There’s been little mistaking the numerous White House lies about Bowe Bergdahl.
The President’s decision to swap several high-ranking Taliban commanders for an army sergeant who may have deserted his fellow troops has resulted in a storm of controversy from lawmakers who have accused the White House of being reckless at best, and at worst, flat-out lawless.
The criticism is leaving the Obama administration frustrated and flustered, seemingly unable to get their stories and their facts straight. After all facts, as John Adams once said, are stubborn things.
Here are 5 statements coming out of the White House regarding Bowe Bergdahl, his release, his time served in Afghanistan, and U.S. foreign policy in general, that the administration would probably like to take back.
The 5 biggest White House Lies:
#1
Susan Rice:
#2
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#5
President Obama:
Cross-posted at The Political Insider