Trump Fires 17 Federal Inspectors In Move To Overhaul Government

President Donald Trump has dismissed 17 inspectors general across various federal agencies, a sweeping action aimed at restructuring oversight within the government. The officials were informed of their termination through an email sent by the White House Presidential Personnel Office late Friday.

The inspectors general were removed from key agencies, including the Department of Defense, the Department of State and the Department of Veterans Affairs. These officials were responsible for conducting investigations into government waste and misconduct, acting as independent watchdogs to ensure accountability.

Sen. Chuck Grassley (R-IA), a long-time advocate for government oversight, raised concerns about the legality of the firings. He pointed to federal law requiring the president to notify Congress 30 days before removing any inspector general. Grassley stated that an explanation from the White House is necessary to clarify whether the dismissals followed proper procedures.

Critics of the move, including Sen. Elizabeth Warren (D-MA), accused Trump of attempting to weaken government oversight and fill positions with individuals loyal to his administration. She characterized the firings as an attack on the checks and balances meant to hold government agencies accountable.

Despite the backlash, Trump’s administration has remained firm in its effort to eliminate opposition within the federal workforce. This action follows a series of measures aimed at reshaping the government to better align with his policy goals.

Meanwhile, Michael Horowitz, inspector general for the Department of Justice, was not included in the list of firings. Horowitz gained national attention for his investigation into the FBI’s handling of the Russia probe, which revealed multiple errors in surveillance applications.

 

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