Heeeerrre's Tommy!

Yes, folks he is back! Although he has a court date pending with regard to corruption charges for his PAC in Texas and he still could get in some more hot water depending on what Jack Abramoff says when he spills the beans(pun intended), the House Republicans have given Tom DeLay a seat on the House Appropriations Committee. In addition, he scored a seat on the House Justice sub-committee. Yes, the committee that helps oversee the Justice Department. The one that is investigating Jack Abramoff.

DeLay Lands Coveted Appropriations Spot
By ANDREW TAYLOR, Associated Press Writer

WASHINGTON - Indicted Rep. Tom DeLay, forced to step down as the No. 2 Republican in the House, scored a soft landing Wednesday as GOP leaders rewarded him with a coveted seat on the Appropriations Committee.

DeLay, R-Texas, also claimed a seat on the subcommittee overseeing the Justice Department, which is currently investigating an influence-peddling scandal involving disgraced lobbyist Jack Abramoff and his dealings with lawmakers. The subcommittee also has responsibility over NASA — a top priority for DeLay, since the Johnson Space Center is located in his Houston-area district.Full tex

In an odd twist, DeLay is taking the spot of fellow Republican Randy Cunningham of California. Mr. Cunningham resigned from his seat because he is currently awaiting sentencing for bribery and tax evasion.