I’m puzzled by the argument that the use of an informant taints an investigation. Informants are a ridiculously common part of law enforcement investigations, often at a very early stage.

— Brad Heath (@bradheath) May 18, 2018

No reason to be puzzled. The argument is offered in utterly bad faith by people desperate to discredit the investigation, some of whom playact as journalists. It doesn’t reflect any first principle, or serve any substantive purpose other than misleading the public. https://t.co/ZBuxiAGonk

— Brian Beutler (@brianbeutler) May 19, 2018

Exactly. There’s no point trying to figure out the logic behind these kinds of right wing arguments; there is none. They’re snake oil salesmen, performing for the marks.

— Charles Johnson (@Green_Footballs) May 19, 2018