Monday, August 23rd, 2010
Patrick Fitzgerald, Justice Department corruption, Obama protected before and after 2008 election
Patrick Fitzgerald, Justice Department corruption, Obama protected before and after 2008 election Judicial Watch assessment of the Rod Blagojevich trial. “If you read the press coverage of this verdict, it is clear that public reaction to the verdict is nearly universal: “One count? That’s it!? Is this a joke?” No, it’s no joke. And, truthfully, this is the result I expected after the government wrapped up its case. It looked like the prosecution’s case was distorted in order to protect President Obama, Rahm Emanuel and Valerie Jarrett. It’s that simple.”Read More
Blagojevich retrial, Rezko Levine et al waiting sentencing, Citizen Wells open thread, August 23, 2010
Blagojevich retrial, Rezko Levine et al waiting sentencing From the Chicago tribune, a list of Blagojevich trial potential witnesses waiting on sentencing. “–Antoin “Tony” Rezko: Former fundraiser for Blagojevich and Barack Obama and key adviser to Blagojevich, convicted in June 2008 of fraud, money laundering and bribery for scheming to make millions of dollars by squeezing campaign contributions or kickbacks from firms seeking business with the Teachers Retirement System and Health Facilities Planning Board. On the witness list for Blagojevich’s trial, but did not testify, and is awaiting sentencing. StillRead More