WATCH: Trump says Jeanine Pirro 'made a mistake' and 'choked' on Reflecting Pool vandalism case reversal

President Donald Trump expressed strong disapproval of U.S. Attorney Jeanine Pirro's decision to drop criminal charges related to the vandalism of the Lincoln Memorial Reflecting Pool. Trump characterized Pirro's actions as a significant failure, stating she "folded like a cheap umbrella" and "choked" in the case.

The controversy stems from a court filing by Pirro's office, which attributed the damage to the pool not to vandalism, but to a contractor's substandard work. This explanation contradicted the initial assessment and led to the dismissal of charges against a former Olympian accused of deliberately damaging the landmark.

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I guess she choked. I don't know what the hell happened.

Trump voiced his disappointment, questioning Pirro's handling of the situation. He acknowledged that the contractor was reportedly rushing to complete the project before July 4, though this did not ultimately happen. Trump's comments create a complex narrative, as he previously stated in April that he had chosen the company involved because they had worked on his golf course in Virginia.

When asked about potentially firing Pirro, Trump declined to comment directly. The situation highlights internal tensions and differing perspectives on accountability within the legal and political spheres, particularly concerning high-profile cases and public works projects.

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folded like a cheap umbrella