Jeanine Pirro Abruptly Exits Fox News After Trump Taps Her for Powerful D.C. Prosecutor Role
In a headline-making announcement that’s already sending shockwaves through Washington, former President Donald Trump declared Thursday that Judge Jeanine Pirro will serve as the Interim U.S. Attorney for the District of Columbia.
Pirro, a fiery Fox News co-host and former New York district attorney, was praised by Trump as “incredibly well qualified” and “one of the top district attorneys in the history of New York.”
“She is in a class by herself. Congratulations Jeanine!” Trump wrote on Truth Social, where he made the surprise reveal.
The appointment marks a dramatic return to legal power for Pirro—one that instantly ended her 14-year run at Fox News. The network confirmed her departure shortly after Trump’s announcement.
“Jeanine Pirro has been a wonderful addition to The Five over the last three years and a beloved host across FOX News Media,” a spokesperson said. “We wish her all the best in her new role in Washington.”
Pirro’s move is expected to ignite both celebration and controversy, as critics and supporters alike weigh the implications of her re-entry into the justice system—this time in one of the most politically sensitive jurisdictions in the country.
