Jeanine Pirro has advanced closer to formal confirmation as the U.S. Attorney for the District of Columbia following a Senate committee vote. Pirro, a former Fox News host, has faced scrutiny for promoting debunked conspiracy theories related to the 2020 presidential election. In her questionnaire submitted to the Senate committee, she stated she was unaware that January 6 rioters who assaulted police were granted full pardons by former President Donald Trump. Pirro also affirmed in her responses that the 22nd Amendment prohibits a president from serving a third term, aligning with the language used by other Trump nominees regarding the 2020 election outcome. Her nomination comes months after President Trump had to withdraw his initial pick for the role due to insufficient Senate support. Separately, Pirro is reported to have a net worth of $11.6 million, having earned a substantial salary during her tenure at Fox News.