'A threat to accountable democracy': Some Republicans object to Trump dismissal of federal watchdog

"The firings of multiple Inspectors General is unprecedented; doing so without good cause chills the independence essential to their purpose. It is a threat to accountable democracy and a fissure in the constitutional balance of power," Romney tweeted.

Engel and Menedez cited reports that Secretary of State Mike Pompeo, who Linick was allegedly investigating for use of State Department staff to run personal errands for himself and his wife, had personally recommended the inspector general's removal. On Sunday, Pelosi said on CBS's News"Face the Nation" that it was"typical of the White House" to announce"something that is very unsavory" so"late on a Friday night," when less of the public was likely to hear the news.

Johnson said he is"an advocate for inspector generals," but,"in the end, they serve at the pleasure of the president, and he's got the authority to hire and terminate."

Doesn’t milt Romney have ties to the Ukraine scandal that comprises his ability to fairly represent the great people of Utah

When do the committee hearings start in senate, tomorrow.

The President determines his staff ! No explanation is required !

Some or ONE...the same guy that’s been trying to get hired by the President?

What part of “serve at the pleasure of the president” are all you folks having difficulty with?

About time

An objection from an asshole from Utah. Okay. So what.

Speaking out is not sufficient. Action needs to be taken MittRomney SenatorCollins

Thank you to our President.

Oh the hand wringing! Oh the pearl clutching! Oh will he never learn the lesson he was supposed to learn after being impeached. As if it really matters to them. As if Trump cares a fig what they think or say.

Only scum romney said anything negative about our President’s right to keep or dismiss at his whim KAG 2020!

When Obama did it, no one cared. Hypocrisy.

'Some Republican lawmakers'. Most seem to not give a damn.

whats new here.over 100 gone ain't it.

Still nothing is gonna happen to trump. He’s gonna get away with everything

Romney hates POTUS hard to take him seriously about anything

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Now they are objecting to actions? Please. You all gave him the green light to do what he wanted when you didn’t vote to impeach him! Just shut up and take your loss that is coming in November

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'some Rep lawmakers' Do the others actually know the rules and laws of being a representative? Sure seems like they don't have a clue.

Demonic vulture capitalist Mitt Romney says blah blah blah.

But as usual, the upset republican members are going to do SFA about it. ShrugItOff

As long as it's just 'some' no worries

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