The Washington Times discusses new resources for tracking earmarks and the impact on the process. Still, all sides agreed that the new rules do allow for more scrutiny than ever. Reporters have been able to examine earmarks from start to finish, and analysts and the public have been able to stack up members’ requests against […]
Category: Senate
Sen. Ensign addresses ethics issues on CNN
Taegan Goddard’s Political Wire links to a CNN interview of Sen. John Ensign. In the video, Ensign is questioned about Senate ethics issues and lobbying rules.
Ethics rules (and the internet?) to blame for perceived partisan vitriol?
One Senator notes the role of ethics rules in the atmosphere in Washington. Senator Hatch explains: “Both parties have become very polarized,” Mr. Hatch said. “A lot of that is because of the stupid ethics rules. We can’t get together at various events. A lot of people complain about taking foreign trips, which are really […]