Posted on 11/18/2015 10:17:16 AM PST by doug from upland
Attorney General Loretta Lynch testified on Capitol Hill today that President Obama's opinion of the ongoing investigation by the FBI related to Hillary Clinton has no influence on the Department of Justice. Lynch made the comments after being questioned by Rep. Bob Goodlatte:
Goodlatte asked, "I want to cover one more topic that concerns me greatly. During the FBI's investigation of the IRS matter, the president stated on Super Bowl Sunday that there was not, quote, "even a smidgen of corruption at the IRS." At the end of that investigation, no charges were filed. Two weeks ago, the president stated with respect to Secretary Clinton's e-mails, 'This is not a situation in which America's national security was endangered.' Should we expect that when the FBI finishes its investigation of this matter that no charges will be filed? Does the department allow statements by the president to dictate its investigative practices?"
"Mr. Chairman, the department reviews facts and evidence submitted before it. We apply the law to those facts and evidence. We take all the appropriate steps in every matter that we review. That is how we will essentially manage every matter under our purview, whether it relates to the IRS, to an e-mail matter or every matter that comes before us. And with respect to the president's comments, they have no influence or bearing on how the department manages these matters, and I would have to refer you to him for a review of those," Lynch replied.
Goodlatte followed up, "I'm glad to hear you say that. In your view, wasn't it inappropriate for the president to once again inject his personal views into an ongoing FBI investigation?"
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Another preposterous lie.
Obama only hires inveterate liars.
Yeah, sure, Loretta; we - snicker - believe you..
Although the story doesn't start 'Once upon a time', it's almost sure to end "And they (Hillary, Obmama, Dems) lived happily ever-after...'
A sock puppet pretending to disagree with the hand up its ass.
to comments.Lynch: Obama’s Opinion of FBI’s Hillary Investigation Has No Influence on DOJ
Liar liar pants on fire!
If you feel compelled to mention it ...
ValJar has to protect the #refugesswelcomewimpintheRainbowHut......
His “opinion” may not have any bearing, but his reminder to Lynch as to who the “boss” is will.
I believe from headlines that FBI director Comey is really giving Lynch and the White House a huge headache. Known as an honest broker by many, like Giuliani and former FBI heads, he is going to wind up dismissed or forced to resign.
He is barging ahead on Hillary, and leaking the disarray of our vetting and monitoring capabilities on suspects and now refugees.
Just when you think that Eric Holder is as bad as they get, along comes his little sister, Loretta Lynch, who makes her brother pale in comparison. Loretta is just another of the many “gifts” that the senate republicans have given We the People.
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