Sen. Alexander Seeks Council To Investigate Intelligence Leaks - NewsChannel5.com | Nashville News, Weather & Sports

WASHINGTON, D.C- Senator Lamar Alexander and thirty other Republican lawmakers said they want a special counsel appointed to investigate what he calls an "avalanche" of national security breaches at the White House.

The group made the request in a letter sent to Attorney General Eric Holder on Tuesday.

They argue only an independent, outside special counsel could investigate the leaks that appear to be coming from President Obama's administration.

The group includes Alexander and Senators Rand Paul and Mitch McConnell of Kentucky. Holder has already appointed two US Attorneys who he says will be independent and thorough.

Full Text Of The Letter Sent To Attorney General Eric Holder