Sen. Feinstein Calls for Investigation After Boat Fire

The picture, with a big smile, is not imho appropriate. Did the Senator's press liason provide it with the press release regarding the fire investigation, or is it a file photo selected by the publisher?

Craven politicians, like Salud and Hannah Beth posing uselessly behind Bill Brown at the first press conference. Anything to get some press, while they have nothing to offer, and no business meddling in the investigation that is already mandated by umpteen state, local and federal laws. Dianne, Salud and Hannah Beth just need to bow out and let the professionals do their jobs. Horning in is just, well, tacky.

Sad that a political minority takes over the only public S B comment board, especially at a time like this.

At nearly 90 years of age, Feinstein runs circles around nearly all other lawmakers in DC. When she speaks, things get done. She does not fool around and gets down to biz. Some may want the AOCs running the show, but give me 20 Feinstein's any day.

It's been explained to me that having Sen. Feinstein calling for an investigation will bring in Federal dollars for the cost to the Coast Guard, local Sheriff's Department and others doing the investigating. Needless to say the cost will be huge. It was explained that the same holds true when a Governor declares a "disaster area" after a fire, tornado, or hurricane. It's like "duh", of course it's a disaster area, but saying so brings in the Federal dollars.

Words for the day: TERM LIMITS

Grandstanding a disaster. Shame on her.

I am in complete agreement with the many comments here that this is nothing but political grandstanding and using a disaster to get her face in the news. What is she thinking? Of course there will be investigations, many from different agencies that began the moment the tragedy was reported, and many more to follow. Most of her comments regarding safety features, crew training, etc., demonstrates that she knows virtually nothing about maritime safety and how these boats are fastidiously maintained and regulated. Didn't take long to turn this horrific tragedy into something political, did it? I wouldn't be surprised if Beto and his cohorts join in soon.

Well of course it's going to be investigated.

"When a dog is running towards you, call him". Feinstein's version of calling the dog. Thanks Senator 'Obvious.

The boat was in full compliance with Coast Guard regulations. Had great reviews. The captain had been with them since the 80s. The company has been in business since 1974.and has won awards including this year's California Scuba Service Award. They have served many educational institutions as well. Captain Jerry Boylan was hired on with Truth Aquatics in 1983 and received his captains license in 1985. This is not a slip shop operation with dicey employees. I have never been on the boat, nor do I know how to dive but I have read many multiple sites before I posted. Back off Diane we got this!

They we’re going to to conduct an investigation before she even said anything. What I want is an investigation into why they are using her photo from 20 years years ago.

Senator Feinstein will listen to testimony and decide if new regulations should be recommended. She wants you to be safe, always. Trust in her experience.

Sen. Feinstein (D-China), calls for investigation after boat fire. Investigation will happened with or without her "call". It's a standard procedure. But "Never let a serious crisis go to waste".

I lived in San Francisco when Harvey Milk was killed. Senator Feinstein was mayor then, and I recall her courage and stable approach. I liked her then, and she's done nothing to make me change my opinion. She is right, she is smart, she is experienced, she is our representative; an investigation -- that she is confident in -- is important. I believe she is right.

that picture is probably 20 years old

The Senator's statement is the correct one. Regardless of how well the boat followed CG regulations, sometimes additional oversight is needed. This kind of swift response from government is what victims' families will be looking for; at least it is what I'd look for in their position. Not the usual accident investigation with no follow through.

Do-nothing Feinstein casting aspersions. Calling for an investigation. Gee, really, Dianne, you think there should be an investigation by the Coast Guard to find out what happened to the boat? Wow, I never would have thought of that. Brilliant idea!

California is one of the most heavily regulated states in the nation, yet a tragedy like this can happen. What may have been lacking was common sense, not the correct layer of government regulation. I feel so badly for the deaths and the families who will have empty spots at the tables at the holidays just around the corner. I also feel badly for the crew members who were helpless and had to abandon ship knowing those in their care could not be saved. This tragedy needs an extended moment of silence before the politicians start tooting their own self righteous horns.

I'm all for an investigation also too many rumors flying around.