President Donald Trump has named Fox News host Jeanine Pirro acting U.S. attorney for Washington, D.C., one of the most important prosecutorial positions in the country.
Pirro is currently a co-host of Fox News’ most-watched show, the afternoon program The Five, after previously hosting a weekend show Justice with Judge Jeanine.
Pirro was previously a judge and later a district attorney in Westchester County, New York, just north of New York City.
“I am pleased to announce that Judge Jeanine Pirro will be appointed interim United States Attorney for the District of Columbia,” Trump posted. “Jeanine is incredibly well qualified for this position, and is considered one of the Top District Attorneys in the History of the State of New York. She is in a class by herself.”
In a statement shared with The Hollywood Reporter, a Fox News Media spokesperson said, “Jeanine Pirro has been a wonderful addition to The Five over the last three years and a longtime beloved host across FOX News Media who contributed greatly to our success throughout her 14-year tenure.”
“We wish her all the best in her new role in Washington,” the statement concluded.
Earlier this year, fellow former Fox News host and military veteran Pete Hegseth was named the nation’s defense secretary. Like Hegseth, Pirro is exiting Fox effective immediately to assume her new role.
