Stevens: No Comment On New Bribery ChargesI just spoke with Sen. Ted Stevens’ (R-AK) spokesman Aaron Saunders who said they are not commenting on the recent testimony from Bill Allen. Saunders said they are standing by the old statement they put out when Stevens’ home was raided by the FBI. That statement, declaring that Stevens won’t comment on the investigation “until it has concluded,” is below.
But during a press conference in July, Stevens wasn’t so disciplined, declaring that he’d paid “every bill that was given to us” as part of the home renovation. With Allen’s testimony today, that line is looking more and more like the artful dodge it was suspected to be.
Stevens’ statement:
âI continue to believe this investigation should proceed to its conclusion without any appearance that I have attempted to influence its outcome. I will continue my policy of not commenting on this investigation until it has concluded.
“I know Alaskans are interested in my views on the investigation. While I understand this interest and would like to discuss these issues in great detail, the interests of justice and our state are best served if I make my comments after federal officials complete their work.
“I urge Alaskans not to form conclusions based upon incomplete and sometimes incorrect reports in the media. The legal process should be allowed to proceed so that all the facts can be established and the truth determined.
“For over 50 years I have worked hard for Alaskans as part of our territorial, state and federal governments. And I will continue to do all I can to assure that government meets our peopleâs unique needs.”
