Hastert up. Tony brings up the travel reports situation. Says there's been talk on capital hill that since both sides have been doing it, an amnesty program should be put forth.
Hastert says trips should be used with permission and using standard procedures. Need clearance which wasn't always available before. Tony reads letter from Jeff Trendall (sp). Saying he "inadvertently forgot to file a travel report". Red-faced, hence the request for amnesty program.
Hastert says mechanism needs to be developed for approval of travel. Says critters travel shouldn't be restricted as long as they are out talking to people, learning about situations not just being wined and dined.
Hastert says Delay is a lightening rod and is easy for people to pile on him. Delay thought the trips had been approved, but found it they weren't. Tony asks what will come of the investigation into the majority leader.
Hastert says the RATS have tried to block the issue in ethics committee and Delay needs to be able to answer the charges. Says both sides of the aisle would have people who did the same thing.
Apparently Nancy Pelosi was miffed that Hastert put forth this idea of pre-aurhotized travel without inviting Nancy in on the plan. Haaaa!
Discussion on Rahm Emmanual and taxes coming up with Hastert after break.
Dennis Hastert is one of the BEST House Speakers in history.
Thanks for the updates....