🔥 Jeanine Pirro Takes Charge as Interim U.S. Attorney in D.C., Announces First Major Sentences in Violent Drive-By Case
WASHINGTON, D.C. — In a dramatic first move as interim U.S. Attorney for the District of Columbia, Jeanine Pirro — the former TV host and veteran prosecutor — announced the sentencing of two men involved in a shocking daylight drive-by shooting near an elementary school.
Rasheed Mullins, 27, and Josiah Warfield, 24, both received lengthy federal prison sentences after pleading guilty to assault with intent to murder while armed. Mullins was sentenced to 90 months, and Warfield to 100 months, with both facing five additional years of supervised release.
The violent incident, which occurred in April 2024, shook a D.C. neighborhood and drew national attention due to its proximity to a school.
🔎 First Day, Big Statement
Pirro, stepping into the high-profile role amid leadership reshuffling, made headlines immediately. Her office also announced the indictment of Te’Vaughn Brown, 20, linked to a separate felony assault just before a professional baseball game in August 2023. His trial is scheduled for mid-July.
🏛️ A Tough Prosecutor Returns
Widely recognized for her tough-on-crime stance, Pirro was praised by officials for her “deep legal expertise and unwavering commitment to justice.” Known for her previous work as a New York District Attorney and longtime TV legal analyst, Pirro is expected to bring a no-nonsense approach to one of the nation’s busiest prosecutorial offices.
🎙️ Fox News Bids Farewell (For Now)
Fox News, where Pirro was a prominent voice, issued a statement of support:
“Jeanine Pirro has been a valued contributor for over a decade, and we wish her continued success in her new role.”
📺 Who’s Taking Her Seat?
Meanwhile, buzz is growing around attorney Alina Habba as a possible replacement on Pirro’s former TV show. While no final decision has been announced, media insiders say Habba is a strong contender.
🕊️ What’s Next?
With more high-profile cases on the horizon, Pirro’s unexpected return to federal law enforcement is already turning heads. Her interim leadership marks a new era of accountability and public safety focus in the nation’s capital.