Ousted Watchdog Was Reportedly Probing Whether Pompeo Misused Staffers

The transcript discusses the firing of State Department Inspector General Steve Linick by President Trump. Linick was investigating Secretary of State Mike Pompeo for allegedly using government staff for personal errands. Trump cited a loss of confidence in Linick but did not provide details. The administration faced criticism for the firing, with allegations of it being politically motivated. Linick's past investigations, including one into Hillary Clinton's email server, are noted. A formal inquiry into Linick's firing has been announced by Democratic representatives.

What was the focus of the investigation led by Steve Linick?

• Misuse of public funds by Mike Pompeo

• Election interference by foreign entities

• Unauthorized surveillance activities

• Mismanagement of the State Department

Why did President Trump say he lost confidence in Steve Linick?

• Linick was involved in a scandal

• Linick was not performing his duties

• Trump did not provide specific reasons

• Linick was supporting the opposition

What did Trump adviser Peter Navarro claim about the administration's issues?

• They were due to economic challenges

• They were related to foreign policy

• They were caused by the Deep State

• They were due to media bias

What previous investigation was Steve Linick involved in?

• The Mueller investigation

• Hillary Clinton's private email server

• The Watergate scandal

• The Benghazi attack

Who is set to replace Steve Linick as Inspector General?

• Bob Menendez

• Stephen Akard

• Eliot Engel

• Peter Navarro