, DC, with a vote of 50-45. This appointment follows President Trump's decision to withdraw the nomination of Edward Martin Jr. due to concerns about his past support for those involved in the January 6 Capitol riot. Pirro has a background as a county prosecutor and judge, and she gained prominence as a television host on Fox News. Her political history includes previous campaigns for legislative positions and authorship of several books highlighting her views on political issues.
Jeanine Pirro was confirmed as the top federal prosecutor for Washington, DC, after a 50-45 vote in the Senate, succeeding Edward Martin Jr.
Pirro's confirmation follows President Trump's withdrawal of Martin’s nomination due to concerns over his support for the January 6 Capitol rioters.
Before becoming acting US attorney for the District of Columbia, Pirro was known for co-hosting the Fox News show The Five and had a successful legal career.
Pirro has a history in politics, having previously run unsuccessfully for the US Senate and New York attorney general, and authored several books including one against the Anti-Trump conspiracy.
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