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Time of India
03-08-2025
- Politics
- Time of India
Jeanine Pirro's career trajectory: From law review to the capital's top prosecutor
Not every federal appointment stems from quiet merit; some are thunderous, drawing attention not just for who is chosen, but for what they represent. Jeanine Pirro's confirmation as the United States Attorney for the District of Columbia is one such moment, an appointment steeped in controversy, allegiance, and ideology. Tired of too many ads? go ad free now But beneath the headlines, behind the firebrand persona that once lit up cable news, lies a rigorous academic foundation that launched a lifelong legal career. Long before she was a Fox News icon or a trusted voice in Donald Trump's political orbit, Jeanine Ferris Pirro was a diligent student, a driven legal mind, and a woman determined to stand out in the male-dominated world of law. The formative years: Ambition at an early age Born on June 2, 1951, in Elmira, New York, to Lebanese-American parents, Pirro knew by the age of six that she wanted to be an attorney. It wasn't a childish whim but a guiding ambition that defined her academic path. She graduated from Notre Dame High School in just three years, a pace that foreshadowed the intensity she would later bring to her legal and media careers. While still in high school, she interned at the Chemung County District Attorney's Office, an unusually early exposure to criminal justice that would shape her approach to prosecution in years to come. Academic credentials: A career built on legal rigour Pirro pursued her undergraduate studies at the University at Buffalo, where she earned her Bachelor of Arts degree. But it was at Albany Law School where she truly made her mark. There, she earned her Juris Doctor (J.D.) in 1975, graduating with distinction and serving as an editor of the Albany Law Review, a role reserved for top-performing students with proven analytical and writing skills. Her academic record at Albany positioned her for competitive roles in the legal field, and shortly after graduating, she joined the Westchester County District Attorney's Office as an Assistant District Attorney, becoming one of the few women in that office during the mid-1970s. Tired of too many ads? go ad free now Legal knowledge meets television stardom Pirro's legal scholarship didn't fade when she transitioned to television. Her commentary, while often polarizing, was informed by decades of experience and a deep understanding of the law. Whether as a legal analyst during the O.J. Simpson trial or later as host of Justice with Judge Jeanine, she deployed her academic foundation to connect legal principles with public discourse. Her seven published books, including Liars, Leakers, and Liberals, draw not only from political opinion but also legal argumentation and rhetorical structuring rooted in formal training. From education to execution: The D.C. appointment When Donald Trump named Pirro as interim U.S. Attorney for the District of Columbia in May 2025 and saw her confirmed by the Senate on August 2, it wasn't just a political elevation. It marked the culmination of a career that began with careful study of case law and constitutional texts. The same woman who once edited scholarly legal articles will now oversee some of the most consequential federal prosecutions in the nation's capital. Critics argue that her Fox News rhetoric and allegiance to Trump overshadow her qualifications. But even her harshest detractors rarely question her academic record or her legal acumen. Her law school credentials, judicial experience, and prosecutorial background form a foundation that, at least on paper, supports the authority of her new post. A legacy rooted in law Jeanine Pirro's path to power has never been conventional. But while her media persona commands headlines, her ascent began with the quiet, disciplined work of legal education. From the halls of Albany Law School to the corridors of federal power, her story is one of ambition, academic rigor, and relentless pursuit. Whether her tenure in Washington serves justice or stirs controversy, one truth remains: it all started with a young woman who believed that the law was her calling—and had the academic record to prove it.
Al-Ahram Weekly
03-08-2025
- Politics
- Al-Ahram Weekly
Former Fox News host confirmed as top Washington prosecutor - International
The US Senate on Saturday confirmed former television personality and judge Jeanine Pirro to a key US judiciary post, making her the latest Donald Trump-nominated Fox News host to join the government. Pirro was confirmed to become the US Attorney for the District of Columbia in a 50-45 vote, as Trump urged the Republican-led Senate to work through the weekend to approve his nominations over six months after he returned to the White House. Related Trump plays golf in Scotland as protesters rally Pirro was named to the position in an interim capacity by Trump -- who has made a habit of filling powerful government posts with right-wing television network hosts and hardline loyalists -- in May. The brash 74-year-old former district attorney of New York's Westchester County was previously described by Trump as being "in a class by herself." She made a name for herself hosting weekend television show "Judge Jeanine Pirro" (2008-2011) and then Fox News Channel's "Justice with Judge Jeanine," which ran for 11 years. She was a co-host of Fox News's show "The Five" until she assumed her interim post, considered one of the most powerful US attorney roles. Pirro will join the ranks of other cable news hires like Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth, who co-hosted "Fox & Friends Weekend," and Transportation Secretary Sean Duffy, a former reality TV show competitor and Fox Business co-host. Dick Durbin, the top Democrat on the Senate's Judiciary Committee, said Pirro "should never be a permanent US Attorney," calling her pick a "rubber stamp for Donald Trump." Durbin cited Pirro's promotion of conspiracy theories in relation to the 2020 election, which Trump lost to Joe Biden. After touting unfounded allegations of election fraud in 2020, Pirro was named a defendant in a defamation lawsuit filed by Dominion Voting Systems, which said Fox broadcast false statements about the company. Fox News settled the case for nearly $800 million. She has also authored several books, including "Liars, Leakers, and Liberals: The Case Against the Anti-Trump Conspiracy," from 2018. The Washington Post described the book as "sycophantic" in its support for Trump. Her ex-husband Albert Pirro was convicted of tax evasion when she was a district attorney in New York. He was pardoned by Trump during his first presidential term. As part of the spate of expedited confirmation votes, Trump's former lawyer Emil Bove became a federal appellate judge last week. Follow us on: Facebook Instagram Whatsapp Short link:
Scotsman
09-07-2025
- Entertainment
- Scotsman
We Were Liars: what time is it out on Prime Video
Prime Video has sorted out your next binge watch with We Were Liars 👀 Sign up to our daily newsletter Sign up Thank you for signing up! Did you know with a Digital Subscription to Edinburgh News, you can get unlimited access to the website including our premium content, as well as benefiting from fewer ads, loyalty rewards and much more. Learn More Sorry, there seem to be some issues. Please try again later. Submitting... We Were Liars is set to make its debut on Prime Video. It is based on a bestselling book of the same name. But when will it be released on streaming? A moody summer thriller is set to land on Prime Video in just a few hours. We Were Liars looks like it might kill more than just your planned watch list this week. Based on a best-selling book of the same name by E. Lockhart, the show boasts talent that worked on The Vampire Diaries and Roswell, New Mexico. It might just scratch the itch for a bingeable mystery series. Advertisement Hide Ad Advertisement Hide Ad But when exactly will the show be released and what can you expect? Here's all you need to know: When does We Were Liars release on Prime Video? We Were Liars releases on Prime Video on June 18 | Jessie Redmond/ Prime Video The show is set to land on streaming tomorrow (June 18), so book fans and people intrigued by the trailer don't have much longer to wait. Prime Video tends to release new episodes and shows at around 8am GMT for UK audiences - which is 3am ET/ 12am PT. All eight episodes of the show are set to be released at once. It means you don't have to worry about waiting to find out what happens - you can binge it all in one go, if you are so inclined. Advertisement Hide Ad Advertisement Hide Ad What to expect from We Were Liars? The synopsis for the show reads: ''We Were Liars' follows Cadence Sinclair Eastman and her tight-knit inner circle, nicknamed the Liars, during their summer escapades on her grandfather's New England private island. 'The Sinclairs are American royalty—known for their good looks, old money, and enviable bond—but after a mysterious accident changes Cadence's life forever, everyone, including her beloved Liars, seems to have something to hide.' Emily Alyn Lind leads the cast as Cadence Sinclair Eastman. Are you planning to watch, let me know by email: . Have you got a story you want to share with our readers? You can now send it to us online via YourWorld at . It's free to use and, once checked, your story will appear on our website and, space allowing, in our newspapers.
Elle
25-06-2025
- Entertainment
- Elle
What the Sinclair Family Tree Reveals in 'We Were Liars'
Among the books that dominated the year 2014—and then enjoyed a resurgence during the COVID pandemic—was E. Lockhart's bestselling young-adult novel, We Were Liars, a psychological horror story with a deadly plot twist. Lockhart's story, which has since been adapted for a new TV series on Prime Video, centers the Sinclairs, a wealthy Kennedy-esque family who spend each summer on Beechwood Island, a private haven off the coast of New England. There, protagonist Cadence Sinclair Eastman flits between the four homes on her grandfather's property: Clairmont, where patriarch Harris Sinclair and his wife, Tipper, spend their summers; Windemere, bestowed to middle daughter Penny and her family; Red Gate, for eldest daughter Carrie and her crew; and Cuddledown, for youngest daughter Bess and hers. The three Sinclair daughters are all either married with children or divorced with children. (Or, in the case of Carrie, divorced with children and practically engaged to a new partner, who brings his nephew along each summer). Given the many faces and names in We Were Liars—both the novel and the series—you might find yourself questioning who's who as Lockhart's mystery unfolds on screen. Are Cady and Gat related? (Mercifully, no.) Are Mirren and Johnny related? (Yes, but as cousins, not siblings.) Why is everyone but Gat and Ed so blonde? (The Sinclair genes, apparently, run strong.) The branches of the family tree reveal how wide-spread Harris and Tipper's brood have how difficult it might become for Harris to control them. Below, peruse our quick guide to the Sinclair family—and keep your Liars in a row. The protagonist of We Were Liars, Cady suffers from amnesia caused by a traumatic event that took place during Summer 16. She's the eldest Sinclair grandchild; her parents are divorced; and she's been in love with Gat Patil for years. Parents: Penny Sinclair and Sam Eastman Siblings: None Grandparents: Harris Sinclair and Tipper Taft Sinclair Cousins: Johnny, Will, Mirren, Liberty, and Bonnie Family base on Beechwood Island: Windemere The eldest son of Carrie, Johnny is one of the four oldest cousins, known collectively as the Liars. Parents: Carrie Sinclair and William Dennis Siblings: Will Cousins: Cadence, Mirren, Liberty, and Bonnie Family base on Beechwood Island: Red Gate The eldest daughter of Bess, Mirren is one of the four Liars and an artist. Parents: Bess Sinclair and Brody Sheffield Siblings: Liberty and Bonnie Cousins: Cadence, Johnny, and Will Family base on Beechwood Island: Cuddledown Although Gat is himself not a Sinclair, nor is he related to the Sinclairs (by blood or marriage), he spends his summers with their brood on Beechwood, thanks to his Uncle Ed's long-term relationship with Carrie. Although not their cousin, he is one of the Liars. Parents: Maya and unknown Uncle: Ed Patil Carrie is the eldest daughter of Harris and Tipper, as well as a jewelry designer and mother to Johnny and Will. She is divorced and currently dating Ed Patil, uncle to Gat Patil. Parents: Harris Sinclair and Tipper Taft Sinclair Siblings: Penny and Bess Children: Johnny and Will The middle daughter of Harris and Tipper, Penny is a dog breeder and divorcée, as well as Cady's mother. Siblings: Bess and Carrie Ex-husband: Sam Easton Children: Cadence Bess is the youngest daughter of Harris and Tipper and a philanthropist. She seemingly has a happy marriage to Brody Sheffield, and is mother to eldest daughter Mirren and younger twin daughters Bonnie and Liberty. Siblings: Carrie and Penny Husband: Brody Sheffield Children: Mirren, Liberty and Bonnie An art curator and lawyer in Brooklyn, Ed is dating Carrie and is a paternal uncle to Gat. Partner: Carrie Sinclair Nephew: Gat Patil Harris Sinclair is the family patriarch and a successful businessman with a media empire—and very distinct ideas about how the Sinclairs ought to live. Wife: Tipper Taft Sinclair Children: Bess, Carrie, and Penny Grandchildren: Cadence, Johnny, Will, Mirren, Liberty, and Bonnie Family base on Beechwood Island: Clairmont Tipper is the Sinclair family matriarch. Her black pearls are coveted amongst her daughters and play a central role in Cady's story. Husband: Harris Sinclair Family base on Beechwood Island: Clairmont
Elle
24-06-2025
- Entertainment
- Elle
Every Song On The 'We Were Liars' Soundtrack
If you've already binged all eight episodes of We Were Liars and haven't been able to dislodge it from your mind, then may we present you with the series' soundtrack which may fill something of a void in the wake of the show's finale. 'The Sinclairs are American royalty — known for their good looks, old money, and enviable bond — but after a mysterious accident changes Cadence's life forever, everyone, including her beloved Liars, seems to have something to hide,' per the official synopsis of the series. The score of the eight-episode series is the brainchild of Michael Suby, whose previous credits include The Vampire Diaries and Pretty Little Liars, which is no doubt the reason that we can't seem to get it out of our heads. This is every song from every episode of We Were Liars to add to your playlist (you're welcome). 'What's The Rumpus' - Jack White'Forever' – Haim'Young Blood' – The Naked & Famous'Coming In Hot' – Defunk'No' – Orion'Same Days' – J. Roddy Walston'Home' – Good Neighbours'Dive' – Holly Humberstone'Loving You' – Cannons'Good Time' – Born Runner-The Fancee'Rhythm (la de da)' – Lauren Light'Who We Are' – Hozier'Cinderella Snapped' – Jax 'Where's My Mind' – Lyn Lapid'We'll Be Young Forever' – Denmark + Winter'So We Won't Forget' – Khruangbin'Difficult' – Gracie Abrams'Once Upon A Time' – The Linda Lindas'My Fun' – Suki Waterhouse'Maps' – Paige Valentine'Down Swinging' – Holly Humberstone'Happy Together' – The Turtles'Happy Together' – Why Mona'It Never Ends' – Ingrid Michaelson'Tapestry' – Carole King'Terrible Love' – Birdy 'Days Move Slow' – Bully'Cannonball' – Michigander'Satanist' – Boygenius'Gold Angel' – Minke'Waves' – Daniel Seavey'More Than Meets The Eye' – Rebel Hearts Club'Rescue' – Woodes'On The Edge' – Madalen Duke 'Breath Right Now' – Moonwater x Amy Stroup'Learning' – Kamille'Dream' – Lyra Blue'Hand In My Pocket' – Alanis Morissette'Crash Course (Blue Solo Version)' – Blu DeTiger'All I Do' – Kate Peytavin'Linger' – Minke'Fast' – Pyro Child'American Girl' – Tom Petty & The Heartbreakers'Numb' – Marshmello & Khalid'Young Dumb' – Noisy'Every Little Thing I Say I Do' – Dayglow'Good Girl Era' – UPSAHL'R.O.C.K. In The USA' – John Mellencamp'BAD' – Dylan'Cannonball' – Biz Coletti x JK JOHNS'Land Of A Thousand Dances' – Sam & Dave'U & Me' – Alt-J'Emotional Meltdown' – Robin & The Rocks'Save Me Now' – Joy Williams 'Happy' – Something Corporate'Could Be Good' – Cat Cunning'Lost At Sea' – Lana Del Rey'Fire Rising' – sweetbaby x TRACE'Stardust' – Cary Brothers 'Feel It All' – Jordan Frye'Lets Go' – Weekend Giants'Whole Wide World' – The Brummies'Wild Heart' – Towa Bird'Say Thank You' – Leslie Powell + Milck + Koda Kids'Fuck The Bourgeoisie' – Feral'Draggin The Line' – Tommy Jones & The Shondells'Yellow' – Peta + Sara'Bad Dream' – Raye Zaragosa'Screaming Underwater' – Sanders Bohlke 'Through Me (The Flood)' – Hozier'Eat Your Young' – Hozier'Magic' – Leslie Powell'When Falling Stars Fly' – Denmark + Winter'Old Time Rock and Roll' – Bob Seger'Pteryla' – Novo Amore, Lowswimmer 'Doing It Again Baby' – Girl In Red'We Are Young' – Fun'Lock and Key' – Sorcha Richardson'Summer Love' – Kids In America'Burning' – Yeah Yeah Yeahs'Saturn' – Sleeping At Last'You Are A Memory' – Message To Bears'Stay Inside This Dream' – Leslie Powell'On My Own' – Brynn Elliott'Time Will Tell' – Audrey Ethel We Were Liars is available to stream now on Prime Video. ELLE Collective is a new community of fashion, beauty and culture lovers. For access to exclusive content, events, inspiring advice from our Editors and industry experts, as well the opportunity to meet designers, thought-leaders and stylists, become a member today HERE. Naomi May is a freelance writer and editor with an emphasis on popular culture, lifestyle and politics. After graduating with a First Class Honours from City University's prestigious Journalism course, Naomi joined the Evening Standard as its Fashion and Beauty Writer, working across both the newspaper and website. She is now the Acting News Editor at ELLE UK and has written features for the likes of The Guardian, Vogue, Vice and Refinery29, among many others.
