Priebus not only violated longstanding norms that severely limit contact between the White House and the Department of Justice, but his outreach to the FBI looks very much like an implicit effort to pressure the FBI into denying the Times story. That sounds a lot like obstruction of justice.
Even if Priebus did not intend to pressure the FBI about the investigation, his contact with Comey and McCabe gives the appearance that this is exactly what he was trying to do.
In short, none of the White House’s explanations about the nature of the contact between Priebus and the FBI make any sense.
The more logical explanation is that Priebus committed a serious ethical – and potentially legal – violation.
Dtroutma almost 7 years ago
Well, we found the biggest whiner in history!
Argythree almost 7 years ago
If you want to be left alone, don’t run for office…
Night-Gaunt49[Bozo is Boffo] almost 7 years ago
Time for Pres. Trump to start paying the piper. He has been avoiding it for some time. (He is known for short changing people and banks.)
Masterskrain Premium Member almost 7 years ago
So, where are the Flying Monkeys McConnell and Ryan??
Radish the wordsmith almost 7 years ago
Firing Comey = Obstruction of Justice = Impeachment
If the Republicans do not impeach, they are in dereliction of duty.
Radish the wordsmith almost 7 years ago
Priebus not only violated longstanding norms that severely limit contact between the White House and the Department of Justice, but his outreach to the FBI looks very much like an implicit effort to pressure the FBI into denying the Times story. That sounds a lot like obstruction of justice.
Even if Priebus did not intend to pressure the FBI about the investigation, his contact with Comey and McCabe gives the appearance that this is exactly what he was trying to do.
In short, none of the White House’s explanations about the nature of the contact between Priebus and the FBI make any sense.
The more logical explanation is that Priebus committed a serious ethical – and potentially legal – violation.
He should resign immediately.
Radish the wordsmith almost 7 years ago
Priebus Leaving Trump’s Trip Early
Liverlips McCracken Premium Member almost 7 years ago
Perhaps if you would stop turning people into Newts …………..