Jeanine Pirro will lead the nation’s largest U.S. Attorney’s office—at least on an interim basis—after President Donald Trump withdrew his nomination of conservative activist Ed Martin Jr. earlier on Thursday.
The reversal likely came after a key Republican senator publicly opposed Martin’s candidacy due to his past defense of rioters involved in the January 6, 2021, Capitol attack. In Pirro, Trump has turned to a familiar and loyal figure, describing her as “incredibly well qualified” and “one of the top district attorneys” in New York’s history.
"Jeanine is incredibly well qualified for this position, and is considered one of the Top District Attorneys in the History of the State of New York. She is in a class by herself," Trump wrote.
While the appointment marks another high-profile role for Pirro, who currently co-hosts The Five on Fox News and is a former Westchester County judge and district attorney, many are also curious about her personal life, particularly her relationship status.
Who is Jeanine Pirro married to?
Pirro married Albert J. Pirro Jr. in 1975 after the two met in law school. For many years, they were seen as a political power couple—Jeanine rising through the ranks of New York’s legal system and Albert establishing himself as a prominent real estate attorney with strong Republican ties. But their marriage eventually came under strain, impacted by legal troubles and personal scandals.
Albert Pirro’s legal issues became headline news in 2000 when he was convicted of tax fraud and conspiracy, accused of writing off over a million dollars in personal expenses. Although Jeanine Pirro was never implicated, the case cast a shadow over her own public career and placed the family under national scrutiny. Years later, in 2021, President Trump issued Albert a full pardon during his final hours in office—a move seen by many as a gesture of loyalty to Jeanine, one of his most vocal media defenders.
The marriage faced further challenges after reports surfaced of Albert fathering a child outside the marriage, leading to a public paternity suit. Pirro, known for her no-nonsense courtroom persona, reportedly considered confronting the situation head-on, even contemplating surveillance to confirm suspicions—a reflection of both her tenacity and the stress within the marriage.
Despite staying together for several years after Albert’s prison sentence, the couple ultimately divorced in 2013. Albert later suggested that Jeanine’s political ambitions contributed to their financial and personal difficulties, though those claims were widely seen as an attempt to deflect from his own failings.
How many children does Pirro have?
Through it all, Jeanine Pirro has remained proud of their two children—Christi and Alexander. Christi followed her mother’s path into the legal field, while Alexander transitioned from law to business and now holds a vice president position at a global financial firm. Both have maintained relatively private lives, steering clear of the spotlight their mother continues to occupy.
As of now, there are no confirmed reports that Jeanine Pirro is remarried, engaged, or publicly dating. She has largely kept her personal relationships private in recent years, focusing instead on her legal commentary and, most recently, her return to public service under the Trump administration.
The reversal likely came after a key Republican senator publicly opposed Martin’s candidacy due to his past defense of rioters involved in the January 6, 2021, Capitol attack. In Pirro, Trump has turned to a familiar and loyal figure, describing her as “incredibly well qualified” and “one of the top district attorneys” in New York’s history.
The American people trust the vision of the president and they are willing to have some short-term pain for the long-term gain. Joe Biden wasn’t even out of BED on the 100th day‼️ pic.twitter.com/zpkvmpktAQ
— Jeanine Pirro (@JudgeJeanine) April 30, 2025
"Jeanine is incredibly well qualified for this position, and is considered one of the Top District Attorneys in the History of the State of New York. She is in a class by herself," Trump wrote.
While the appointment marks another high-profile role for Pirro, who currently co-hosts The Five on Fox News and is a former Westchester County judge and district attorney, many are also curious about her personal life, particularly her relationship status.
With the former and future First Lady pic.twitter.com/tS4hvffosB
— Jeanine Pirro (@JudgeJeanine) January 19, 2025
Who is Jeanine Pirro married to?
Pirro married Albert J. Pirro Jr. in 1975 after the two met in law school. For many years, they were seen as a political power couple—Jeanine rising through the ranks of New York’s legal system and Albert establishing himself as a prominent real estate attorney with strong Republican ties. But their marriage eventually came under strain, impacted by legal troubles and personal scandals.
Remember this -
— Franco🇺🇸🦅 (@FrancoandMarco) May 8, 2025
Trump issues last-minute pardon to Albert Pirro, ex-husband of Jeanine Pirro pic.twitter.com/9ACaJiZ7Y0
Albert Pirro’s legal issues became headline news in 2000 when he was convicted of tax fraud and conspiracy, accused of writing off over a million dollars in personal expenses. Although Jeanine Pirro was never implicated, the case cast a shadow over her own public career and placed the family under national scrutiny. Years later, in 2021, President Trump issued Albert a full pardon during his final hours in office—a move seen by many as a gesture of loyalty to Jeanine, one of his most vocal media defenders.
The marriage faced further challenges after reports surfaced of Albert fathering a child outside the marriage, leading to a public paternity suit. Pirro, known for her no-nonsense courtroom persona, reportedly considered confronting the situation head-on, even contemplating surveillance to confirm suspicions—a reflection of both her tenacity and the stress within the marriage.
Despite staying together for several years after Albert’s prison sentence, the couple ultimately divorced in 2013. Albert later suggested that Jeanine’s political ambitions contributed to their financial and personal difficulties, though those claims were widely seen as an attempt to deflect from his own failings.
How many children does Pirro have?
Kiki and I at our favorite Palm Beach place! 🌴 pic.twitter.com/FTbx6ZVyXO
— Jeanine Pirro (@JudgeJeanine) December 31, 2024
Through it all, Jeanine Pirro has remained proud of their two children—Christi and Alexander. Christi followed her mother’s path into the legal field, while Alexander transitioned from law to business and now holds a vice president position at a global financial firm. Both have maintained relatively private lives, steering clear of the spotlight their mother continues to occupy.
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As of now, there are no confirmed reports that Jeanine Pirro is remarried, engaged, or publicly dating. She has largely kept her personal relationships private in recent years, focusing instead on her legal commentary and, most recently, her return to public service under the Trump administration.
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