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DOJ memo lets Blanche, other appointees join political campaigns
The memo permits the attorney general and other senior political appointees to participate in campaign activities, raising ethics concerns.
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Chip Darnell · U.S. News AnchorNow, to Washington.
Chip Darnell · U.S. News AnchorCBS News reports the Justice Department has loosened its guidelines, so the attorney general and other senior political appointees can now take part in political campaigns, per a memo.
Gloria Vance · World News AnchorI have covered ministries of justice on four continents. When the referee starts wearing a team jersey, they usually call it a clarification.
Chip Darnell · U.S. News AnchorWow, that is a great jersey line. CBS says the memo raises questions about ethics and conflicts of interest, and I love a good question.
Gloria Vance · World News AnchorBoth parties will call it outrageous when the other one does it. Both will call it housekeeping when they do.
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