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The Justice Department has closed its investigation into Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell regarding headquarters renovation cost overruns. This move removes a hurdle for Kevin Warsh's confirmation as Fed chair. The probe's closure allows scrutiny to continue through the Inspector General's office, with potential for criminal investigation restart if warranted.

American President, Donald Trump, appointed Jeanine Pirro as the interim top federal prosecutor for Washington, D.C. Pirro's career includes being Westchester County District Attorney and a Fox News legal analyst. She authored 'Liars, Leakers, and Liberals'. Pirro also hosted Fox News' Justice with Judge Jeanine. She divorced Albert Pirro in 2013. Now, she assumes the role of Interim U.S. Read more below!

On May 8, 2025, President Trump appointed Jeanine Pirro as the interim U.S. Attorney for Washington, D.C., succeeding Ed Martin Jr. Pirro, a former Westchester County District Attorney and Fox News host, brings extensive legal and media experience to the role. Trump praised Pirro as a "powerful crusader for victims of crime."

Jeanine Pirro, a Fox News personality and staunch Trump loyalist, has been confirmed as the US Attorney for the District of Columbia by the Senate. The 50-45 vote cemented Trump's provisional appointment from May. Pirro, a former Westchester County district attorney, transitioned to television and is known for her outspoken commentary.

Jeanine Pirro is set to lead the largest U.S. Attorney's office on an interim basis after Ed Martin Jr.'s nomination was withdrawn. Trump praised Pirro's qualifications, highlighting her history as a top New York district attorney. Pirro's personal life, including her divorce from Albert Pirro Jr. in 2013 following his tax fraud conviction and subsequent pardon, has also garnered attention.

Jeanine Pirro, the former Fox News host, is nearing confirmation as the top federal prosecutor for Washington D.C., after the Senate Judiciary Committee advanced her nomination. Democrats boycotted the vote, citing concerns about her close ties to President Trump and past controversial statements. Her nomination has sparked concerns about potential politicization of the Justice Department.

Jeanine Pirro’s appointment as U.S. Attorney for D.C. is making headlines for its political undertones, but at its core lies a formidable academic journey. From graduating early, interning in high school, and earning her J.D. with distinction at Albany Law, Pirro’s rise reflects how early ambition and legal rigor shaped a career now commanding federal power.

Donald Trump appointed Fox News host Jeanine Pirro as the interim top federal prosecutor for Washington, D.C., replacing Ed Martin Jr. Trump lauded Pirro's qualifications and New York district attorney experience. This decision follows Martin's withdrawal due to Republican concerns about his defense of Capitol rioters and lack of legal background.

Nathalie Rose Jones, 50, who made violent threats against Donald Trump on social media, was released under electronic monitoring by Judge James Boasberg, despite an earlier denial of bond. Jones, who has a history of mental health issues, is also required to see a psychiatrist. Her release contrasts with the US Attorney's vow for aggressive prosecution of threats against the President.

A federal grand jury declined to indict Sean Charles Dunn, a former Justice Department employee, who was filmed throwing a sandwich at a CBP agent during a 2020 protest in Washington, D.C. Dunn was arrested on assault charges and subsequently fired after the incident, which occurred during heightened federal law enforcement activity.

Federal prosecutors reduced charges against Sean Charles Dunn, who threw a sandwich at a federal officer, after a grand jury refused a felony assault indictment. Dunn, a former Justice Department paralegal, gained notoriety for shouting at officers before the incident. The U.S.

A US protester, Sean Dunn, was found not guilty of assaulting a CBP agent with a sandwich. Prosecutors, under a Trump-ordered crackdown, sought felony charges, but a jury acquitted him of a misdemeanor. The defense argued the prosecution was an abuse of power, questioning if throwing a soft object constituted an offense.

'SNL' veteran Cecily Strong is bidding farewell to the late-night live television sketch comedy show continuing the exodus.

Conservative activist Charlie Kirk tragically died after being shot at Utah Valley University during his college tour. The incident occurred when Kirk was questioned about mass shootings by transgender individuals. Videos captured the moment the bullet struck his neck, leading to his immediate hospitalization and subsequent death.

Retired four-star Navy admiral Robert Burke was convicted on corruption charges for leveraging his position to secure a lucrative post-retirement job. He directed a $355,000 contract to a vendor and then accepted a $500,000-a-year position at the company after retiring in 2022. Burke faces sentencing in August, marking a significant conviction for a high-ranking officer.

Brian J. Cole Jr., 30, was arrested and charged with placing two pipe bombs near Democratic and Republican committee headquarters before the Jan. 6, 2021 Capitol attack. Cole allegedly believed conspiracy theories about the 2020 election being stolen and spoke with investigators for hours.