Intel Community Watchdog Clears The Air On Whistleblower Rules

The transcript discusses the controversy surrounding a whistleblower complaint against President Trump. Initially, it was claimed that the whistleblower only had secondhand information and that reporting rules had changed to allow such complaints. However, the Inspector General's office clarified that the rules had not changed and that firsthand knowledge was not required to file a complaint. The whistleblower's complaint, which involved a phone call between Trump and Ukrainian President Zelensky, included both firsthand and other information. The IG's office publicly corrected misconceptions, countering claims used to discredit the whistleblower.

What did the inspector general's office say about the whistleblower's complaints?

• They were entirely true.

• They were partially true.

• They were not addressed.

• They were untrue.

What was the source of confusion regarding the rule change for filing complaints?

• The process was not explained.

• The rules were not clear.

• The form was updated.

• A new law was passed.

What did the IG's office clarify about the need for firsthand knowledge?

• It is always required.

• It is never required.

• It is only required for certain cases.

• It is not necessary to file a complaint.

What did the whistleblower's complaint about President Trump's call include?

• Only firsthand knowledge.

• No substantial information.

• Only secondhand information.

• Both firsthand and other information.

What did the public correction by the IG's office aim to debunk?

• Claims that the complaint was entirely false.

• Claims that the complaint was only secondhand.

• Claims that the complaint was ignored.

• Claims that the complaint was not filed.