Oversight
Pandemic IG: Proposed Budget Funding ‘Reaffirms’ Congress’ Commitment to Oversight
The office previously warned that it was running out of money.
Oversight
‘Deeply Disturbing’ Watchdog Report Examines How Interior Handled FOIA Requests Under Trump
Other agencies have in the past put the record requests through additional reviews.
Oversight
The Park Police’s ‘Dilapidated’ D.C. Dispatch Office Puts Safety at Risk, an IG Says
Holes in the roof allowing water and bird droppings through and possible black mold are among the issues, as well as problems with staffing and training.
Oversight
An Investigation Has Found That Trump’s First Interior Secretary Violated His Ethics Obligations
The inspector general referred the matter to the Justice Department, but it declined to pursue criminal prosecution.
Oversight
Biden Can do More to Protect Inspectors General, Says Former Watchdog Fired by Trump
Guidance issued by the Biden administration was “important,” but an executive order could also help preserve IG independence, said Michael Atkinson.
Oversight
A Federal Pandemic Watchdog Says its Oversight Money Will Run Out in July
Brian Miller, special inspector general for pandemic recovery, wrote in a new report that $25 million in CARES Act start-up funds is not enough.
Oversight
The Special IG for Afghanistan Shares Advice on How to Spend Aid Money Well
More recommendations will come in the watchdog’s quarterly report next week.
Oversight
White House Watchdog, Codified Ethics Pledge, Among Suggestions for Improving Government Accountability
A new report makes recommendations on ethics, open government, pandemic response and more.
Oversight
EPA Watchdog: Oversight ‘More Important Than Ever’ With Infrastructure Package
A specific oversight plan for the new funding is likely forthcoming.
Workforce
House Approves Sweeping Reforms to Protect Feds, Boost Agency Oversight
Just one Republican votes in favor of the changes to whistleblower, inspector general, vacancy and other civil service laws.
Oversight
White House Releases 'Unprecedented’ Guidance to Agencies on Cooperating With Watchdogs
Strengthening communication and establishing liaisons for inspectors general offices are some of the new action items for agency leaders.
Oversight
IG: $400M Border Contract Awarded Properly, Though Investigators Met Roadblocks in Interviews
This was one of several contracts awarded under the Trump administration for the U.S.-Mexico border wall.
Oversight
Afghanistan Watchdog Doubles Down on Oversight Efforts
Upcoming reports will serve as “cautionary and instructive guides” for future operations, said the special inspector general for Afghanistan reconstruction.
Workforce
All Inspectors General Need Testimonial Subpoena Authority, Watchdogs Say
Three IGs testified before lawmakers about various reforms needed to improve their oversight.
Oversight
Lawmaker Requests IG Probe Into Trump COVID-19 Food Program
A report from Democratic congressional staff found “serious red flags” with some of the contractors involved in the program.
Workforce
After Having Their Computers Monitored, Employees Blast SSA Watchdog
Employee group pledges to bring its complaints to the White House and Congress.
Oversight
Biden Moves to Fill More Inspector General Vacancies, Announcing 3 Nominees
One of the watchdog positions has been without permanent leadership since June 2014.
Oversight
Lawmaker Urges Watchdogs to Review Special Immigrant Visa Process for Afghans
The process has been scrutinized in the wake of the Taliban’s takeover and U.S. withdrawal.
Management
Training the Watchdogs: ‘Our Job Doesn't End When You Leave The Door’
Government Executive spoke with Douglas Holt, executive director of the Council of the Inspectors General on Integrity and Efficiency’s training institute.
Workforce