Clinton sworn in last night, still faces donor questions

Posted By Carolyn O'Hara Thursday, January 22, 2009 - 2:53 PM Share

Bloomberg reports the obvious this morning that Hillary will still face questions on Clinton Foundation donors in the weeks and months ahead. In summarizing the criticism and questioning she received from fellow senators during her confirmation hearing and the Senate vote yesterday, they got this response from Hillary's spokesman:

Asked for comment on the senators’ criticism, Clinton spokesman Philippe Reines responded by e-mail: "94-2." 

Here's Hillary being sworn in last night in her Senate office, with Bill looking on:

Photo courtesy of State Department

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PYW

3:28 PM ET

January 22, 2009

Doubt this will be a problem

Here's what I consider the key graf from that Bloomberg article:

Ethics lawyer Jan Baran of Wiley Rein LLP in Washington said the Clintons know foundation donations will be closely watched.

“They know that accepting money will be highly and very publicly scrutinized, so I expect they will make every effort to avoid controversy,” he said.

 

PYW

4:14 PM ET

January 22, 2009

Addendum

I also believe Bill is removing himself from the day-to-day operations of the foundation, which should help.

 

TERRYDO

9:09 PM ET

January 22, 2009

"Bloom where you are planted"

"Bloom where you are planted" is what Hillary likes to say and this rare orchid (Hillary) will blossom beautifully as Secretary of State...

 

WIFFIETIFF

8:40 PM ET

January 23, 2009

An ardent admirer

Bill often mentions how proud he is of Hillary. In this picture, his facial expression confirms that thought.

 

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