Originally posted by bj229r
The arguement is that he is ALSO, as Senate president, part of the LEGISLATIVE branch, and as such, exempt. Right or wrong, at least criticise Darth for the correct thing
Blah, he's not a senator and his role as president of senate is of procedural not legislative nature. He has no vote except in tie break.
Constitution clearly defines VP as civil officer and his primary function is to become president in case of the death, resignation or impeachment of the president (replacement for the head of executive branch).
Ever since Roosevelt, VPs are also ranking members of executive office (cabinet).
Whether VP is member of executive only, or both executive and legislative branch, he still has to comply with any and all laws, rules, practices and procedures pertinent to executive branch.
There are no "ifs" "maybes" or "buts" about it as long as US Congress holds the power to investigate and to oversee the executive branch.
Everybody who claims otherwise shows complete disregard of our constitution, period.