Trump names Fox News host Jeanine Pirro as top DC federal prosecutor

Donald Trump has named Jeanine Pirro, a Fox News host and former state-level prosecutor, as the interim US attorney for the District of Columbia following complications with his initial pick. Despite Ed Martin being appointed but later withdrawn due to his confrontational style, Pirro’s background as a loyal Trump supporter could help avoid further political tension. However, her past controversial comments about the 2020 election and ties to Fox News have drawn criticism, raising questions about whether she’ll win Senate confirmation or face Trump’s influence in choosing someone else.