• Jeanine Pirro confirmed as U.S. Attorney for Washington, D.C., by a 50-45 Senate vote.
• Her nomination follows the withdrawal of Ed Martin due to controversies regarding January 6 supporters.
• Pirro previously served in media and has been an interim U.S. attorney since May.
• She faces a $2.7 billion libel lawsuit linked to election fraud claims.
• Trump praises her appointment as "incredibly well-qualified."

The U.S. Senate confirmed Jeanine Pirro as the top federal prosecutor for Washington, D.C., with a close vote of 50-45, largely along party lines. This appointment fills a critical position following President Donald Trump's withdrawal of his initial nominee, Ed Martin.

Pirro, a former county prosecutor and elected judge, has also gained notoriety through her work on Fox News, where she co-hosted "The Five," frequently interviewing Trump. Her nomination came in response to Martin's controversial stance regarding the January 6 Capitol riot supporters, which led to his withdrawal.

Pirro's tenure has not been without scrutiny; she is currently facing a $2.7 billion libel lawsuit from Smartmatic USA related to false claims about the 2020 election. During the confirmation process, Senate Judiciary Committee Republicans supported her unanimously after Democrats staged a walkout.

The interim U.S. Attorney since May, Pirro reiterated her commitment to serving as a "real crime fighter" in the nation’s capital. Trump's administration, having faced challenges regarding January 6-related appointments, now hinges on Pirro's performance in this pivotal role.