Republicans deny 'Israel Lobby' made them reject Freeman

On the Hill, Republican lawmakers deny charges by Chas Freeman that the mythical 'Israel Lobby' had anything to do with their decision to reject his nomination as chairman of the National Intelligence Council (Hat Tip: Memeorandum).Republicans on the Senate Select Committee on Intelligence said pro-Israel lobby groups did not spur their opposition to Charles Freeman.Rep. Alcee Hastings (D-Fla.),