Investigator Seeks Subpoena for Palin’s Husband in Trooper Probe

ANCHORAGE, Alaska — The investigator looking into whether Alaska Gov. Sarah Palin abused her power in trying to fire her former brother-in-law is asking state lawmakers for the power to subpoena Palin’s husband, Todd. The probe has taken on new significance since Republican presidential candidate John McCain picked Palin as his running mate. Retired prosecutor Stephen Branchflower asked the state House and Senate judiciary committees for power to subpoena 13 witnesses, including Todd Palin. The committees were expected to grant the request. Branchflower said he wants to interview Palin herself, but did not ask for a subpoena for her. (link)