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Menendez leads hearing questioning Clinton on Benghazi
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| Wednesday, January 23, 2013, 9:10 AM
| Jonathan Tamari
Posted on 01/23/2013 7:08:46 AM PST by Yosemitest
... The hearing room is packed with observers and news agencies from the United States and abroad. Pennsylvania Sen. Bob Casey, also a Democrat, also sits on the committee.
Four Americans, including ambassador Chris Stevens, died in the attacks.
Republicans have strongly questioned the Obama administrations response, particularly comments from U.N. ambassador Susan Rice that at one point attributed the attacks to a spontaneous demonstration.
Menendez praised Clintons candor and cooperation in his opening statement, shortly after 9 a.m.
Speaking of those killed, he said, We honor their service to our nation and we grieve with their families, but we also resolve to take specific actions to prevent future incidents.
It is my intention to work with members of the committee and department in the coming months on legislation that will improve security and better protect our employees.
But, reflecting the rancor still surrounding the Benghazi attacks, and sensitive nature of the hearing, Sen. Bob Corker, a Tennessee Republican, opened the GOP remarks by saying the Obama administration's initial response "represented a denial of the world as it is today," and a committee "that has never done the kind of oversight that this committee ought to do."
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TOPICS: Crime/Corruption; Extended News; Foreign Affairs; Government; US: New Jersey; War on Terror
KEYWORDS: benghazi; hillary; murderer; newjersey; obama; waronterror
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The need to IMPEACH the Arab-Kenyan
Barack Hussein Obama II,
(a.k.a. Barry Soetoro) for intentional negligence resulting in the deaths of the U.S. Ambassador to Libya, J. Christopher Stevens, Tyrone Woods, Glen Doherty, and Sean Smith.
That would be justice!
To: All
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posted on
01/23/2013 7:12:11 AM PST
by
Yosemitest
(It's Simple ! Fight, ... or Die !)
To: Yosemitest
Headline needs correcting:
MENENDEZ LEADS HEARINGS QUESTIONING WHITEWASH OF CLINTON'S COVERUP ON BENGHAZI
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posted on
01/23/2013 7:13:53 AM PST
by
dirtboy
To: Yosemitest
Hillary looks like Poindexter with those eye glasses.
4
posted on
01/23/2013 7:13:53 AM PST
by
Wiggins
To: Yosemitest
Menendez a sex addict bum and possible child molester who is a senator because of the racial adjustment democrats are bringing to America so they can seize power, did his duty as a corrupt political hack.
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posted on
01/23/2013 7:14:02 AM PST
by
Williams
(No Obama)
To: Yosemitest
Don’t you love it, he praised the candor of one of the most notorious liars in American history.
6
posted on
01/23/2013 7:15:24 AM PST
by
Williams
(No Obama)
To: Wiggins
Hillary from way back when:
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posted on
01/23/2013 7:18:09 AM PST
by
Yosemitest
(It's Simple ! Fight, ... or Die !)
To: Yosemitest
The phony witch is crying and praising the dead but she didn’t do her damn job, and I don’t hear any apology for what she did. Just fake crying to cover up her own culpability.
8
posted on
01/23/2013 7:19:51 AM PST
by
Williams
(No Obama)
To: Yosemitest
I DON'T RECALL Yeah, Rush Limbaugh is going to have to resurrect that old parody of "Remember September" (Hillary singing "I Don't Remember") from the Grooveyard of Forgotten Favorites!
"I don't remember, my brain's in a blender, it's JELLO!"
9
posted on
01/23/2013 7:22:20 AM PST
by
backwoods-engineer
("Remember: Evil exists because good men don't kill the gov officials committing it." -- K. Hoffmann)
To: Yosemitest
How I would love to see ALL the questioning of Clinton conducted by Rep Trey Gowdy. He'd pin her ears back and make her cry “Mama”.
10
posted on
01/23/2013 7:24:38 AM PST
by
JPG
(Stay strong.)
To: Yosemitest
It was hard to hear what he was saying because his slobbering lips were firmly planted on Hillary’s ass...
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posted on
01/23/2013 7:25:17 AM PST
by
pabianice
(washington, dc ..)
To: dirtboy
They waste time praising & thanking her instead of asking the QUESTIONS that need to be answered. What a joke.
12
posted on
01/23/2013 7:25:48 AM PST
by
FES0844
To: Yosemitest
Haven’t heard a word from her yet about what happened at Benghazi; hearing the same old sidestepping BS we hear from any Clinton.
13
posted on
01/23/2013 7:35:33 AM PST
by
NRA1995
(I'd rather be a living "gun culture" member than a dead anti-gun candy-ass.)
To: Yosemitest
ABC News radio is salivating over Hill-Dawg getting all cry-ey during her testimony.
These people literally all sleep together. It’s like asking a Frat house to investigate a rape in their basement.
The ONLY thing that will get to the truth is a special prosecutor.
14
posted on
01/23/2013 7:39:42 AM PST
by
Noamie
To: Williams
She did her job.
She let those Americans die.
You see, if she didn’t do her job (which is to follow the treasonous orders of Obammie the Commie) and those Americans had lived, they may let it leak out that they were running guns to Al Qaeda in Syria.
Now, I’m sure the state-run media could spin that as a patriotic action in the interest of national security and the low-information voters would shed tears of patriotic pride for The Fuerher with the big ears. And I’m also sure the GOPe would do nothing to shed even a flicker of the light of truth on the issue. But it would make for a rather uncomfortable half-day of “news” coverage for the state-run secretaries who do not investigate but simply take dictation from their masters before they switched their attention to some slut celebrity’s latest bastard child.
To: backwoods-engineer
This is some of it.
COUNSEL: Welcome to Grand Jury, Mrs Clinton. How are you?
HILLARY: Im sorry I dont recall.
COUNSEL: Well, hows the book tour?
HILLARY: Im sorry I dont recall.
COUNSEL: Uh, well, lets get started.
[singing]
COUNSEL: Try to remember
. when you were a member
. of Rose Law Firm
. and worked White Water.
HILLARY: I dont remember
. that big money lender.
. I was, uh, baking cookies
. for my daughter.
COUNSEL: Well Mrs. Clinton, dont you remember
. that illegal tender
. and your shady friend
. that McDougal fellow?
HILLARY: Im sorry. I cant remember.
. My brains in a blender.
. Its jello.
HSU for Hillary $60 million Ponzi scheme
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posted on
01/23/2013 8:02:26 AM PST
by
Yosemitest
(It's Simple ! Fight, ... or Die !)
To: Williams
MENENDEZ and CASEY, JR.? CASEY, JR. and MENENDEZ? Both ObaMao sock puppets. The only question is which one is DUMB and which one is DUMBER?
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posted on
01/23/2013 8:08:25 AM PST
by
Vigilanteman
(Obama: Fake black man. Fake Messiah. Fake American. How many fakes can you fit in one Zer0?)
To: Ghost of Philip Marlowe
She didn't.
Obama is solely responsible for this.
Let's look at some of the facts.
Obama Arranged Benghazi Trip That Resulted In Murder Of US AMB Chris Stevens
Arms Flow to Syria May Be Behind Benghazi Cover-Up states: " During the 2011 Libyan revolt against Muammar Qaddafi, reckless U.S. policy flung American forces and money into the conflict on the side of the rebels, who were known at the time to include Al Qaeda elements. Previously the number two official at the U.S. Embassy in Tripoli, Christopher Stevens was named as the official U.S. liaison to the Libyan opposition in March, 2011.
Stevens was tasked with helping to coordinate U.S. assistance to the rebels, whose top military commander, Abdelhakim Belhadj, was the leader of the Al Qaeda affiliate, the Libyan Islamic Fighting Group (LIFG). That means that Stevens was authorized by the U.S. Department of State and the Obama administration to aid and abet individuals and groups that were, at a minimum, allied ideologically with Al Qaeda, the jihadist terrorist organization that attacked the homeland on the first 9/11, the one thats not supposed to exist anymore after the killing of its leader, Osama bin Laden, on May 2, 2011. "
Obama the arms broker to al-Qaeda states [this article is also well worth your time] : " Now we learn that Ambassador Chris Stevens’s mission in Benghazi on that fatal day was to organize the shipment of arms to the rebel militias in Syria.
And that means: the shipment of arms, by order of the President of the United States, to al-Qaeda,the terrorist organization which the President himself constantly declares to be the enemy of his country.
No wonder President Obama, Ambassador to the UN Susan Rice, Secretary of State Hillary Clinton and the rest of the stoats and weasels have been lying their heads off and trying to put the blame for the whole hideous and tragic episode – for what amounts to an act of war – on somebody’s little video. Scraping the bottom of the excuses-barrel.
The evidence suggests that the Obama administration has not simply been engaging, legitimating, enriching and emboldening Islamists who have now taken over or are ascendant in much of the Middle East.
Starting in March 2011, when American diplomat Christopher Stevens was designated the liaison to the “opposition” in Libya, the Obama administration has been arming them, including jihadists like Abdelhakim Belhadj, the leader of the al Qaeda franchise known as the Libyan Islamic Fighting Group. "
SOURCES: SLAIN U.S. AMBASSADOR RECRUITED JIHADISTS
Egyptian officials say Stevens worked with Saudis against Assad
Was Syrian weapons shipment factor in ambassadors Benghazi visit? states: " Libyan-flagged vessel Al Entisar, which means "The Victory," was received in the Turkish port of Iskenderun -- 35 miles from the Syrian border -- on Sept. 6, just five days before Ambassador Chris Stevens, information management officer Sean Smith and former Navy Seals Tyrone Woods and Glen Doherty were killed
On the night of Sept. 11, in what would become his last known public meeting, Stevens met with the Turkish Consul General Ali Sait Akin, and escorted him out of the consulate front gate one hour before the assault began at approximately 9:35 p.m. local time.
the timing and the meeting between the Turkish diplomat and Stevens was "unusual."
According to an initial Sept. 14 report by the Times of London, Al Entisar was carrying 400 tons of cargo.
The cargo reportedly included surface-to-air anti-aircraft missiles, RPG's and Russian-designed shoulder-launched missiles known as MANPADS.
It was reported there was a fight about the weapons and who got what "between the free Syrian Army and the Muslim Brotherhood."
'The point is that both of these weapons systems are extremely accurate and very simple to use,' Fox News military analyst Col. David Hunt explained. He said the passage of weapons from Libya to Syria would escalate the conflict. 'With a short amount of instruction, you've got somebody capable of taking down any, any aircraft. Anywhere in the world.'
"
Rebel Arms Flow Is Said to Benefit Jihadists in Syria by New York Times
Why Libya Cover-Up: Obama Was Arming Al Qaeda & Islamists
Libya's missing weapons being smuggled into Gaza
Israeli intelligence is increasingly concerned about the quantity of Libyan arms flowing into Gaza.
Clinton asked for more security in Benghazi, Obama said no
How U.S. Amb. Chris Stevens May Have Been Linked to Jihadist Rebels in Syria (And It Involves Weapons) [Article has many links.]
Ed Klein: Bill Clinton encouraged Hillary to resign in the wake of the Benghazi scandal
Explain this: Ambassador Chris Stevens killed due to lack of security Obama adviser Valerie Jarrett gets Secret Service
Libyan Officials Claim US Was Warned 3 DAYS BEFORE Deadly Benghazi Consulate Attack
More details emerge on U.S. ambassador's last moments from CNN states: " Three days before the deadly assault on the United States consulate in Libya, a local security official says he met with American diplomats in the city and warned them about deteriorating security.
Jamal Mabrouk, a member of the February 17th Brigade, told CNN that he and a battalion commander had a meeting about the economy and security.
He said they told the diplomats that the security situation wasn't good for international business.
'The situation is frightening, it scares us,' Mabrouk said they told the U.S. officials. He did not say how they responded.
Mabrouk said it was not the first time he has warned foreigners about the worsening security situation in the face of the growing presence of armed jihadist groups in the Benghazi area. "
Guard at consulate in Libya says attack was coordinated
Egypt intelligence warns of attacks on Israel, US embassies
Blame Obama for Chris Stevens' murder
Backed by Barack Hussein Obama, Muslim Brotherhood gets ready to overthrow U.S.-ally King of Jordan
Obama Bypasses Congress, Gives $1.5 Billion to Muslim Brotherhood
ALDRICH: Hillary Clintons abominable national security record
History of incompetence and dangerous decisions
Obama not subject to charges of treason?
Benghazi: Symbol of Obama's Leadership
Obama Admits He Is A Muslim
So, let us remember.
Muslims are well know for lying about their faith.MUSLIMS are allowed to LIE and deceive NON MUSLIMS, if it benefits or protects ISLAM. Qur'an (16:106) - Establishes that there are circumstances that can "compel" a Muslim to tell a lie.
Qur'an (3:28) - This verse tells Muslims not to take those outside the faith as friends, unless it is to "guard themselves."
Qur'an (9:3) - "...Allah and His Messenger are free from liability to the idolaters..." The dissolution of oaths with the pagans who remained at Mecca following its capture. They did nothing wrong, but were evicted anyway.
Qur'an (40:28) - A man is introduced as a believer, but one who must "hide his faith" among those who are not believers.
Qur'an (2:225) - "Allah will not call you to account for thoughtlessness in your oaths, but for the intention in your hearts"
Qur'an (66:2) - "Allah has already ordained for you, (O men), the dissolution of your oaths"
Qur'an (3:54) - "And they (the disbelievers) schemed, and Allah schemed (against them): and Allah is the best of schemers." The Arabic word used here for scheme (or plot) is makara, which literally means deceit. If Allah is deceitful toward unbelievers, then there is little basis for denying that Muslims are allowed to do the same. (See also 8:30 and 10:21)
Taken collectively these verses are interpreted to mean that there are circumstances when a Muslim may be "compelled" to deceive others for a greater purpose.
For a better understanding of the issue, read
HISTORY of Mohammed ( spelled variously; Mahomet, Muhammed, Mehmet, etc. ). then watch William Federer explain it, from Jan. 25, 2012 at CC Chino Hills, CA. It's a MUST WATCH for everyone,Christians, Athiests and even Muslims!
As retired military myself, I've seen the damage of "keeping secrets" about bad leaders.
Obama is EVIL, pure and simple.
Please watch
Glenn Beck with Trevor Loudon & his book "Barack Obama and the Enemies Within".
Then watch the 29 minute 13 seconds video
Trevor Loudon- An Urgent (and chilling) Message for America.
Obama may be feigning "incompetence," thinking he's too sly, being a "
wolf in sheep's clothing" since his mentoring was from
Fabian Fascism..
The
"Establishment Republicans" will probably NOT want to IMPEACH the TREASONIST Barack Hussein Obama II.
But it's better for the country that Obama suffer the penalty, the strongest penalty for his actions, and his inactions.
Let's look at the
Presidential Oaths of Office.
"I do solemnly swear (or affirm) that I will faithfully execute the office of President of the United States,
and will to the best of my ability, preserve, protect and defend the Constitution of the United States."
Now who among us really believes Obama did any of that ?
To Obama, that was
"Just words. Just speeches! "Damn him ! Damn him to hell !
I'll finish this with asking you to read
Watch the 18 minute 56 second documentary video
"Absolutely Uncertain" at
"theBLAZE.com" or on
YouTube.com, narrated by Irina, the 23-year-old Jewish New Yorker and a former Obama supporter .
One other suggestion, read
DID OBAMA WANT STEVENS DEAD? The language is a little abrasive, but spot on.
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posted on
01/23/2013 8:15:10 AM PST
by
Yosemitest
(It's Simple ! Fight, ... or Die !)
To: Ghost of Philip Marlowe
Not just for you, but for all.
Like
I said before.
Military Scramble Order Overseas:
First, I've got over 26 years working in military control towers, most of them as the watch supervisor/crew chief on duty.
Scrambling aircraft to respond to urgent situations normally starts at the
North American Aerospace Defense Command.
The scramble order comes down through a secured phone call on a direct line.
In the attack on the U.S. embassy on Benghazi, the drone control would have been from
MacDill AFB, FL, by
U.S. Central Command, and would have been in direct contact, or maybe even remote control to the situation room in the White House.
Watch this 4 minute 48 second video
Inside the Situation Room.
The pResident SHOULD HAVE issued to order to scramble fighters to Benghazi, to get there in minimum time.
Then he SHOULD HAVE issued a second order scrambling AC-130 gunships to respond to Benghazi, and have them stand by for more orders.
This should have been controlled by the pResident, who should have monitored and responded with guidance from
his Situation Room,
staffed by men and women from the Department of Homeland Security, the intelligence community, and the military,
all of whom are committed to ensuring that the President of the United States is provided all the information and intelligence he needs to do his job.
Read
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posted on
01/23/2013 8:39:45 AM PST
by
Yosemitest
(It's Simple ! Fight, ... or Die !)
To: JPG
But he can’t beat up on the GIRL!
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