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Trump Appoints Jeanine Pirro as Interim D.C. Prosecutor, Reassigns Ed Martin to DOJ Roles

The move follows the withdrawal of Martin's controversial nomination and highlights Trump's reliance on interim appointments to bypass Senate scrutiny.

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Jeanine Pirro at Fox Square on Dec. 9, 2021 in New York.
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Overview

  • Jeanine Pirro, a former judge and Fox News host, has been named interim U.S. Attorney for Washington, D.C., replacing Ed Martin.
  • President Trump withdrew Ed Martin's nomination after significant opposition from Senate Republicans, led by Sen. Thom Tillis.
  • Martin has been reassigned to lead the DOJ's new Weaponization Working Group and serve as U.S. Pardon Attorney, overseeing pardon petitions, including those of high-profile figures like ex-Rep. George Santos.
  • Critics argue Pirro's appointment prioritizes loyalty to Trump over recent prosecutorial experience, raising concerns about further politicization of the D.C. U.S. Attorney’s office.
  • The Weaponization Working Group, established by Attorney General Pam Bondi, is tasked with reviewing Special Counsel Jack Smith’s investigations and alleged prosecutorial overreach related to January 6.