On the recordMay 9, 2017
We need to look into this. We need answers.
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transcripts.cnn.comWe need to look into this. We need answers.
Chaffetz, a Republican, emphasizes the need for an investigation into the situation.
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But if a guy has been arrested in 43 States, he should not be eligible as a confidential informant, especially one highly paid. Zero credibility. That's disgraceful.
This legislation would require Federal law enforcement agencies to fully report to Congress on their payments to confidential informants as well as the amounts they have received through their work or cooperation with informants.
I shouldn't have to do that. You should provide that material and not go ask some, you know, desk jockey...