Unpacking the Witch Hunt Allegations
Today, the SC Senate began what may be an unconstitutional witch hunt trial to remove a duly elected State Treasurer from office.
Curtis Loftis is the South Carolina Secretary of State. Loftis remains among the most popular elected officials in S.C.
However, the S.C. Senate is choosing to hold a trial over an eight year old accounting error of $1.8 billion in which no one ever has previously questioned the actions of Mr. Loftis.
If Stephen Goldfinch and Larry Grooms succeed, they could pass the control of a $38 billion yearly fund to an unelected friend, who might allocate a significant share of his profits to political donations.
Senator Stephen Goldfinch heads up the Senate witch hunt. Senator Goldfinch is best known for an unexplained injury while on military duty. He is also well known for safaris where he most famously shot a zebra.
“He’s a liar that was so concerned with his public appearance that he would do and say anything to cover up his mistake,” Sen. Stephen Goldfinch said.
Loftis, like our news organization, labeled the Senate investigation as a witch hunt, reiterating that no funds were lost and that the errors did not originate from his office, despite conflicting testimonies. He emphasized that persisting in highlighting the errors jeopardizes the state’s robust credit rating.
Deborah Barbier, the lawyer representing him, began the treasurer’s three-hour case by displaying a picture of Loftis with Republican President Donald Trump. She highlighted his four successful election wins and upcoming primary election in 14 months. Loftis has stated before that he does not plan to run for reelection.
“The people don’t want to be told that you are better than them,” Barbier said from a temporary lectern at the back of the state Senate chamber. “Let issues like this be decided at the ballot box.”
Senators are permitted to pose inquiries during the conclusion of the hearing. A two-thirds vote from the Senate is required to determine that Loftis engaged in willful neglect of duty and forward the issue to the House. The House must also conduct its own two-thirds vote to dismiss the treasurer.
Local News Via - MyrtleBeachSC.com
