Jeanine Pirro, a former Fox News host and long-time lawyer, is now the acting U.S. attorney for Washington, D.C. Her sudden switch from TV to public service has gotten a lot of attention.

Why was Jeanine Pirro appointed now?

At a ceremony held in the Oval Office on Wednesday, Jeanine Pirro sworn in as the interim U.S. attorney for Washington, D.C. after Ed Martin stepped down. Alongside President Donald Trump, U.S. Attorney General Pam Bondi administered the oath.

She made bold statements about being tough on crime. Known for her legal and media careers, Pirro pledged zero tolerance for criminals after a deadly antisemitic attack in D.C.

The co-host of "The Five" was appointed to her new position by Donald Trump earlier this month. President Trump said that her appointment was a good thing and that she would be a strong voice for safety and justice. Prior to Pirro's swearing-in, the president praised her career in the legal and media fields.

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What’s her background in law and media?

Jeanine Pirro worked as the assistant district attorney and district attorney in Westchester County, New York, and made history as the first woman to serve as a judge in Westchester County Court.

She became part of Fox News Channel in 2006 and hosted "Justice with Judge Jeanine" for 11 years before moving on to "The Five," which has become the most-watched show on cable news.

What did she say during her swearing-in?

Following the oath, Pirro stated, "We need to send a message that justice will be honored in the District of Columbia." "My voice should be heard loud and clear: No more. No more tolerance of hatred. No more mercy for criminals."

"Violence will be addressed directly with the appropriate punishment, and this city will again become a shining city on a hill in an America that President Trump has promised to make great again and will make safe again," Pirro stated, as quoted in a report by Fox News.

Pirro commented on the recent tragic incident involving the murder of two Israeli embassy staffers on the streets of Washington during her address.

She promised that justice would be served for the "cold blooded murderer" who was responsible.

At a press conference on Thursday, Jeanine Pirro, the interim U.S. attorney for the District of Washington, announced charges against a man who is suspected of shooting two Israeli embassy employees in Washington, D.C., on Wednesday night.

FAQs

Who is Jeanine Pirro??
She is a former judge, prosecutor, and Fox News host who is now the interim United States Attorney for the District of Columbia.

Why did Donald Trump praise Pirro?
Donald Trump admires her tough stance on crime and strong media presence, referring to her as a "voice for justice."