Trump Appoints Jeanine Pirro as Interim U.S. Attorney for D.C., Ed Martin to DOJ
President Donald Trump has announced the appointment of Judge Jeanine Pirro as the interim U.S. Attorney for Washington, D.C., and Ed Martin to a new role within the Department of Justice.
In a significant move, President Donald Trump has appointed Judge Jeanine Pirro, a former Fox News host, as the interim U.S. Attorney for Washington, D.C. Trump made the announcement on his social media platform, Truth Social, praising Pirro’s qualifications and past achievements. “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,” Trump stated, highlighting her extensive experience in the legal field.
Pirro, who left her role at Fox News to take up this new position, has a distinguished career in law. She previously served as an assistant district attorney and district attorney in New York’s Westchester County, and was the first woman to serve as a judge in Westchester County Court. Her transition from media to a key legal role in the nation’s capital marks a significant shift in her career.
In addition to Pirro’s appointment, Trump also announced that Ed Martin, the previous interim U.S. attorney in D.C., will transition to the Department of Justice. Martin will take on multiple roles, including Director of the Weaponization Working Group, Associate Deputy Attorney General, and Pardon Attorney. Trump emphasized Martin’s new responsibilities, stating, “In these highly important roles, Ed will make sure we finally investigate the Weaponization of our Government under the Biden Regime, and provide much needed Justice for its victims.”
These appointments come after Trump withdrew Martin’s nomination for the U.S. attorney position in D.C. due to insufficient support in the Senate. Trump’s decision to replace Martin was influenced by a looming deadline, as federal district court judges could appoint an interim U.S. attorney if the Senate failed to confirm a nominee within 120 days.
The appointments of Pirro and Martin reflect Trump’s ongoing efforts to shape the legal landscape in Washington, D.C., and address what he perceives as critical issues within the government.