The right is happy to see two senators leave; wishes some in the FBI would
Not many conservatives are morning the news of the retirement of Sen. Orrin Hatch, (R-Utah). On the other hand, the passing of Al Frankin, (D-Minn.), couldn’t be better news. A roundup of editorials looks at the two departures and hints that more would be welcome.
From columnist Ann Coulter: Franken was not given the chance to fully defend himself, but he should be used to that. It’s the same thing he did to others.
Tina Smith is a dedicated public servant who has worked tirelessly on behalf of Minnesotans. I spoke with her last night, and I know she'll be an effective U.S. senator who brings people together to get things done. I'll be following @SenTinaSmith. Hope you do too. https://t.co/eElScrfQpr
— U.S. Senator Al Franken (@SenFranken) January 3, 2018
2. An unfond farewell to un-statesman Orrin Hatch
From Michelle Malkin: Will you be sad to see Orrin Hatch leave the Senate? Most conservatives won’t.
Republican Sen. Orrin Hatch says he'd support Mitt Romney if the 2012 GOP presidential nominee enters the race to replace him https://t.co/Cqfw2Wq7PP pic.twitter.com/B9hBh6dfoH
— CNN (@CNN) January 4, 2018
3. Trump is right about the FBI
From Paul Callan: Who else needs to leave Washington? The FBI leadership that put the department in an uncomfortable position.
