Post by: wolfbait on December 15, 2018, 04:49:50 PM
https://www.thegatewaypundit.com/2018/12/interior-secretary-zinke-to-step-down-after-dems-bury-him-in-legal-fees-and-investigations-over-his-trump-socks-real-estate-deals/
Post by: mfswallace on December 15, 2018, 04:57:46 PM
Post by: Jake Dogfish on December 15, 2018, 05:13:05 PM
Post by: KFhunter on December 15, 2018, 05:49:07 PM
Butch Otter would be great in dealing with wolves at Fed level!:yeah: :tup:
Post by: bigtex on December 15, 2018, 06:40:51 PM
Interior Secretary Zinke to Step Down After Dems Bury Him in Legal Fees and Investigations Over His Trump Socks, Real Estate DealsSurprise surprise an ultra right wing website talked about one BS investigation into Zinke and not the others (including the ones that found Zinke violated rules).
https://www.thegatewaypundit.com/2018/12/interior-secretary-zinke-to-step-down-after-dems-bury-him-in-legal-fees-and-investigations-over-his-trump-socks-real-estate-deals/
Zinke's own Office of Inspector General has referred a criminal investigation to DOJ regarding his actions.
Even the Fox News article on Zinke's resignation provides insight into his "issues".
Post by: bigtex on December 15, 2018, 06:49:08 PM
Great news! :tup::yeah:
Here's my take on Zinke:
Con:
-Really was more of a Director of the National Park Service than anything else. He couldn't stop talking about parks. He'd be at a Wildlife Refuge and simply talk about parks.
-Does not like the law enforcement programs under DOI other than the US Park Police. He wouldn't even show up to a meeting with the Chief Federal Game Warden.
-He acted as if he oversaw the US Forest Service even though he doesn't. He frequently talked about managing National Forests, yet the USFS isn't under his department. He even admitted he wanted USFS moved to DOI.
-Supported the grizzly bear move into WA
Pro:
-Was against the sale/transfer of federal lands to private/state entities
-Supported hunting/fishing on DOI lands, although in some instances he took credit for decisions made before his appointment
As far as who will replace him, a lot of rumors have said his Deputy, Dave Bernhardt (who I have personally met), who served as the DOI Solicitor (legal counsel) under GW Bush will likely get the nod but we will have to wait and see.
Post by: Tinmaniac on December 15, 2018, 06:54:24 PM
Post by: KFhunter on December 15, 2018, 10:46:27 PM
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As far as who will replace him, a lot of rumors have said his Deputy, Dave Bernhardt (who I have personally met), who served as the DOI Solicitor (legal counsel) under GW Bush will likely get the nod but we will have to wait and see.
I like the guy already :chuckle:
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Post by: Sandberm on December 16, 2018, 06:34:19 AM
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Two outgoing Republican congressmen are said to be interested in the job.
Rep. Raul Labrador of Idaho planned to go to the White House on Saturday to discuss the job with officials, said a GOP congressional aide who spoke on condition of anonymity to describe Labrador’s private plans. Labrador, 51, a member of the conservative House Freedom Caucus, who is retiring from Congress after eight years. He lost a bid for his state’s GOP gubernatorial nomination last spring.
Rep. Jeff Denham, R-Calif., is also interested in Zinke’s job, according to another Republican congressional aide who described the situation only on condition of anonymity. The aide said the White House has made inquiries about Denham to Rep. Kevin McCarthy, R-Calif., who will be House minority leader next year. Denham, 51, has been involved in water issues in California. He lost his bid for re-election last month.
Post by: ribka on December 19, 2018, 01:05:02 PM
Another clown bites the dust.The best and the brightest?More like dunb and dumber.The grand finale should be quite the show.
Calling a decorated navy seal and war hero a clown
Typical west side
Post by: WAcoyotehunter on December 19, 2018, 01:17:06 PM
He can be both. Im sure he was a fine soldier, but as Secretary of Interior he was incompetent and crooked. I'm glad to see him goAnother clown bites the dust.The best and the brightest?More like dunb and dumber.The grand finale should be quite the show.
Calling a decorated navy seal and war hero a clown
Typical west side
Post by: ribka on December 19, 2018, 01:18:11 PM
Are you saying Zinke was convicted for using his position to help his wife out in a real estate deal?
Is the investigation completed?
So government officials cannot legally use their position to enrich family members and friends?
Should they be investigated and referred for prosecution if they did?
A bit confusing
Interior Secretary Zinke to Step Down After Dems Bury Him in Legal Fees and Investigations Over His Trump Socks, Real Estate DealsSurprise surprise an ultra right wing website talked about one BS investigation into Zinke and not the others (including the ones that found Zinke violated rules).
https://www.thegatewaypundit.com/2018/12/interior-secretary-zinke-to-step-down-after-dems-bury-him-in-legal-fees-and-investigations-over-his-trump-socks-real-estate-deals/
Zinke's own Office of Inspector General has referred a criminal investigation to DOJ regarding his actions.
Even the Fox News article on Zinke's resignation provides insight into his "issues".
Post by: ribka on December 19, 2018, 01:22:36 PM
What criminal act was he convicted of?
Rep Grivalja of Arizona accused him of ethics violations but no evidence. Rep Grivalja just paid off a female employ with over $40000 of tax payer money for drunken harassment. Sounds like a stand up ethics investigator. Where’s the metoo outraged gals on this?
Still confused
He can be both. Im sure he was a fine soldier, but as Secretary of Interior he was incompetent and crooked. I'm glad to see him goAnother clown bites the dust.The best and the brightest?More like dunb and dumber.The grand finale should be quite the show.
Calling a decorated navy seal and war hero a clown
Typical west side
Post by: WAcoyotehunter on December 19, 2018, 01:34:46 PM
Post by: Jonathan_S on December 19, 2018, 01:54:36 PM
I'm proud of our SEALS but it has nothing to do with being Sec of the Interior
Post by: mburrows on December 19, 2018, 01:58:17 PM
I was never excited about him for the reasons that @bigtex presented.
I'm proud of our SEALS but it has nothing to do with being Sec of the Interior
Have the highest regard for anybody that put on the uniform in any capacity but just because of what your job was/is does not make you a good person or good at another job.
Post by: ribka on December 19, 2018, 01:59:48 PM
Not convicted of anything, yet. Which is why he stepped down instead of getting fired....he's facing federal investigations into his travel, political activity and potential conflicts of interest.
Here’s the guy who accused Zinke of ethics violations
https://www.google.com/amp/s/amp.azcentral.com/amp/901534001
Post by: Tinmaniac on December 19, 2018, 02:16:30 PM
You should remind us all why the clown in the white house wasn't allowed to attend John McCains funeral before you get all patriotic.I bet he got your vote though.How about Mike Flynn?He wore a uniform.Another clown bites the dust.The best and the brightest?More like dunb and dumber.The grand finale should be quite the show.
Calling a decorated navy seal and war hero a clown
Typical west side
Post by: bigtex on December 19, 2018, 03:11:26 PM
I was never excited about him for the reasons that @bigtex presented.:yeah:
I'm proud of our SEALS but it has nothing to do with being Sec of the Interior
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Post by: ribka on December 19, 2018, 05:00:38 PM
So it’s ok for politicians as long as their corrupt Dems to use their positions to make sweetheartdeals for family members
https://abcstlouis.com/news/local/companies-tied-to-mccaskills-husband-reaped-131-million-in-federal-money-since-2007
Still think cowardly to call a navy seal a clown but I bet your job has had a lot more risk
You should remind us all why the clown in the white house wasn't allowed to attend John McCains funeral before you get all patriotic.I bet he got your vote though.How about Mike Flynn?He wore a uniform.Another clown bites the dust.The best and the brightest?More like dunb and dumber.The grand finale should be quite the show.
Calling a decorated navy seal and war hero a clown
Typical west side
Post by: shallowforks on December 19, 2018, 05:37:42 PM
You should remind us all why the clown in the white house wasn't allowed to attend John McCains funeral before you get all patriotic.I bet he got your vote though.How about Mike Flynn?He wore a uniform.Another clown bites the dust.The best and the brightest?More like dunb and dumber.The grand finale should be quite the show.
Calling a decorated navy seal and war hero a clown
Typical west side
I don't think he meant that hes a clown because of his service but rather in spite of.
Post by: WAcoyotehunter on December 19, 2018, 06:34:08 PM
So it’s ok for politicians as long as their corrupt Dems to use their positions to make sweetheartdeals for family members
https://abcstlouis.com/news/local/companies-tied-to-mccaskills-husband-reaped-131-million-in-federal-money-since-2007
Still think cowardly to call a navy seal a clown but I bet your job has had a lot more riskYou should remind us all why the clown in the white house wasn't allowed to attend John McCains funeral before you get all patriotic.I bet he got your vote though.How about Mike Flynn?He wore a uniform.Another clown bites the dust.The best and the brightest?More like dunb and dumber.The grand finale should be quite the show.
Calling a decorated navy seal and war hero a clown
Typical west side
no one said it was ok... Are you arguing that the stuff Zinke did was ok? I would expect and support firing anyone, despite party lines. Hopefully everyone would.
Post by: Tinmaniac on December 19, 2018, 08:07:07 PM
Is that your answer?Because democrats?I have another question while your waiving the flag.Why was Trump not asked to speak at GHW Bush funeral?It is protocol for the acting commander in chief to say a few kind words at a former commander in chiefs funeral.
So it’s ok for politicians as long as their corrupt Dems to use their positions to make sweetheartdeals for family members
https://abcstlouis.com/news/local/companies-tied-to-mccaskills-husband-reaped-131-million-in-federal-money-since-2007
Still think cowardly to call a navy seal a clown but I bet your job has had a lot more riskYou should remind us all why the clown in the white house wasn't allowed to attend John McCains funeral before you get all patriotic.I bet he got your vote though.How about Mike Flynn?He wore a uniform.Another clown bites the dust.The best and the brightest?More like dunb and dumber.The grand finale should be quite the show.
Calling a decorated navy seal and war hero a clown
Typical west side
Post by: CAMPMEAT on December 19, 2018, 08:18:30 PM