Global Politics Report Editorial
Pirro Challenges Release of Woman Accused of Vandalizing World War II Memorial
Prosecutors led by Jeanine Pirro, the U.S. attorney in Washington, argued that Melissa Farris posed a flight risk and asked the court to reverse its decision.
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Source: The New York Times
Politics desk: Court
Published: Aug. 18, 2026 at 08:51 AM ET
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Original source: The New York Times