Trump Talks Russia Peace Deal, Praises Jeanine Pirro Appointment/ Newslooks/ WASHINGTON/ J. Mansour/ Morning Edition/ Judge Jeanine Pirro was ceremonially sworn in as the acting U.S. attorney for Washington, D.C., in a high-profile Oval Office event led by Attorney General Pam Bondi. President Donald Trump used the occasion to highlight her hardline stance on crime. Trump also issued a warning to Russia, stating he will decide in two weeks whether Vladimir Putin is serious about peace talks in Ukraine.
Jeanine Pirro Appointment Quick Look
- Jeanine Pirro sworn in during Oval Office ceremony
- Trump praises Pirro’s career and stance on crime
- Pirro addresses recent fatal shooting near Israeli embassy
- Pledges zero tolerance for violence and hatred in D.C.
- Trump says he’ll assess Putin’s sincerity on Ukraine peace talks within two weeks
Trump Talks Russia Peace Deal, Praises Jeanine Pirro Appointment
Deep Look
Jeanine Pirro Sworn In as Acting U.S. Attorney for D.C.
On Wednesday, longtime Trump ally and former TV judge Jeanine Pirro was ceremonially sworn in as the acting U.S. attorney for the District of Columbia. The Oval Office event was led by Attorney General Pam Bondi, with President Trump offering introductory remarks praising Pirro’s dedication to justice and law enforcement.
Pirro was previously sworn in privately while Trump was traveling in the Middle East. Wednesday’s public event served as a symbolic reaffirmation of her new authority and mission in the nation’s capital.
Pirro: ‘No More Mercy for Criminals’
In her speech, Pirro wasted no time addressing a recent violent incident — the fatal shooting of two Israeli embassy staffers in Washington, D.C.
“Just last week, here in our nation’s capital, two people on the brink of beginning their life had hopes and dreams that were never realized,” Pirro said. “My voice should be heard loud and clear: no more. No more tolerance of hatred. No more mercy for criminals.”
She pledged to approach the role with an uncompromising focus on public safety, declaring that justice in Washington would be swift and unforgiving for violent offenders.
Trump Sets Two-Week Deadline on Russia Peace Talks
During the event, President Trump also fielded questions about ongoing negotiations with Russia regarding the war in Ukraine. He signaled growing frustration with President Vladimir Putin’s unwillingness to fully engage.
“We’re going to find out whether or not he’s tapping us along,” Trump said. “If he is, we’ll respond a little bit differently.”
Trump set a two-week timeline to determine whether Russia is sincere about ending the war — a timeframe he has used in past decision-making scenarios. He declined to elaborate on potential consequences for Moscow if talks fail but warned that his words “speak pretty loud.”
Despite his tough rhetoric, Trump also expressed hesitation about introducing new sanctions that could derail a potential peace agreement.
“I think I’m close to getting a deal. I don’t want to screw it up by doing that,” he added.
Context: Pirro’s Rise and Ukraine Diplomacy
Judge Jeanine Pirro is no stranger to the Trump circle, having been a regular at Mar-a-Lago even before Trump’s presidency and one of the earliest supporters of his 2016 campaign. Her new role marks one of the most prominent federal law enforcement appointments in Trump’s second term.
As the Trump administration navigates the increasingly complex geopolitical tensions with Russia and ongoing unrest in the Middle East, the White House continues to balance domestic enforcement priorities with high-stakes international diplomacy.
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