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D.C. U.S. Attorney Jeanine Pirro Convenes Special Grand Jury in Washington
Just the facts
District of Columbia U.S. Attorney Jeanine Pirro initiated the special grand jury proceedings to examine complex federal cases within the District of Columbia. Federal special grand juries possess broad subpoena powers to investigate potential criminal activity and evaluate evidence presented by prosecutors. Pirro was appointed as U.S. Attorney following previous legal service as a prosecutor and judge. The Department of Justice has not publicly disclosed the specific targets or subjects of the grand jury's investigation.
Why this is news
District of Columbia U.S. Attorney Jeanine Pirro convened a special grand jury in Washington to oversee federal criminal investigations. The judicial maneuver allows federal prosecutors to empanel a dedicated investigative body for up to 18 months.
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