Trump Faces Legal and Political Backlash Over Firing of 18 Inspectors General

The dismissals, conducted without the required 30-day notice to Congress, have drawn criticism from both Democrats and Republicans.

President Donald Trump fired 18 inspectors general late Friday night, including watchdogs from key federal agencies such as Defense, State, and Transportation.
Federal law mandates a 30-day notice and detailed reasoning to Congress before removing inspectors general, a requirement critics say Trump violated.
Republican lawmakers, including Senators Chuck Grassley and Lisa Murkowski, have joined Democrats in questioning the legality and rationale of the firings.
Trump defended the move as a routine action to replace officials he deemed ineffective, though critics argue it undermines oversight and accountability.
Legal experts are divided on whether the dismissals are unconstitutional, with some citing Supreme Court decisions that grant presidents broad removal powers.