Don’t Give Mukasey a Pass

Marie Cocco / Truthdig Oct 25, 2007 The nominee for attorney general doesn't know "what is involved" in waterboarding, and he appears to back Bush's usurpation of power. Isn't it time for the Democrats to grow some spine? Dig deeper ( 3 Min. Read )

When You’re Right, You’re Right

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Bush Taps Former Judge to Head Justice Department

Staff / Truthdig Sep 18, 2007 President Bush has selected former federal judge Michael Mukasey as his new attorney general. Mukasey has a reputation for being tough and impatient, which is fortunate, considering that he'll have only 15 months to turn around an ailing Justice Department. Dig deeper ( 1 Min. Read )

Gen. Pace Isn’t Going Quietly

Staff / Truthdig Jun 16, 2007 Outgoing Joint Chiefs of Staff Chairman Gen. Peter Pace says he did not resign voluntarily, but "I've been told I'm done." Defense Secretary Robert Gates openly admitted that he would not seek another term for Pace in order to avoid a difficult confirmation. Pace has been closely tied to the Iraq war and its fortunes from the start, and only made matters worse recently with a public declaration of homophobia. Dig deeper ( 1 Min. Read )

War Czar Admits Doubts About ‘Surge’

Staff / Truthdig Jun 8, 2007 Lt. Gen. Douglas Lute told the Senate Armed Services Committee on Thursday that he had "concerns" over the military "surge" in Iraq during its planning and development. He said the operation would "likely have only temporary and localized effects" unless it was matched by efforts from the Iraqi government and American civilian authorities. Dig deeper ( 1 Min. Read )

From the Mind That Brought You Torture

Marie Cocco / Truthdig Mar 20, 2007 Attorney General Alberto Gonzales suddenly finds himself in hot water over the U.S. attorneys scandal, but the truth is, the Senate should never have confirmed him in the first place. Dig deeper ( 3 Min. Read )

Gates Confirmed by Senate

Staff / Truthdig Dec 7, 2006 Robert Gates has been confirmed by the Senate with enormous support. While much has been made of Gates' "fresh perspective" on the war, Sen. Arlen Specter (R-Pa.) pointed out that it is the president who structures policy. And this president is notorious for selectively listening to advice. Dig deeper ( 1 Min. Read )

Gates Says U.S. Isn’t Winning War

Staff / Truthdig Dec 6, 2006 When asked during his confirmation hearing today whether the United States was winning the war in Iraq, Robert Gates said simply, "No, sir." The nominee for defense secretary, who later went on to soften his position, is expected to receive a speedy confirmation. Update: The Senate Armed Services Committee has voted unanimously to recommend approval of Gates' confirmation. Dig deeper ( 1 Min. Read )

Mr. Fish – Hayden’s Confirmation Hearings

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Hayden: ‘We Just Took Too Much for Granted’ in Iraq

Staff / Truthdig May 19, 2006 That's what Gen. Hayden said about the prewar Iraq intelligence failures. But there was no contrition for the domestic wiretapping activities he oversaw at the NSA. In contrast, he strongly defended the programs. Well, now that he's taken responsibility, at least we know what we're in for if he gets confirmed. Dig deeper ( 1 Min. Read )

Hayden Denounces Media Coverage of CIA Activities

Staff / Truthdig May 18, 2006 Gen. Michael Hayden bemoaned the "endless picking apart" of CIA operations in the news media during today's confirmation hearing on his nomination to head the intelligence agency. If the architect of the NSA domestic wiretapping program gets this promotion, it will be like a Jon Stewart joke gone horribly wrong. Dig deeper ( 1 Min. Read )

Alito Leaves Door Open to Reversing ‘Roe’

Staff / Truthdig Jan 12, 2006 The nominee signals he might revisit the abortion ruling. | storyIn an editorial, the New York Times says that Alito has "given the American people reasons to be worried." | editorialAlso, in a heated exchange, Ted Kennedy spars with Arlen Specter over Alito's membership in a discriminatory Princeton club. | video Dig deeper ( 1 Min. Read )