Oy. Why am I not surprised at this?
Personally I wouldn't be suprised if black caucus members don't have a few embarrassing ties to Annan themselves. They do seem to be building quite a history with corrupt leaders.
There are indications that members have ties to ousted Haitian leader Aristide. Rumors of dealings with former Liberian leader Charles Taylor. In 2001 (I think) the black and hispanic caucus honored Zimbabwes dictator Robert Mugabe.
The republicans need to get over their fear of the race card being played at every opportunity and do what needs to be done.