Editors' Blog From Sen. Patrick Leahy by Paul Kiel 07.02.07 | 7:34 pm From Sen. Patrick Leahy (D-VT): âThe Presidentâs muted words and deeds in the aftermath of this conviction pale in comparison to what he said before the investigation was launched.” Send Tips Paul Kiel is a former TPM reporter who covers covers business and consumer finance for ProPublica.