'Law and Order' actor Fred Thompson stands by Libby

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http://www.centredaily.com/196/story/9779.html

'Law and Order' star stands by Libby

One of the nation's most familiar "prosecutors" showed in Scooter Libby's camp in court Thursday.

But it was a "prosecutor" who only plays one on TV.

Joining Libby's public relations person, Barbara Comstock, in the public gallery was former Tennessee Republican Sen. Fred Thompson, who plays a New York City prosecutor on the NBC series "Law and Order." He came to listen while another NBC star, Washington bureau chief Tim Russert was cross examined by defense attorney Theodore Wells.

At one point, Libby's wife, Harriet Grant, went back and sat beside Thompson. They hugged, laughed and chatted for a few minutes before she returned to her seat in the front row.

Asked why he came Thompson said, "I'm a friend of Scooter Libby and his family."

During a late-morning break, Libby and Thompson shook hands in the hallway and went into a private conference room to chat. Thompson did not return for the conclusion of the morning session.

[sallyseven]

1. That guy always gave me

the creeps. He is so sanctimonious ans right wing. I never watch the show he is on because of that.

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2. .

he's an asshole big time......your known by the 'company' you keep....

one of the many reasons i dont watch that show.....