Trump Dismisses Inspectors General Across Multiple Federal Agencies

The move, affecting at least twelve agencies, has drawn legal and political criticism over concerns of undermining government oversight.

President Donald Trump has dismissed at least twelve inspectors general from key U.S. federal agencies, including the Departments of Defense, Interior, Transportation, and State.
Inspectors general are independent officials tasked with investigating fraud, abuse, and misconduct within federal agencies.
The dismissals were communicated via email and reportedly lack the required written justification and notification to Congress, raising questions about their legality.
Critics, including Democratic Senator Elizabeth Warren, have condemned the action as a 'midnight purge' that weakens checks on presidential power and opens the door to potential corruption.
Trump has previously stated his intent to overhaul the federal bureaucracy, replacing officials with individuals aligned with his policies.