July 16, 2007

Vitter Won't Explain D.C. Madam Link

Louisiana Republican David Vitter went before the cameras one week after admitting he committed a "very serious sin" related to a Washington escort service. But he did not come with hat in hand.

"I'm not going to answer numerous questions about it again and again and again," Vitter said with a note of indignation.

Vitter did not explain why his phone number turned up in the records of Deborah Jeane Palfrey, the so-called D.C. Madam, only referring to his "past failings." Vitter also denied long-circulating rumors that he solicited prostitutes in the late 1990s as a state representative based in New Orleans.

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July 13, 2007

On Your Marks... Get Set...

The Washington press corps had better spend some time at the gym this weekend. They're sure to be jostling with cameramen and journos from outside the Beltway for the first glimpses of Sen. David Vitter, R-La., since his admission that he was a client of the so-called D.C. Madam, Deborah Jeane Palfrey.

Vitter missed several votes on the Hill this week to be with his family -- and stay out of sight. Fellow GOP Sen. Jim DeMint told AP that he expects Vitter to return to his job on Tuesday, when the Senate will be holding votes.

The Baton Rouge Advocate reports Vitter could face an ethics reprimand, and the Times-Picayune has an interview with a prostitute who says Vitter was a regular client.

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