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Washington Abhors A Vacuum

While Greg Craig’s departure as White House counsel has been rumored for weeks, the precise reason for his leaving remains publicly unknown even after today’s announcement of his resignation.

Into that void leaps Rep. Steve King (R-IA) who claims that Bob Bauer is being brought in as Craig’s replacement to help cover up the alleged ties between Obama and … ACORN.

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