The Justice Department investigation into the firings of nine U.S. attorneys has been extended to encompass allegations that senior White House officials played a role in providing false and misleading information to Congress, according to numerous sources involved in the inquiry.
The widened scope raises the possibility that investigators will pursue criminal charges against some administration officials, and recommend appointment of a special prosecutor if there is evidence of criminal misconduct.
TVNL Comment: Sure they will explore criminal charges...they just won't file any.
The Republican majority in the House of Representatives has blocked an inquiry into Defense Secretary Pete...
