IG Vacancies Persist Under Biden Administration, Despite One Recent Confirmation
The president has four other nominees waiting, as observers continue to stress the need to have permanent leaders to oversee the distribution of billions of dollars in COVID-19 relief.
A little over five months into the Biden administration, the Senate has confirmed one of the five individuals the president has nominated to serve in the dozen-plus inspector general vacancies across the federal government. Experts say having permanent leaders in these positions is essential to effective oversight, especially as agencies are distributing billions of dollars in coronavirus relief.
When Biden came into office in January, there were 14 IG vacancies (all except one required a presidential nomination) and since then two more positions have become vacant. This leaves 15 IG vacancies, 12 of which require a presidential nomination.
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The Project on Government Oversight s Liz Hempowicz joined the show to discuss the power of the purse.
Since 2013, the United States has seen multiple shutdowns, even more continuing resolutions and generalized budget confusion. Article One of the Constitution gives Congress budget responsibility, but it’s not that simple in practice or theory.
Liz Hempowicz is the Director of Public Policy for the Project on Government Oversight. She joined the show to discuss budget authority and Congress’ role in the budgeting process.
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The House Committee on Oversight and Reform hearing discussed recent proposals to strengthen the authority of inspectors general and place some limits on acting officials.
With trust in the federal government at near-record lows just 20% of U.S. adults trust the government to “do the right thing,” according to Pew Research Center House lawmakers examined legislative reforms Monday that might help restore public confidence.
The House Committee on Oversight and Reform hearing coincided with the recent introduction of several pieces of legislation that would strengthen inspectors general, enhance whistleblower protections, and increase transparency into government programs and personnel.