Violent crime needs swift justice.
Washington, D.C. – President Donald Trump is putting America’s capital on notice: end the crime wave or face a federal takeover.
U.S. Attorney Jeanine Pirro isn’t just backing Trump’s warning—she’s demanding it. In a blistering Fox News interview with Laura Ingraham, Pirro blasted D.C.’s Democrat-led leadership for coddling violent teens while innocent Americans pay the price.
Pirro: Democrats Protect Criminals, Not Victims
Under current D.C. law, Pirro says she’s barred from prosecuting minors, even in cases involving brutal beatings and armed carjackings. “If you’re 14, 15, 16, or 17 years old in D.C., you get coddled—just like in every other Democrat-run city,” Pirro said. “These so-called leaders protect criminals while law-abiding citizens live in fear.”
She praised Trump’s plan to lower the age of criminal accountability to 14, saying it’s the only way to stop the chaos. “If that’s what it takes to restore safety and order, then that’s exactly what the president should do,” she declared.
A Violent Attack Near the White House
Pirro pointed to the shocking assault of 19-year-old Edward Coristine, a former White House staffer, who was beaten by up to ten attackers just a mile from the White House. Two suspects—both only 15 years old—were arrested but will walk free into family court instead of facing adult charges.
“None of them come to my office because they’re not considered criminals,” Pirro fumed. “They’re sent to family court for so-called ‘rehabilitation.’ As if arts and crafts will stop gang violence and carjackings.”
Trump: ‘Make DC Safe and Beautiful Again’
Pirro said she spoke directly with Trump the day he issued his takeover warning. “He’s the only one saying, ‘I want to make D.C. safe and beautiful again.’ I haven’t heard that from anyone else,” she said.
With violent crime skyrocketing in Democrat-run cities, Trump’s law-and-order message is resonating with voters who are tired of excuses and demand real accountability.
“The D.C. Council needs to stop the coddling,” Pirro said. “These kids don’t need more hugs—they need consequences. If you tell me I can’t prosecute a 17-year-old for carjacking, you’re out of your mind.”