Rep. James Walkinshaw (VA-11) speaks at hearing on Oversight of Federal Funds in Minnesota

Oversight Committee Democrats · January 12, 2026

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Opening remarks: selective outrage and presidential conduct

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Unidentified Representative opened by saying fraud is real and should be prosecuted, then argued the hearing showed "selective outrage," accusing President Donald Trump of pardoning convicted fraudsters and removing inspectors general and other investigators who pursued misconduct, which, the speaker said, weakens fraud prevention.

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Hearing focused on whether presidential pardons and the firing of inspectors general have weakened fraud oversight and the government’s ability to prosecute fraud.

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