Governor Caught in ‘a Firing Mood’
Acting Gov. Jane Swift joked about firing staff members after a televised speech in which she announced the ouster of Logan International Airport’s security chief.
The remark Tuesday was recorded by TV and radio crews.
After staff members applauded her announcement that State Police Supt. John DiFava would replace Joe Lawless as airport security chief, she said, “They work for me and they know I’m in a firing mood.” She then said, “Just kidding. I hope my mike wasn’t on.” She was in Washington on Wednesday and not available for comment.
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