In the midst of Corona's havoc, Democrats will investigate the sacking of Steve Linick, posted as Inspector General in the US State Department. A committee of Democrat leadership representatives in the US House has announced an inquiry into the matter. Foreign Minister Mike Pompeo on Friday dismissed Steve Linick from his post. No reason was given from Pompeo about this. Although it is speculated that Linick had issued several reports regarding the staff appointed by the Trump administration in the ministry, he has been removed from the post only.
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According to the media report, the Committee on Foreign Affairs said that the investigation by the head of the committee, Eliot Engel, has started on Saturday. Apart from Elliot, it also includes Senator Bob Menendez. Both Democratic lawmakers have urged administrative officials to give all documents related to the dismissal by May 22.
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Further in his statement he said, "Engel and Menendez have urged the administration to make available documents related to the removal of Linnick and Stephen Day Akard to be appointed to the post of Inspector General. In addition to those related to the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, the records of all the investigations have been sought which were being done by Inspector General Linick and could not be completed till his removal. "