Minority Leader Kevin McCarthy commits obstruction of justice on Twitter:
My statement on Democrats asking companies to violate federal law: pic.twitter.com/XELEVNbx65
— Kevin McCarthy (@GOPLeader) August 31, 2021
Seriously, even Mob bosses know not to say this kind of thing in public.
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Noted commie Ken White said there is at least colorable legal argument that this is obstruction of justice. Which sounds bad until you realize the good news. This isn’t Cancel Culture, so keep on moving folks, nothing to see here.Report
I predict that absolutely nothing will come of this.Report
A prison term would be appropriate, but I’m sure you’re right.Report
Yeah, if they’re not going to punish treason, what’s a little thuggery?Report
I predict that Bennie Thompson will soon issue subpoenas and include McCarthy’s records in them to make the point. His district LOVES him, in no small measure because he is not cowed by pale, pasty Republican men.Report
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Another data point that the modern GOP has become radical and revolutionary, where they refuse to accept the legitimacy of opposition and see democracy and the rule of law as impediments to be overcome, by force if necessary.Report