Jeanine Pirro was sworn in as interim U.S. attorney for Washington, D.C., pledging zero tolerance for crime and promising swift justice.

New Prosecutorial Era Begins in Nation's Capital

Jeanine Pirro officially assumed her new role as the interim U.S. attorney for Washington, D.C., during a ceremony in the Oval Office on Wednesday. The oath of office was administered by U.S. Attorney General Pam Bondi, with President Donald Trump present at the event.

Pirro steps into the role following the resignation of Ed Martin, President Trump’s initial appointee for the position. Her appointment marks a notable shift in the Justice Department’s approach to law enforcement in the capital, particularly amid growing concerns about crime and public safety.

“We need to send a message that justice will be honored in the District of Columbia,” Pirro declared. “My voice should be heard loud and clear: No more. No more tolerance of hatred. No more mercy for criminals.”

She further vowed that all violence in the city would be addressed directly and punished appropriately. “This city will again become a shining city on a hill in an America that President Trump has promised to make great again and will make safe again,” she stated.

From Courtroom to Capital

Pirro brings decades of legal experience to her new role. She previously served as both assistant district attorney and district attorney in Westchester County, New York, and was the first woman to be appointed as a judge in the Westchester County Court.

At her swearing-in, Pirro referenced the recent murders of two Israeli embassy staffers in Washington, vowing that justice would be served. She condemned the “cold-blooded murderer” responsible and emphasized her intent to pursue accountability without delay.

Pirro’s legal background is expected to shape a hardline prosecutorial stance in one of the nation's most scrutinized jurisdictions. Her arrival is seen as part of a broader effort by the Trump administration to restore law and order and reinforce confidence in the judicial process across the country.

Her transition into the Justice Department concludes her previous media career, where she spent years providing legal commentary and public analysis. President Trump acknowledged her contributions to public discourse and praised her legal acumen during the Oval Office event.

With Pirro at the helm, Washington, D.C. enters a new chapter marked by strong rhetoric, a zero-tolerance mandate, and a high-profile commitment to law enforcement leadership.