A former senior Trump administration official is under investigation by the department’s inspector general after accusations surfaced that she misused her authority. The probe examines whether she leveraged her position for personal gain or to influence policy in ways that violated federal rules. Officials say the inquiry will look at communications, financial records, and any potential conflicts of interest. The findings could have implications for the administration’s legacy and for ongoing oversight of former officials.
The department's inspector general probed into allegations that she abused her position as a top Trump administration official.