Six Degrees of Scott Bloch: A Scandal Scorecard

Several Bush administration officials have become ensnared in an interlocking set of investigations into allegations of Hatch Act violations, whistleblower misconduct and other prohibited personnel practices. At the center of these investigations is Scott Bloch, head of the U.S. Office of Special Counsel. Characters drawn into the drama include former General Services Administration chief Lurita Doan, Secretary of State Condoleezza Rice, and top Bush adviser Karl Rove.

If you're having trouble keeping track of the connections between all of these people, we've developed a handy guide to help you. Click here to launch the application.

Application developed by Ross Gianfortune, Melanie Bender and Robert Brodsky.