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Fri Sep 13, 2013, 08:15 PM Sep 2013

diaper boy calls for ethics probe of boxer and reid, claims bribery

- A Senate Republican requested an ethics investigation of Democrats who hinted they may use his personal scandal to fight his effort to defund part of Obamacare.

Sen. David Vitter, R-La., has been demanding a Senate vote on a proposal to repeal federal contributions to help pay for healthcare coverage for members of Congress under the Affordable Care Act, commonly known as Obamacare. The provision was included in the 2010 legislation by Sen. Chuck Grassley, R-Iowa.

Politico Friday reported Senate Democrats were preparing legislation to deny such healthcare contributions if there is "probable cause" a recipient solicited prostitutes.

http://www.upi.com/Top_News/US/2013/09/13/Vitter-calls-for-ethics-probe-of-Reid-Boxer-claims-bribery/UPI-13241379103488/

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diaper boy calls for ethics probe of boxer and reid, claims bribery (Original Post) cali Sep 2013 OP
Diaper boy needs to stick the pacifier back in his mouth and gopiscrap Sep 2013 #1
The Vitter Shitter Critter appears to be somewhat nervous. Pity. 11 Bravo Sep 2013 #2
The fact that Vitter will forever be remembered Summer Hathaway Sep 2013 #3
The fact that he felt the need to bring this up Grateful for Hope Sep 2013 #4
The truth is an absolute defense. He should call a whabulance. nt LaydeeBug Sep 2013 #5
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