Surprise! Karl Rove refuses to testify under oath

By GottaLaff

Quel surprise. Karl Rove refuses to testify:

A House Judiciary Committee deadline passed Monday with former White House adviser Karl Rove standing by his refusal to testify about allegations that he pushed the Justice Department to prosecute former Alabama Gov. Don Siegelman.

In his latest offer to settle the matter, Rove sent the panel a letter offering to respond to questions in writing, according to his attorney. But he reiterated that he would not testify publicly and under oath.

Committee leaders did not immediately answer questions about how they will respond. Earlier this month, they threatened to subpoena Rove if he did not agree to appear voluntarily by Monday.

Even if they follow through, Rove would insist on executive privilege. And even if he didn't, he'd lie through his teeth.

The U.S. justice system is a shambles.