One of the U.S. attorneys whose firing generated so much heat is Carol Lam of San Diego.

NPR: How Prosecutor Lam's Case Was Handled

Mr. KEN HINES (IRS): On a personal note, it's been a privilege and honor to stand shoulder and shoulder with Carol Lam during my tenure here in San Diego.

NPR: How Prosecutor Lam's Case Was Handled

Even after Lam was given her walking papers in December, a San Diego grand jury continued to gather evidence from congressional committees.

NPR: How Prosecutor Lam's Case Was Handled