Democrats May Tie Mukasey Confirmation to Gonzales Papers

Washington Post:

The retired federal judge nominated as attorney general enjoyed a warm reception on Capitol Hill yesterday, but Democrats continued sending mixed signals about whether their dispute with the White House over congressional access to sensitive administration documents will be an impediment to his confirmation.

Michael B. Mukasey, 66, met with key members of both parties, including Senate Judiciary Committee Chairman Patrick J. Leahy (D-Vt.). Both Leahy and Sen. Charles E. Schumer (D-N.Y.), who also met with Mukasey, said they are hopeful and optimistic that the nomination will be successful, as aides suggested that efforts to reach a deal on the documents were intensifying.

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Comments

[CarmanK]

I think the Democrats ought to confirm Mulkasey after a thorough vetting of his qualifications. They should not let the Attorney General's appointment be another defeat for them and victory for Bush/Cheney. Mulkasey is supposed to be an honorable man, who will protect the American people's right under the Constitution to transparency in government. Confirm him, if qualified, and then ask for the paperwork.

[sleeperjoejoe]

I bet you all like Al franken?

The fucking idiot. You do! ok

[sleeperjoejoe]

I see that this is a bunch of children here. I must go.

[sleeperjoejoe]

Give me your number. Idiot.

[sleeperjoejoe]

What fucking idiots!

Joe

[joebaggadonuts]

Leahey, don't approve him without FIRST getting the Gonzo papers and SECOND without asking some tough questions about how Mukasey will handle a) enemy combatants, b) tourture not sanctioned by the Geneva Convention, and c) internment camps for Moslems. These are the issues he will face and before you confirm him he needs to go on record with his policy regarding these issues.

[milo9]

Hey look, the chances are Leahy will ultimately cave. There's no doubt in my mind that Senator Schumer is on the other team. But for now I'm supporting Leahy until I see different.

I'll call his office ([phone]) to express my support. Who knows maybe it'll prop the old geezer up long enough for the A.G. firings to enter the news cycle again.

[springsm]

Oh come on..another veiled threat by Mr. Leahy. Mr. L does seem to have alittle bit of credibility but they won't make the papers come forth. Bush wants this all done by October 7. They will just ignore, the guy will be confirmed and that will be that.

[Mike169]

Wash. Times Hits Mukasey For Stopping Forced Drugging

Attorney General nominee Michael B. Mukasey stopped federal prosecutors from forcibly administering anti-psychotic drugs last year to a former congressional aide they wanted to stand trial on charges of working with Saddam Hussein's Iraqi intelligence agents before the war. (from the story)

The Washington Times, always the voice of moderation an compassion, is owned by Rev. Sun Myung Moon's Unification Church. Rev. Moon who considers himself a god displays his love for his creatures in the mode of Caligula.

[FrankN]

I want Leahy to insist on all conditions ultimately needed to clean up the corruption and mess at the Justice Department. As Leahy has said, no one in the Administration takes responsibility (or words to that effect). DOJ corrpution will be more long-lasting and swept under the rug if Leahy isn't insistent now. We can do without a political appointee in that position for a few months as far as I'm concerned.

[citizenofmars]

anthrax boy? never

[kmccaskill]

just confirm him

Hypocrite Hillary(DC Experience Matters?JFK & Bill HAD LIL

This Video Is Showing That Hillary is a hypocrite for saying obama has no experience

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=LBy3AKn_2Fk

[milo9]

Hell no don't confirm him. If those papers aren't forthcoming, then it's hard to believe that a new A.G., confirmed under those circumstances, would be anymore inclined to support the rule of law than Alberto Gonzales.

[dora rice]

then vote for Obama who is stopping you?

[waynesmyer]

And what makes you think that Mukasey is not an older clone of Alberto "Speedy" Gonzalez ?
If you want Law & Order don't vote for Ready Freddie Thompson! Lwayno

[citizenofmars]

The guy is a Giuliani protege. What more proof of criminality do you need?

[Defyant]

I'm hoping Mukasey is a man with some integrity and a willingness to follow the law. That may be expecting too much at this point. It seems very few of our lawmakers are willing to jeopardize their political careers to follow the dictates of their office.

Where is America's anger?

[dadw5boys]

Democrats have been forced to wait to act and when they do act it will pay off. They need to reclaim power over the Presidents office and War Powers.

[factanonverba]

Senator Leahy, you are gaining credibility and my respect. Politics is a game of hardball at times and I urge you play it with vigor. To see the Democratic Party regain a long lost groove, to set the agenda and the course of the ship of state is more than just reassuring, it's simply enchanting. This is what I expect from the Democrats.

[Kansas Evans]

dito

[citizenofmars]

Leahy is one of those sorryass politicians who always says he's going to do some radical stuff but never does. Like Elliot Spitzer in N.Y. Posing as some sort of "reformers", this type of coward politico can be relied upon to give endless false hope to his constituents. Gotta remember, this guy was sent Anthrax that was a Pentagon lab. He's compromised and blackmailed but good. Forever. What a sick joke the Dems are playing on America. Hey Hillary! You know those were bombs in the WTC. God help us all.