Gonzo No-Show

Alberto VO5 pulls out of a House hearing. Meanwhile the President gives him the old Michael-Fredo kiss of death by showing his "unwavering support."

And the Feinstein amendment passes 94-2, restoring Senate oversight to the US Attorney confirmation process. Not a ringing endorsement of Abu G.

If you'd like to read some more in-depth pieces on elements of the USA case, Josh Marshall has a good one about Carol Lam and the infamous March 2005 "hit list" on which she is targeted; Marshall argues that immigration was likely not the reason for that targeting, and that the DoJ never brought it up with her. And eriposte at The Left Coaster discusses USA for Western Michigan Margaret Chiara, and the circumstances surrounding her dismissal.