Senate Minority Leader Chuck Schumer criticized President Trump's late Friday dismissal of 12 independent inspectors general across key federal departments, deeming it a troubling sign of potential corruption and abuse of power within the government. Schumer's assertion that this 'chilling purge' represents a lawless approach to governance reflects broader bipartisan concerns, as even Republican Senator Susan Collins questioned the rationale behind removing watchdogs whose roles involve investigating abuse and fraud. The firings signal a significant shift in accountability within the executive branch, raising alarms over the potential for unchecked governmental power.
On late Friday evening, the Trump administration removed approximately 17 inspectors general from multiple departments, including State, Defense, Transportation, and Energy departments.
Chuck Schumer wrote on X: Trump's decision to fire twelve of the federal government's independent watchdogs is a glaring sign that it's a Golden Age for corruption and abuse in government.
Sen. Susan Collins expressed confusion: I don't understand why one would fire individuals whose mission it is to root out waste, fraud and abuse.
Schumer described the firings as 'a chilling purge' and 'a preview of the lawless approach Donald Trump and his administration is taking to being President.'
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