The Office of Special Counsel says Jean-Pierre, the White House press secretary, violated the Hatch Act. However, Jean-Pierre asserts Donald Trump’s White House used “MAGA” to describe its policies.
WASHINGTON (AP) — Since taking on the role of White House press secretary, Karine Jean-Pierre has become known for frequently dodging questions by citing the Hatch Act. The law bars civil servants from politicking during their day jobs, and Jean-Pierre uses it to deflect reporters’ questions involving campaigns.
But apparently she wasn’t careful enough. The Office of Special Counsel, a government agency that enforces today!
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