‘THE WHITE HOUSE
May 15,2020
‘The Honorable Nancy Pelosi
‘Speaker of the United States House of Representatives
Washington, D.C. 20313
Dear Speaker Pelosi
‘This is to advise that lam exercising my power as President to remove from office the Inspector
General of the Department of State, effective 30 days from today.
tis extremely important thet we promote the economy, efficiency, and effectiveness of Federal
programs and activities. ‘Th: Inspectors General havea critical role in the achievement of these
‘goals. Asis the case with regard to other positions where I, as President, have the power of
appointment, by and with the advice and consent ofthe Senate, its vital that Ihave the fullest
‘confidence inthe appointees serving as Inspectors General. That is no longer the ease with
regard to this Inspector General.
Atalater date wil be submitting tothe Senate my nomination of an individual for this position
‘who has my fll confidence and who meets the appropriate qualifications.
Sincerely,