Senate Confirms Judge Jeanine Pirro as U.S. Attorney for D.C.

The Senate delivered a strong affirmation of President Trump's vision for justice on August 2, 2025, confirming Judge Jeanine Pirro as U.S. Attorney for the District of Columbia by a 50-45 vote. Republicans united in support, while Democrats opposed, highlighting the partisan divide but underscoring Pirro's role in restoring integrity to federal prosecutions in the nation's capital. This confirmation positions her to tackle corruption head-on, drawing on her proven track record of tough, principled law enforcement.

Pirro's journey to this pivotal role is rooted in decades of groundbreaking legal service. Born in Elmira, New York, in 1951, she earned her law degree from Albany Law School in 1975 and immediately dove into prosecution as an Assistant District Attorney in Westchester County. There, she shattered barriers as the first woman to prosecute murder cases and established the nation's inaugural domestic violence unit in a prosecutor's office, championing victims' rights and delivering justice for the vulnerable.

In 1990, Pirro made history again as the first female elected judge in Westchester County Court, where she presided with unwavering firmness, earning respect for her no-nonsense approach to crime. Her trailblazing continued in 1994 when she became Westchester County's first female District Attorney, serving three terms until 2005. During her tenure, she cracked down on violent offenders, implemented innovative programs to protect families, and built a reputation as a relentless fighter against corruption and injustice.

Pirro's political ambitions reflected her commitment to strong leadership; she ran for New York Attorney General in 2006, though she withdrew amid challenges, and explored other races, always advocating for law and order. Her expertise extended to authorship, with books like "Liars, Leakers, and Liberals" exposing deep state threats and defending American values.

Transitioning to media, Pirro hosted the courtroom show "Judge Jeanine Pirro" from 2008 to 2011, bringing real justice to television. At Fox News, starting in 2011 with "Justice with Judge Jeanine," she became a voice for truth, holding the powerful accountable and supporting President Trump's fight against rigged systems. Now a co-host on "The Five," her insights continue to expose hypocrisy and champion patriotism.

With over 30 years in law enforcement, Pirro is far more than a media figure—she's a proven prosecutor, judge, and defender of the rule of law, perfectly equipped to lead the D.C. U.S. Attorney's office in draining the swamp and ensuring equal justice.