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Jeanine Pirro to Be Sworn In as Interim U.S. Attorney for D.C., Replacing Ed Martin

President Trump appoints Pirro following Martin's resignation and reassignment, raising legal and independence concerns.

U.S. Attorney Edward R. Martin Jr. speaks at a news conference, Tuesday, May 13, 2025, in Washington. (AP Photo/Julia Demaree Nikhinson)
U.S. Attorney Edward R. Martin Jr. speaks at a news conference, Tuesday, May 13, 2025, in Washington. (AP Photo/Julia Demaree Nikhinson)
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U.S. Attorney Edward R. Martin Jr. speaks at a news conference, Tuesday, May 13, 2025, in Washington. (AP Photo/Julia Demaree Nikhinson)

Overview

  • Jeanine Pirro, former judge and Fox News host, will assume the role of interim U.S. Attorney for the District of Columbia, succeeding Ed Martin.
  • Ed Martin resigned after Senator Thom Tillis opposed his nomination due to disagreements over January 6 prosecutions, ending his confirmation prospects.
  • President Trump reassigned Martin to roles as Pardon Attorney and director of the Weaponization Working Group within the Department of Justice.
  • Pirro's appointment faces scrutiny under the Federal Vacancies Reform Act, with legal experts questioning the legality of successive interim appointments by the president.
  • Concerns have also been raised about Pirro's qualifications and independence, given her long absence from prosecutorial work and history of partisan advocacy.