Intelligence Leaders Step Down After Trump's Victory

The top watchdogs for the CIA and the Office of the Director of National Intelligence are resigning following Donald Trump's re-election, amid concerns of a potential purge of senior oversight officials. These inspectors general, appointed by the president, play a crucial role in investigating government misconduct. The resignations of Thomas Monheim and Robin Ashton highlight tensions within the federal inspector general community, as Trump's administration is expected to install loyalists in key positions. The departures coincide with Trump's controversial nominations for intelligence leadership roles, raising concerns about the future of nonpartisan oversight.
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