
Gov. Sarah Palin cited unauthorized travel by a state official as an example of his "insubordination" as a reason for his termination. A new document reveals, however, that his trip to Washington, D.C. was authorized by her office. (AP Photo/Al Grillo)

Palin originally agreed to participate in the investigation, authorized in July by the Republican-controlled legislature. She told Alaskans, "Hold me accountable."