This tracker logs active ethics inquiries involving current and recently departed federal officials. It covers referrals to the Office of Government Ethics, congressional committee investigations, Inspector General inquiries with named subjects, and civil or criminal proceedings arising from conduct in office.
Active Inquiries
Senate Finance Committee subpoenaed financial disclosure records in March 2026 following reports of undisclosed consulting income from foreign-linked entities. Hearing scheduled for July 2026.
DoD Inspector General opened a review in January 2026 into contract award procedures following a whistleblower complaint. Preliminary report expected August 2026.
OSC referred a matter to the Merit Systems Protection Board in April 2026 following an investigation into alleged political activity using government resources. MSPB proceeding pending.
Recently Closed
IG audit found $127,000 in noncompliant travel expenses. The former secretary repaid $43,000 in disputed amounts. Closed administratively; no criminal referral.
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