[jwpjr]

re: he backed Comey when he refused to investigate Pardongate/Rich

Seems to me I remember President Bush, just after coming into office, announced there would be no investigations or prosecutions of people in the Clinton administration. It was during his initial efforts to set a 'new tone' in Washington. Poor guy, I guess he figured the Right has the same honest, trustworthy approach to life that he does.

[ArmyBratproud]

Actually, that was the decision announced through Justice.

Because of political push at the time, Ashcroft pretty much let Comey make all decisions on the issue. Even then...the Bush admin caved to political pressure and press worries.