State Department Refutes Key Statements By Clinton On Email Scandal; Finds That She Violated Clear Rules
Has any major US presidential candidate ever been allowed to run while also being the focus of such a wide-ranging federal investigation? A cynic might conclude that since Clinton is “the establishment’s” choice, such potential criminal wrongdoing can be overlooked.
While the New York Times has reported that
the “State Department’s inspector general sharply criticized Hillary
Clinton’s exclusive use of a private email server” and “undermined some
of Mrs. Clinton’s previous statements”, the report did far more than
criticize and undermine. It directly contradicted Clinton’s assertions
on a number of key points. It further indicated not only clear
violations of the State Department rules, but rules that were made clear
to Clinton and her staff. (The Washington Post took a more critical view of Clinton’s statements in light of the report).
Moreover, while this report deals with State regulations and rules (as
well as the Federal Records Act), it does have bearing on the ongoing criminal investigation to the degree that it shows knowledge or reckless disregard of the security protocols and rules. It does show precisely that.
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