Memo to White House: Lawyer Up

[wet dog]

Found this little gem while following the LTC West camp in FL.

Congratulations LTC(Ret.) now Congressman West.

http://thehill.com/blogs/blog-briefing-room/news/128005-rep-elect-west-plans-to-join-congressional-black-caucus

Memo to White House: Lawyer Up

FACT: Democratic strategists say President Barack Obama needs to act fast to make sure that one of the most tangible consequences of the Republican takeover of the House — an army of GOP committee chairman seeking confidential executive branch deliberations — doesn't swamp the day-to-day work of the White House.
In fact, Veterans of the contentious battles of the Clinton administration warn that the Obama White House is entirely Unprepared for the level of scrutiny it is about to experience.
FACT: "They've already been complaining that they're beleaguered by Congress," said one veteran Democratic strategist. I don't think White House aides have the slightest idea what they're facing."

Read more: http://www.politico.com/news/stories/1110/44709.html#ixzz14SVX3R5j

[echoes]

Read more: http://www.politico.com/news/stories/1110/44709.html#ixzz14SVX3R5j


"A White House spokesman had no comment Wednesday on any staff changes or hiring to accommodate Republican inquiries. However, one official said the White House would do what’s necessary to respond to congressional queries.

"We will of course support Congress in meeting its legitimate oversight responsibilities,” said a White House aide, who asked not to be named. “It's our hope that the administration and Congress can work together to ensure that this important function is not abused to score political points or for other improper purposes."

Great find WD Sir!

Here is to hoping the GOP Congresscritters open up many, many cans of kick ass on the Administration! Now that would be doing their job, IMHO.:munchin

Holly

[PRB]

Found this little gem while following the LTC West camp in FL.

Congratulations LTC(Ret.) now Congressman West.

http://thehill.com/blogs/blog-briefing-room/news/128005-rep-elect-west-plans-to-join-congressional-black-caucus

Memo to White House: Lawyer Up

FACT: Democratic strategists say President Barack Obama needs to act fast to make sure that one of the most tangible consequences of the Republican takeover of the House — an army of GOP committee chairman seeking confidential executive branch deliberations — doesn't swamp the day-to-day work of the White House.
In fact, Veterans of the contentious battles of the Clinton administration warn that the Obama White House is entirely Unprepared for the level of scrutiny it is about to experience.
FACT: "They've already been complaining that they're beleaguered by Congress," said one veteran Democratic strategist. I don't think White House aides have the slightest idea what they're facing."

Read more: http://www.politico.com/news/stories/1110/44709.html#ixzz14SVX3R5j

Went to DC for Al's swearing in etc and a reception. Al is a great guy and I suspect you'll hear more good stuff from him.

[Gypsy]

... said one veteran Democratic strategist. I don't think White House aides have the slightest idea what they're facing."


There's an understatement if I've ever seen one.