It Appears that in order to make it to the highest court in the land, you first have to meet with a felon
Unnamed Senator: Judge Roberts, what role did Karl Rove have in the vetting process?
Judge Roberts: Excuse me?
Unnamed Senator: Did you meet with Karl Rove, the President's Deputy Chief of Staff, to discuss your nomination to the United States Supreme Court?
Judge Roberts: Yes, I did discuss my qualifications with Mr. Rove prior to my nomination.
Unnamed Senator: You mean you were interviewed by someone who is currently under investigation for alleged felonies; crimes that could have implications on our national security? Why is someone that is being investigated by a US Attorney interviewing potential Supreme Court nominees?
Judge Roberts: He works at the discretion of the President and is currently employed at the White House. I was told to meet with Mr. Rove.
Unnamed Senator: My point exactly....
More on the flipside
Considering that Karl Rove could be under investigaton for leaking a covert CIA Agent's name knowingly to reporters. Why is he involved in vetting nominees to the highest court in the land?
Would you have a felon interview a applicants that were going to babysit your children? Then why would you let them do it for the Supreme Court of the United States?