DOLLY PARTON RETURNS TO PUBLIC EYE TO CELEBRATE OPENING DAY AT DOLLYWOOD . (PHOTO).

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 Dolly Parton returns to public eye to celebrate opening day at Dollywood     Dolly Parton made her first public appearance in months to celebrate the opening day of Dollywood in Pigeon Forge, Tennessee, on Friday. The country music icon reflected on the past year, a year after the death of her husband of nearly 60 years, Carl Dean, saying she is “doing good” and has been working to rebuild herself spiritually, emotionally, and physically after grieving and dealing with health issues that kept her from touring. Joined on stage by Dollywood president Eugene Naughton, Parton brought her trademark humor to the crowd, joking about rumors of a new husband while reaffirming her devotion to Dean. She also shared updates on her ongoing projects, including a new Broadway musical and her Dolly’s Life of Many Colors Museum in Nashville. Parton previewed the park’s 41st season, highlighting the upcoming NightFlight Expedition ride, a new “Run Dollywood” race weekend, an updated ...

JEANINE PIRRO PLEDGES ‘NO MORE MERCY FOR CRIMINALS’ AS SHE IS SWORN IN AS INTERIM U.S. ATTORNEY. (PHOTO).

 


Jeanine Pirro Pledges 'No More Mercy for Criminals' as She Is Sworn In as Interim U.S. Attorney



In a move that has stirred both praise and controversy, Jeanine Pirro was officially sworn in today as the interim United States Attorney for the Southern District of New York (SDNY), pledging a hardline stance on crime in one of the nation’s most powerful prosecutorial offices.


Standing before a crowd of federal officials, law enforcement personnel, and media representatives at the SDNY courthouse in Lower Manhattan, Pirro delivered a fiery inaugural address marked by her signature tough-on-crime rhetoric.


“There will be no more mercy for criminals,” Pirro declared. “This office will be unapologetically committed to law and order, to protecting the innocent, and to ensuring that those who break the law face swift and certain justice.”


The appointment comes after the abrupt resignation of former U.S. Attorney Daniel Goldman, who stepped down earlier this month amid internal disagreements with the Justice Department over prosecutorial priorities. Attorney General Merrick Garland appointed Pirro as interim U.S. Attorney under the Vacancies Reform Act, pending the nomination and Senate confirmation of a permanent replacement.


Pirro, a former Westchester County District Attorney and Fox News personality, is no stranger to the spotlight. Known for her combative style and conservative viewpoints, she has long been a vocal advocate for stricter criminal penalties and more aggressive prosecution of violent offenders. Her appointment, however, has drawn criticism from civil rights groups and some former federal prosecutors who question her impartiality and legal approach.


“She has a long record of prioritizing punishment over rehabilitation, and that’s not what New York—or the country—needs right now,” said Faiza Patel of the Brennan Center for Justice. “We need someone who will seek justice, not headlines.”


Despite the criticism, supporters argue that Pirro’s return to public service is well-timed amid rising public concern over crime in major U.S. cities.


“Jeanine Pirro is a fighter,” said former NYPD Commissioner Ray Kelly. “She understands the stakes and has the courage to take on the toughest cases. That’s exactly what the SDNY needs right now.”


Pirro’s agenda, according to aides, will prioritize organized crime, drug trafficking, and violent gun offenses. She also signaled interest in revisiting high-profile white-collar investigations that have languished in recent years.


While she can serve as interim U.S. Attorney for up to 210 days without Senate confirmation, Pirro’s aggressive start suggests she intends to make the most of her limited time.


“I am not here to play politics,” Pirro said. “I’m here to prosecute criminals—period.”


It remains to be seen how Pirro’s tenure will reshape the priorities of the SDNY, long known for its independence and high-profile prosecutions, including cases involving Wall Street, political corruption, and organized crime. But if her first day is any indication, the district may be in for a dramatic shift

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