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Three more Democratic lawmakers—Jason Crow, Maggie Goodlander and Chrissy Houlahan—say federal prosecutors are investigating them after appearing in a video urging service members to resist illegal orders; inquiries come from U.S. Attorney Jeanine Pirro’s office and the FBI’s counterterrorism division, with Senator Elissa Slotkin having disclosed a related inquiry earlier.
White House officials blame DC U.S. Attorney Jeanine Pirro for blindsiding them with a criminal probe into Fed Chair Jerome Powell, triggering a high-stakes damage-control push, Trump’s public pushback, and Republican skepticism, while Powell confirms subpoenas and the administration weighs how the inquiry could affect the timeline for a new Fed chair and cast doubt on the Fed’s independence.
DC U.S. Attorney Jeanine Pirro blasted Fed Chair Jerome Powell on Hannity, saying 'no one is above the law' as prosecutors open a probe into Powell’s congressional testimony about the Fed’s renovation project; Powell calls the move unprecedented and denies wrongdoing; no charges have been filed, and the case arrives as leaders at the Fed risk scrutiny amid presidential discussions of Powell’s replacement.
U.S. Attorney Jeanine Pirro's office instructed D.C. federal prosecutors not to pursue felony charges for carrying rifles or shotguns, a shift from previous policies, citing conflicts with D.C. law and Supreme Court rulings, while continuing to target illegal firearm possession and related crimes.
U.S. Attorney Jeanine Pirro has instructed her prosecutors in Washington D.C. to maximize criminal charges against street arrests, emphasizing charging the highest supported crimes, amid an influx of federal agents and a push to increase federal prosecutions in the city.
Jeanine Pirro, a former TV personality and Trump ally, has taken on the role of U.S. attorney in Washington amid controversy over her approach to law enforcement and her involvement in the Trump administration's efforts to take control of local law enforcement, facing challenges such as staff departures and political pressures.
The Senate confirmed former Fox News host Jeanine Pirro as the U.S. Attorney for Washington, D.C., after President Trump withdrew his initial pick, Ed Martin Jr., amid controversy. Pirro, with extensive courtroom experience, was sworn in during a White House ceremony, filling the top federal prosecutor role in the capital.
The US Senate confirmed former Fox News host Jeanine Pirro as the top federal prosecutor for Washington, DC, after President Trump withdrew his initial pick, amid a background of her media career, political attempts, and legal controversies.
The Senate confirmed former Fox News host Jeanine Pirro as U.S. Attorney for Washington DC along party lines, with her appointment supported by Trump and opposed by Democrats, continuing a trend of rewarding Trump allies with high-profile government positions.
The Senate confirmed Jeanine Pirro, a Fox News personality and Trump loyalist, as U.S. Attorney for the District of Columbia in a 50-45 vote, after she had been serving in an acting capacity since May. Her confirmation follows the appointment of other Trump-aligned officials and is part of the broader political landscape surrounding the Trump administration. Pirro's nomination was less contested than her predecessor's, and her appointment was praised by Trump.
The Senate Judiciary Committee is scheduled to vote on July 17 on controversial nominees Emil Bove and Jeanine Pirro, amid opposition and scrutiny over their backgrounds and connections to Trump. Meanwhile, other political developments include plans for additional legislative bills, federal funding cuts to clean energy programs, and ongoing investigations into President Biden's administration, reflecting a busy and contentious political landscape.
Jeanine Pirro, a former Fox News host and supporter of Donald Trump, has been appointed as the interim U.S. attorney for D.C., marking her transition from media to federal government, with a background of political involvement and close ties to Trump.
Jeanine Pirro was sworn in as the interim U.S. attorney for D.C., promising to address violence and improve safety in the city, with support from President Trump who emphasized restoring law and order.
Fox News host Jessica Tarlov countered co-host Jeanine Pirro's claim that former President Donald Trump is "not afraid of anything," pointing out that Trump is facing 88 felony charges and has expressed concerns about potential convictions. The exchange occurred during a discussion about Trump's recent characterization of President Joe Biden as a "threat to democracy." Tarlov highlighted Trump's efforts to overturn the 2020 election and suggested that he is "definitely afraid" of the legal consequences.
Fox News host Jeanine Pirro blamed immigrants and crime for Donald Trump's difficulty in securing an appeal bond for his civil bank fraud fine, claiming that New York City is "crime-ridden" and "about to go bankrupt" because of immigrants. Pirro also criticized New York Attorney General Letitia James and called her "trashy" for her actions against Trump. Meanwhile, former Trump White House economic adviser Larry Kudlow asked Shark Tank's Kevin O'Leary to loan Trump the money, but O'Leary dodged the question and called for the Supreme Court to get involved.