Career Timeline of Jeanine Pirro: Major Achievements and Milestones
Discover the career path of Jeanine Pirro, from the first major opportunity to industry-changing achievements.
Jeanine Pirro is an American television host, author, and the interim United States attorney for the District of Columbia since May 2025. Previously, she served as a judge, prosecutor, and politician in New York. She is known for her outspoken conservative views and legal background, which she often leverages in her media appearances.
1975: Appointment as Assistant District Attorney
In 1975, District Attorney Carl Vergari appointed Jeanine Pirro to the position of Assistant District Attorney of Westchester County in New York State.
1977: Advocacy for Domestic Violence Bureaus
In 1977, Jeanine Pirro requested District Attorney Carl Vergari to apply for a federal grant to establish bureaus specializing in domestic violence.
1978: Chief of Domestic Violence and Child Abuse Bureau
In 1978, Jeanine Pirro was appointed as the first chief of the new Domestic Violence and Child Abuse Bureau in Westchester County.
1983: Kathie Durst Disappearance
In 1983, Jeanine Pirro was the investigating attorney for the high-profile disappearance of Kathie Durst, a case she recounted in the HBO serial The Jinx.
May 26, 1986: Announcement as Andrew O'Rourke's Running Mate
On May 26, 1986, Jeanine Pirro was announced as the running mate of Andrew O'Rourke for Lieutenant Governor of New York.
May 28, 1986: Withdrawal from the Race
On May 28, 1986, Jeanine Pirro announced her withdrawal from the race for Lieutenant Governor due to her husband's business interests and potential conflicts of interest.
1986: Claim of Trial Successes
During her 1986 campaign for Lieutenant Governor of New York, Jeanine Pirro boasted about her success in trials.
June 1, 1990: Investigation of Maria Amaya
On June 1, 1990, Jeanine Pirro garnered widespread attention for conducting a bedside investigation of Maria Amaya, who was charged with the deaths of her four children.
November 1990: Election as Judge of the Westchester County Court
In November 1990, Jeanine Pirro was elected as a judge of the Westchester County Court, becoming the first woman to serve in that role.
1990: Election as Westchester County Court Judge
In 1990, Jeanine Pirro was elected as a judge of the Westchester County Court in New York, marking her first elected judicial position.
November 1993: Election as Westchester County District Attorney
In November 1993, Jeanine Pirro was elected Westchester County District Attorney, the first woman to hold the position.
1993: Election as Westchester County District Attorney
In 1993, Jeanine Pirro was elected to the position of Westchester County district attorney, making her the first woman to hold this position.
December 31, 1993: Anne Scripps Douglas Murder
On December 31, 1993, within hours of Pirro's midnight inauguration as District Attorney, Anne Scripps Douglas was attacked, leading to Pirro's increased media presence.
March 1994: Increased National Profile
In early March 1994, after Scott Douglas's body washed ashore, Jeanine Pirro's national profile increased due to her involvement in the Anne Scripps Douglas case.
June 1994: Television News Appearances
In June 1994, Jeanine Pirro became a frequent contributor on network and cable television news, appearing on shows like Nightline, Larry King Live, and Geraldo after O.J. Simpson's arrest.
1997: Re-election as District Attorney
In 1997, Jeanine Pirro was re-elected as Westchester County District Attorney, continuing her focus on domestic abuse and crimes against the elderly.
1997: Re-elected as Westchester County District Attorney
In 1997, Jeanine Pirro was re-elected as Westchester County District Attorney.
2000: Pirro supports New York hate crimes law
In 2000, Jeanine Pirro actively supported the passing of a New York hate crimes law that covered sexual orientation as a protected class.
2001: Re-election as District Attorney
In 2001, Jeanine Pirro was re-elected as Westchester County District Attorney for another term.
2001: Re-elected as Westchester County District Attorney
In 2001, Jeanine Pirro was re-elected as Westchester County District Attorney.
May 23, 2005: Announcement Not to Seek Re-election
On May 23, 2005, Jeanine Pirro announced that she would not seek re-election to a fourth term as Westchester County District Attorney.
August 10, 2005: Announcement of Senate Campaign
On August 10, 2005, Jeanine Pirro announced her campaign for U.S. Senator from New York, challenging Hillary Clinton in the 2006 election.
December 21, 2005: Withdrawal from Senate Race
On December 21, 2005, Jeanine Pirro dropped out of the Senate race due to pressure from party chiefs and unfavorable poll results.
May 31, 2006: Nomination for Attorney General
On May 31, 2006, Jeanine Pirro became the Republican Party's official candidate for Attorney General of New York.
2006: Support for LGBT rights during Attorney General campaign
During her 2006 campaign for State Attorney General, Jeanine Pirro supported anti-discrimination protections for LGBT people, civil unions for same-sex couples, and participated in a Pride Parade and Log Cabin Republicans political fundraising event.
2006: Senate and Attorney General Bids
In 2006, Jeanine Pirro initially sought the Republican nomination for United States Senate but later withdrew to accept the nomination for New York Attorney General, ultimately losing the general election to Andrew Cuomo.
2006: Campaign for U.S. Senate
In 2006, Jeanine Pirro participated in a campaign for U.S. Senator, facing challenges and ultimately withdrawing from the race.
May 5, 2008: Announcement of Judge Jeanine Pirro Show
On May 5, 2008, The CW Television Network announced that Jeanine Pirro would host a weekday television show called Judge Jeanine Pirro.
2008: Hosting Judge Jeanine Pirro
From 2008, Jeanine Pirro hosted a weekday television show entitled Judge Jeanine Pirro on The CW.
2009: Judge Jeanine Pirro cleared for a second season
In 2009, Judge Jeanine Pirro was cleared for a second season which, unlike the first, was not exclusive to CW affiliates, and began in the fall of 2009.
September 2011: Cancellation of Judge Jeanine Pirro show
In September 2011, Judge Jeanine Pirro's show was canceled due to low ratings.
March 16, 2019: Fox News Does Not Air Pirro's Show
On March 16, 2019, Fox News replaced Jeanine Pirro's show with a rebroadcast of a Scandalous episode after Pirro's controversial remarks about Ilhan Omar.
March 30, 2019: Justice with Judge Jeanine Resumes Airing
On March 30, 2019, "Justice with Judge Jeanine" resumed airing on Fox News after being temporarily pulled following Pirro's comments about Ilhan Omar.
July 2019: Pirro joins board of directors of cannabis company HeavenlyRx
In July 2019, Jeanine Pirro was named to the board of directors of the cannabis company HeavenlyRx, which manufactures CBD products.
January 12, 2022: Pirro announced as permanent co-host on The Five
On January 12, 2022, it was announced that Jeanine Pirro would become a permanent co-host on The Five, starting January 24, effectively ending Justice with Judge Jeanine.
2022: Joining The Five and NBC News Contribution
In 2022, Jeanine Pirro became a co-host of The Five and also became a frequent contributor to NBC News, including regular appearances on The Today Show.
May 8, 2025: Appointment as Interim United States Attorney
On May 8, 2025, Jeanine Pirro was named by President Donald Trump as the interim United States attorney for the District of Columbia, succeeding Ed Martin.
May 2025: Interim United States Attorney Appointment
In May 2025, Jeanine Pirro began serving as the interim United States attorney for the District of Columbia.
May 2025: Pirro leaves Fox News
In May 2025, Jeanine Pirro left Fox News.
May 2025: Departure from The Five
In May 2025, Jeanine Pirro left her position as a co-host of The Five.
May 2025: Pirro Named Acting United States Attorney
In May 2025, Jeanine Pirro was named Acting United States Attorney for the District of Columbia by President Trump, replacing Ed Martin.
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