Pentagon Deputy Inspector General General Glenn Fine Resigns

The transcript discusses the resignation of an Inspector General, Fine, who announced his decision to step down after many years of service. His resignation follows President Trump's removal of Fine from his role as the acting Inspector General of the Department of Defense, which made him ineligible to lead a coronavirus funding oversight committee. The transcript also highlights the political implications of Trump's actions, including the removal of several other inspector generals, which Democrats claim is an effort to weaken government oversight. Fine's resignation will take effect on June 1st.

What role do inspectors general play in the government?

• They create new laws.

• They provide independent oversight.

• They manage government budgets.

• They appoint government officials.

Why did the official decide to step down?

• He was offered a new position.

• He disagreed with government policies.

• He wanted to allow others to take on the role.

• He was asked to leave by the Pentagon.

What was the official's role related to the coronavirus funding package?

• He was responsible for creating the package.

• He was overseeing the accountability committee.

• He was a spokesperson for the committee.

• He was in charge of distributing funds.

What action did President Trump take regarding the acting Inspector General?

• He appointed him to a different committee.

• He extended his term indefinitely.

• He replaced him with a permanent Inspector General.

• He promoted him to a higher position.

What is the alleged reason behind the removal of several inspectors general by President Trump?

• To increase transparency.

• To weaken government oversight.

• To reduce government spending.

• To strengthen government oversight.