Conyers Breaks Law, Will Become Judiciary Chairman

U.S. House Representative John Conyers, D-MI, broke the law when he forced his staffers to do personal errands for him, including working in his re-election campaign. An investigation ensued in 2003 by the House Ethics Committee. It was hoped that Democrats who are set to take control on Thursday would at the very least prevent Conyers from being rewarded a committee chairmanship, in light of the fact that he is clearly ethically-challenged.

Those hopes have been dashed.

Quietly, secretly, and without fanfare the investigation closed on Friday prior to the New Year's holiday weekend. This coincided with the Republicans relinquishing control over the House except for ceremonial duties. That session of Congress was officially adjourned before Christmas.

What this means for Conyers is that his sleazy activities will go unpunished since Democrats will now control the House. Not only that but he will be rewarded by becoming Chairman of the House Judiciary Committee.

Pelosi's Congress will clearly be one of the most corrupt in recent memory, in spite of campaign promises. Look for more sleaze as the days go by.