Sen. Adam Schiff criticized President Trump for firing 18 inspectors general, accusing him of breaking the law. Sen. Lindsey Graham initially conceded that Trump violated the Inspector General Act but later defended the decision, saying he wanted new eyes on Washington. However, Schiff warned that without independent inspectors general, corruption could increase. Trump fired inspectors general in key federal agencies, prompting bipartisan criticism. Sen. Chuck Grassley called for justification, while Sen. Chuck Schumer called it a chilling purge. The White House claimed the decisions were legal, but questions remain. Schiff suggested Congress could use its power of the purse to address the issue. Despite GOP control of the Senate, only one of Trump’s Cabinet nominees faced significant opposition. The situation highlights the ongoing tensions between Trump and Congress over accountability and transparency in the federal government.
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Senator Adam Schiff accuses Trump of violating the law by dismissing 18 inspectors general, according to NBC Connecticut.
