Controversy Over IGs & Stimulus Bill

The Washington Post reports on a controversy over a provision in the Recovery Act. Some Inspectors General are complaining that a provision in the Recovery Act that allows an oversight board to request IGs to stop particular investigations is susceptible to abuse. Others see no problem, as the bill provides that the IG retains the power to make the final decision, subject only to the requirement that they explain to Congress their reasons for rejecting the request.

Edited March 5 to correct typo.