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Previewing Today's Main Attraction: Eric Holder Testifies Before The House At 1 PM
Today at 1pm the real circus starts. From the House Committee on the Judiciary: "On Wednesday, May 15 at 1:00 p.m., Attorney General Eric Holder will testify before the House Judiciary Committee for an oversight hearing on the U.S. Department of Justice. The hearing will focus on the Justice Department obtaining two months of telephone records of reporters and editors for The Associated Press, the unwarranted targeting of conservative groups by the IRS, the recent bombings in Boston, wasteful spending at the Justice Department, and troubling allegations of the politicization of the Justice Department under Attorney General Holder’s leadership. House Judiciary Committee Chairman Bob Goodlatte (R-Va.) released the following statement in advance of Wednesday’s hearing."
Chairman Goodlatte: “Oversight over the Department of Justice is a key function of the House Judiciary Committee and recent events illustrate the importance of this duty. Any abridgement of the First Amendment is very concerning, especially reports that the IRS targeted conservative groups for unwarranted scrutiny during an election year. Members of the Committee will also ask pointed questions about the Justice Department’s decision to obtain two months worth of telephone records of reporters and editors for The Associated Press. Congress and the American people expect answers and accountability.
“In addition, after the horrific attacks in Boston on Patriots Day, we learned that in the years leading up the attacks several different federal agencies or departments received intelligence about the bombers but failed to connect the dots and share critical information with other agencies. The Obama Administration and Congress need to determine whether there are improvements that can be made going forward to facilitate inter-agency information sharing so that we can better detect and deter future home grown terrorist attacks. We must ensure our criminal laws and processes are up to the task of handling terrorism cases.
“The Attorney General also has some explaining to do regarding wasteful spending at the Justice Department. Although Attorney General Holder dramatically warned that sequestration would force the Department to make cuts that threaten the safety of all Americans, a closer look at the Department’s spending reveals many areas of extravagance, such as $10,000 pizza parties and the purchase of a new prison when others sit empty.
“Members of the House Judiciary Committee also have questions for the Attorney General about the politicization of the Justice Department under his leadership. There are several examples in which conclusions reached by career attorneys after thorough investigation have been overruled by Administration appointees for political reasons. The House Judiciary Committee has a responsibility to the American people to oversee the Justice Department to ensure that it is operating as efficiently and fairly as possible.”
And some more from the SkyNews:
Eric Holder is facing tough questions from Congress on a range of controversial issues affecting the Obama administration.
The Republican-led House Judiciary Committee is set to quiz the Attorney General on the Justice Department's seizure of phone records at The Associated Press.
But the government's handling of intelligence before the Boston Marathon bombings and the apparent IRS targeting of conservative groups could also figure at Wednesday's hearing.
On Tuesday, Mr Holder defended the subpoenas to the AP, saying it was justified as part of an investigation into a national security leak.
"This was a very serious leak, a very grave leak" that "put the American people at risk," he said, while declaring he had played no role in it. The government obtained the records in 2012 for more than 20 telephone lines.
In other words, the government is simply here to help you, by snooping on you.
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Moar lies.
I hope this guy goes to jail, and no, im not racist.
Previewing Today's Main Attraction: Eric Holder Lies Before The House At 1 PM
FIFY
Especially if he's asked "Are you now or have you ever been a corrupt motherfucker?" and he says no.
Corrupt is his middle name.
Interesting how everyone in a leadership position in our government is never aware or involved in anything their respective departments do. Instead of ignorance being a defense for wrongdoing, it should be an indictment of their inability to do their job.
Thank you Mr. Holder, yes we understand you're sorry. You're fired. Now let's get an Attorney General that actually knows what his own department is doing and upholds his oath to defend the Constitution.
Competence in Government? Accountability? Responsibility? Shirley you jest?
Totally agree. If you were running a business, the employee that stated, " I had no idea that was going on ..." would be terminated so quickly the ink on his pink slip wouldn't even have time to dry.
In government, it's simply the name of the game. The ol' Potomac 2-step, if you will.
Folks, all of the white hats in government are gone. Period, end of story.
Previewing Today's Main Attraction: Eric Holder Lies Before The House At 1 PM
Edzachary. Why bother with this dog and pony show?
Bought more ammo today.
Good thing Eric Holder interned at Second Saturday with Bathhouse Barry so they can improv like SNL in the golden age.
no doubt, he belong there. but i do wonder, why the sudden blow up in obama's face? why now? what is this a distraction from? has to be the looming economic collapse.
IF you believe there is a looming economic collapse; and,
IF you believe such a collapse was caused by deliberate actions; and,
IF you believe such actions were planned by a large and powerful group behind the scenes; and,
IF you believe such a powerful group intends to remain in control after the collapse ...
THEN ...
It makes sense that both the current governments and the banking system will be discredited before introducing a "new and improved" governance and banking system. To great fanfare and public adulation, one might add.
N'est-ce pas?
certainly seems like the plan... moar control... moar centralized power.
Dont worry about being racist... This guy is whiter than vanilla ice cream
Camaro...the worst Holder would dver get is the Corzine treatment...
There will be no jail time. Here's the deal: global socialists want to overthrow the U.S. and replace it with an authoritarian government "for the people." Best way to do this: find fellow travelers who are minorities so they will be beyond reproach. Black political leaders will not be touched and they know it, that's why they are so bold.
Two question for Americans:
1) Now that we are five years in do you feel that under the Obama administration the state is more transparent than ever before to the citizens that it governs or that citizens are more transparent than ever before to the state which governs them?
2) Do you expect your assessment will change one way or the other after The Affordable Care Act is more fully implemented in 2014?
I can answer for you on behalf of the average American:
1) Transparent? Whats that? I voted for him cuz he done black.
2) Obama not acting. Don't axe me 'bout acting.
Lol
don't hate the play'a...
It is so upsetting to me that we are the only country that punishes good decision makers...and rewards bad decisions. I bust my ass for 30 years....and make it, and all these people ant to do is take it away from me. Then if you are a complete loser...have lots of kids, and no motivation or ambition...you get everything for free. Really? And here in Oregon, I see these people abusing the system with that fucking food stamp card at Costco. Loads and loads of food taken out to a really nice car. Kids up the ass...and they are all on their cell phone. Oh yeah...and the IRS...you people flagged me because I donated to Ron Paul, and Rand Paul, and I go to the DailyPaul.....and you audited me because of that. I know what you bitches are up to. You try and break me down....it is not going to work. I will just work harder and smarter as you try to take more away. Benghazi, IRS Scandel, Sequester Scare, Spying on the News scandel.....will anything happen? NOPE. Becuase you guys at the top did a great job. Get the Hispanics on your side by promising amnesty, get the gays on your side by promoting same sex marriage, get the poor on your side by promising more free shit....You win. We the ones who work hard see what you are doing...this can't end well.
Your forgot the legalized pot, free housing (think squatters), free abortions, etc., etc. All on my dime as a drug-free, hardworking, IRS-audited, taxpaying "2-percenter". So yes, very frustrating.
I agree with the gist of your statement, but I think that you should rethink your view of legalized pot. Consider whether the current marijuana laws are:
* enriching the prison-guard unions
* justifying DEA thugs and paramilitary law-enforcement
* enriching growers and smugglers
* funding a vicious criminal underworld, just like Al Capone in prohibition days
So you're for pot remaining illegal? Get your authoritarian statist bullshit the fuck out.
Moar Reality TV.
Moooowaaaahhhaaahhhhaaahhhahahahhaah !!! (pause)
Moooowaaaahhhaaahhhhaaahhhahahahhaah (sigh)
Eric Holder, the Recuse Recluse?
Hey Holder, you got a little on your chin there buddy.
Thats just pus from his total corruption.
Are there any 'drinking games' we can play with this?
Yes finish your bottle and throw it as hard as you can at his face.
+20/20
A shot with every truth.
Everybody gets home safe.
lol +1
Why bother? Nothing is going to change until Christie loses enough weight to look presidential.
Do you really think he will walk for the presidency?
He may roll for the presidency.
that creep can roll man...
Dear Holder, I want my freedom back, you miserable SOB!
It's truly a shame that his parents did not name him Richard ...
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=qVhCNgct9JQ
Sound & Fury
The House is impotent..................................again.
Only term you need to know 'National Security' that is the Orwellian term and justification to supplant the current rule of law. You watch and see Obama will cite it in the last gasp to declare martial law to hold onto power when the heat gets too hot in the kitchen.
Repeat after me Pavlov dogs National Security = safety and security. Translated National Security = justification for dismantling rule of law and eroding natural freedoms and rights.
Should we do a shot every time he says, "national security"?
Maybe, we need a Holder drinking game that certainly would be a candidate for doing a shot.
"the current rule of law."
May I borrow your time machine?
Holder's answers:
1. I don't remember.
2. See answer number 1
Asking an attorney to answer questions is like asking a prostitute to say,
"I love you." while she's f*cking me.
As usual the house will ask all the wrong questions...
Play Ball! .....Softball that is.
If the past is anything to go by, we'll learn if Holder has ever used steroids. I think he has, but only as treatment for STDs.
I wonder if he has better recollection than Alberto "Can't recall" Gonzales. Total Recall would be great for once.
They will ask the RIGHT questions - for them.
"Attorney General Holder, who did you blow and when did you blow it?"
Good thing we're a nation of cowards - no one will dare ask him a controversial question.
I'm very excited to learn that I have the opportunity to watch Holder lie again! I am equally excited to learn that I get to watch congress fuck up and dodge any meaningful exchange with him in an attempt to avoid being called racist at even questioning Holder. What a great day for transparency and freedom. CSPAN here I come.
Generic House Democratic Questionner: I want to thank you SOOOOo much for taking the time to join us here in what will surely be considered an opposition party witch hunt. We thank you so much for your service and also for your time here to answer some questions.
Holder: Of course
Republican House Member: It appears that there is some kind of malfaesence here...can you help us to understand how you are involved and why you weren't able to stop this.
Holder: Well, it's alarge department see, and I can't be in charge of every single underling. It's clear that in our politically charged atmosphere that a lower level employee may wish to prove herself by catching a 'big fish' opposition party member in a fraudulent act to perhaps impress upon her superiors that she sould get a promotion. I can't control every single person.
Republican House Member: Ok, thank you. Have a nice day and thank you for your unwaivering service in spite f these constant unwarranted attacks on your reputation.
Holder: Of course.
Let me guess what he'll do:
1) Lie.
2) Blame Bush.
3) Blame Palin.
4) Blame 'rogue agents'.
5) Deny knowing anything.
6) Lie.
7) Skate without as much as a slap on the wrist and we'll all be here in six months or less with a far worse scandal from this brood of vipers in the White House.
When it gets serious, ...
8) Claim that he's too busy investigating Fast and Furious
9) Claim to be looking for the real killers
...and we will know that they are lying because their lips are moving...
No excuses, Holder. You are the head of the agency and are fully responsible for actions taken by your employees.
No passing this off onto a fall guy. You are responsible. I hope you can find another job, maybe picking apples or something, but you've shown yourself to be without morals and and are incapable of competent leadership.
You're FIRED you incompetent creep!
Same goes for the bankster CEOs, unfortunately we know how that turned out.
I have a better shot at convincing Kate Upton to marry me than any truth seeing the light of day in this situation, let alone anything actually being done about it.
Question to any lawyers out there on ZH, legally is there anything citizens can do against these autrocities? I mean as lawyers can you bring to terms rules and stipulations that apparently any person of power is immune too? Or is this really the reality of what things have become.
I can't wait as our country's freedom is at stake. About the only events that stand even the slightest chance of upstaging Holder's vitally important lesstimony would be another update regarding Angelina (titless) Jolie's latest display of pre-emptive low self-esteem or O. J. Pimpson's latest display of innocence.
God Bless us all.
The bread and circuses are a nice distraction for only so long don't forget to keep your knives and guilotine blades nice and sharp and ready for use on a moments notice. Also make sure you sniper rifle scopes and clean and debris free. When the chaos starts and the mobs are out for blood it is time to go hunting kids, time to get the lists made and checked twice to find out who has been naughty and who has been nice to take care of those the mob misses.
Time is getting close....
Watch what the left hand is doing....this is all about forgetting Benghazi...it will all be explained away. No worries.
Yes, the timing of everything going on right now is as suspicious as the acts themselves. Was there something more to Benghazi (obviously) that was deemed worthy of spilling the AP and IRS stories at the same time to try to distract the sheep??? I'm sure they have their fall guys already positioned, the recusing is in place, the outrage from the man in charge, demanding answers as if he doesn't know who was responsible. Quite a scene they have created here, but again what the heck is/was creeping to the surface on Benghazi to cause such a stir?
Oh yea. I'll be sure to watch it.
I suspect the Attorney General would also defend random murder and rapes of US citizens in the street if it were done by some bankster or Whitehouse friend.
These guys are simply dirty cnuts. There is not a crime they will not defend as legal and right if it is committed by one of their own.
And has there ever been a President more harmful to the US citizen than Obama. The wrong man at the worst possible time.
The wrong man at the worst possible time.
Pretty sure his handlers see it as the right man at the exact right time.
Just admit it Eric, your real name is Richard and your fathers name was Johnson.
You can't lie to the guillotine. hujel
Eh.. were lookin into it.
I can t comment due to an ongoing investigaiton.
I am awaiting the report.
Eh... executive priviledge.
We need more facts.
I know nothing about that.
Eh.. yeah, I heard something about that.
Eh.. I think its a rogue operation.
Under the current regime, I am allowed to selectively enforce the law of the land and selectively investigate and prosecute those events that suit my political needs. I will need the committees social security numbers before I leave the room. And dont forget the death panels.... thaks for the opportunity to be transparent and of public service. Fuck you very much.
"People want to know that their Attorney General is not a crook, I'm not a crook!"
"I did not have sex with that Woman."
"I have no recollection of that event."
"It depends on your definition of what 'is' is."
Kabuki time...
You mean "The Honorable" Mr. Holder?
Hey! Respek mah athoritay! Bitchez!
1PM Obama regime time = 1:45pm plebe time
"pizza parties"? Wtf is that a euphemism for?
Thats a brass musical instrument, cross between a trombone and an annaconda.
"It wasnt me ya seee it was it was crazed vandalls from outside the beltway,yeah yeah thats the story thats the ticket you know the kind without freckles! yeah thats the story"
Eric hold'em up Holder the Injustice Headfuck Poo(dle) of all poodles Watch the snot run into his moustache as he squirms in his seat. USSA USSA USSA
And not to distract too much from the IRS the revelations keep coming fast and furious..
http://www.breitbart.com/Big-Government/2013/05/14/Obama-campaign-co-cha...
One of President Barack Obama's re-election campaign co-chairmen used a leaked document from the IRS to attack GOP presidential nominee Mitt Romney during the 2012 election, according to the National Organization for Marriage (NOM).NOM, a pro-traditional marriage organization, claims the IRS leaked their 2008 confidential financial documents to the rival Human Rights Campaign. Those NOM documents were published on the Huffington Post on March 30, 2012. At that time, Joe Solmonese, a left-wing activist and Huffington Post contributor, was the president of the Human Rights Campaign (HRC). Solmonese was also a 2012 Obama campaign co-chairman.
Both the Huffington Post's Sam Stein and HRC described the leak as coming from a “whistleblower.” The Huffington Post used the document to write a story questioning former Massachusetts Governor Mitt Romney’s support for traditional marriage. The document showed Romney donated $10,000 to NOM. HRC went a step further than the Huffington Post in its criticism of Romney and accused him of using “racially divisive tactics” in a press release.
Solmonese, then still the HRC’s president, said in the release he felt Romney’s “funding of a hate-filled campaign designed to drive a wedge between Americans is beyond despicable.”
“Not only has Romney signed NOM’s radical marriage pledge, now we know he’s one of the donors that NOM has been so desperate to keep secret all these years,” Solmonese added.
Solmonese resigned his position at HRC the next day and took up a position as an Obama campaign co-chair. He had announced the then-pending resignation from HRC the previous autumn.
NOM announced Tuesday that it will sue the IRS for this alleged leak. Under immense political pressure, Attorney General Eric Holder launched a criminal investigation into the IRS's actions. Congress will conduct ts own investigation.
In early April 2012, NOM published documents which it said showed this leaked confidential information did not come from a “whistleblower” but “came directly from the Internal Revenue Service and was provided to NOM's political opponents, the Human Rights Campaign (HRC).”
NOM discovered that when HRC published its confidential financial documents, it failed to conceal the source of the documents. “After software removed the layers obscuring the document, it is shown that the document came from the Internal Revenue Service,” NOM asserted in its April 2012 release.
“The top of each page says, ‘THIS IS A COPY OF A LIVE RETURN FROM SMIPS. OFFICIAL USE ONLY,’" the statement continues. "On each page of the return is stamped a document ID of ‘100560209.’ Only the IRS would have the Form 990 with ‘Official Use’ information."
NOM president Brian Brown argued in that April 2012 release that the leak was made to benefit President Obama’s re-election campaign against Romney, his GOP challenger. “The American people are entitled to know how a confidential tax return containing private donor information filed exclusively with the Internal Revenue Service has been given to our political opponents whose leader also happens to be co-chairing President Obama's reelection committee,” Brown said.
“It is shocking that a political ally of President Obama's would come to possess and then publicly release a confidential tax return that came directly from the Internal Revenue Service," he declared. "We demand to know who is responsible for this criminal act and what the Administration is going to do to get to the bottom of it.”
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The best of this hearing will be when the Honorable Johnson asks "will anything this committee does cause an island to tip over..are we certain.." I yeilds... to Hon Sheila who will ask "is the tea prty equivalnet to the KKK"... I yeilds to the Hon. Conyers who will ask "Eric, anything you can do to spring Monica?" ... I yield back to Hon. Johnson... who is nodding off......
Remember, if no one goes to jail, it means NOTHING. Jail time alone shows whether they are serious.
None of the connected are going to jail.
If anyone does, it'll be someone WAY down the ladder or someone they think might blow the whistle - can't beat a good preemptive strike.