[boop]

On what basis is Filner asking for taxpayers to pay for his legal defense?

He's mayor, therefore gets "free" legal counsel?

I'd imagine the biggest pinko San Diegan would think that's outrageous.

Even Bill Clinton didn't try THAT.

And when you're less ethical than Bill Clinton, that says a LOT!

[South40]

On what basis is Filner asking for taxpayers to pay for his legal defense?

You must have missed that thread. Filner claimed his actions were not his fault because the city never game him training on how to act around women. As ridiculous as that sounds, that was the basis for his claim the city should pay his legal fees.

[nickcarraway]

He is accustomed to the government paying all his expenses.