Ethics official asks EPA watchdog to probe more Pruitt scandal allegations

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Source: The HILL

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The federal government's top ethics official is pushing the Environmental Protection Agency's (EPA) internal watchdog to probe more of Administrator Scott Pruitt's latest scandals.

David Apol, acting director of the Office of Government Ethics (OGE), had previously sought investigations into numerous alleged violations of ethical standards, like his condo rental from a lobbyist for $50 per night he slept there and charges that he spent taxpayer money for personal gain.

Since Apol sent that letter in early April, Pruitt has racked up numerous other controversies, mostly centered on allegations that he used his position, official resources or government-paid aides for personal gain.

"A variety of sources raise concerns about the administrator's use of his position," Apol wrote Friday to EPA Inspector General Arthur Elkins.

Read more: http://thehill.com/policy/energy-environment/392530-ethics-official-asks-epa-watchdog-to-probe-more-pruitt-scandal?amp&__twitter_impression=true

[empedocles]

1. Can't understand it

Trump said again, just this morning that 'Pruitt is doing a great job.'

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2. I know....right

Technically, he is - the way Trump wants him to do.

Screw up - e v e r y t h I n g

[beachbum bob]

3. I want Pruitt around as possible to place him around every GOP candidate on

Why we can't trust republicans on corruption or safeguarding taxpayers monies....rock on Pruitt

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4. I have read that his possible replacement is worse than Pruitthard core conservative

[beachbum bob]

5. hopefully as corrupt as is pruitt is too