Jeanine Pirro, nominated to be the permanent U.S. Attorney for D.C., carefully navigates her position on Trump’s pardons for those involved in the January 6 Capitol riot. While she has condemned the violence of the riot in the past, her recent Senate questionnaire reflects a cautious stance, stating she would not critique the pardons, attributing the decision solely to the president’s constitutional authority.
Facing a crucial Senate Judiciary Committee vote, Pirro’s hesitance stands out amidst increasing scrutiny over her past statements regarding the rioters, which she labeled as “deplorable” in 2021. With the committee’s history of blocking nominees based on political stances related to the January 6 events, Pirro’s nomination could hinge on Republican support, particularly from key lawmakers who have shown mixed sentiments on the issue.
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