Key Facts
• On August 2, 2025, the U.S. Senate approved Jeanine Pirro’s appointment as Attorney General of Washington, D.C. with a 50-45 vote.
• Pirro, a former FOX News host and judge, was nominated by President Donald Trump in May 2025.
• Before this role, Pirro co-hosted FOX News programs “The Five” and “Fox & Friends Weekend.”
• She joins other former FOX News hosts in government roles, including Pete Hegseth (Defense Secretary) and Sean Duffy (Transportation Secretary).
• Pirro, a former district attorney in Westchester County, New York, is known for her strong conservative stance.
• She authored several books, including the 2018 pro-Trump publication “Liars, Leakers, and Liberals.”
• Pirro faced defamation lawsuits after promoting baseless conspiracy theories about the 2020 U.S. presidential election.
• FOX News settled a lawsuit with Dominion Voting Systems for $800 million over false election claims.
Summary
Jeanine Pirro, a former FOX News host and judge, has been appointed as the Attorney General of Washington, D.C., following Senate approval on August 2, 2025. Nominated by President Donald Trump, Pirro is part of a trend of conservative media figures transitioning into government roles. Known for her staunch support of Trump, she has authored several books and faced legal challenges over election-related conspiracy theories. Her appointment highlights the continued influence of right-wing media personalities in U.S. politics.
