Sen. Chuck Grassley: Latest Fast & Furious News and Story About Top ATF Official Bill McMahon

Published on August 24, 2012
Duration: 12:31

Senator Chuck Grassley discusses the Fast and Furious scandal, focusing on allegations of a key ATF official, Bill McMahon, double-dipping by collecting a government paycheck while receiving a second from JP Morgan. Grassley questions the policy allowing this, especially for someone suspected of involvement in gun running that led to a border patrol agent's death. He also criticizes the lack of transparency from the DOJ and the use of executive privilege, emphasizing the need for accountability and cultural change within government organizations.

Quick Summary

Senator Chuck Grassley is demanding answers regarding allegations that ATF official Bill McMahon, involved in Fast and Furious, has been "double-dipping" by collecting a government paycheck while also receiving a second from JP Morgan. Grassley questions the policy allowing this, especially for someone suspected of involvement in gun running that led to a border patrol agent's death, and criticizes the DOJ's lack of transparency and use of executive privilege.

Chapters

  1. 00:00Introduction and Fast & Furious Issue
  2. 00:38Demands for Answers on Bill McMahon's Double-Dipping
  3. 01:12Key Questions on Government Pay Policies
  4. 02:02Comparison with Whistleblower Treatment
  5. 02:58Accountability and Cultural Change at ATF
  6. 04:12ATF Spokesman's Response and Stonewalling Concerns
  7. 04:56Call for Heads to Roll and Organizational Change
  8. 06:04Inspector General Report and Confidence Levels
  9. 07:48Report in Hands of Attorney General Holder
  10. 08:30Comparison with Congressional Report (ISA Grassley)
  11. 09:15Next Steps and Document Delivery Issues
  12. 09:41House of Representatives Lawsuit and Executive Privilege
  13. 10:36Voters' Need to Remember Fast and Furious
  14. 11:23President's Transparency Pledge vs. Reality
  15. 11:57Cover-ups, Scandals, and Special Treatment
  16. 12:11Role of Congressional Oversight

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the main controversy surrounding ATF official Bill McMahon?

Senator Chuck Grassley is demanding answers regarding allegations that Bill McMahon, a key player in the Fast and Furious operation, has been "double-dipping" by collecting a government paycheck while also receiving a second paycheck from JP Morgan.

Why is Senator Grassley questioning the government's policy on dual employment?

Grassley questions if a federal policy allows individuals to hold full-time government jobs while also working full-time private sector jobs, especially when the individual is suspected of involvement in activities like gun running that led to a death.

What is the status of the Inspector General's report on Fast and Furious?

The Inspector General's report has been submitted to the DOJ, but its contents will not be public for 30 days. Senator Grassley has expressed cautious optimism about the report's independence, depending on the Inspector General's actions.

What legal action has the House of Representatives taken regarding Fast and Furious documents?

The House of Representatives has filed a lawsuit for civil contempt against Attorney General Eric Holder for withholding approximately 74,000 pages of documents, seeking an independent judge to review the claims of executive privilege.

What is Senator Grassley's view on accountability for wrongdoing in government?

Grassley believes that for any real change to occur in government, "heads need to roll" for wrongdoing. He emphasizes that accountability is not just about individuals but about changing the culture of entire organizations.

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