Trump administration's campaign against inspectors general hits new low at troubled FHFA

The Federal Housing Finance Agency (FHFA) has traditionally been a relatively low-profile federal office, but its profile took a dramatic turn after the White House appointed Bill Pulte as its inspector general in an attempt to counteract Team Trump's efforts. However, this move backfired when it was discovered that Pulte had ties to the financial industry and was under investigation for allegedly trying to use his role to benefit former President Trump. The appointment is seen as a latest example of the White House's attempts to politicize the office of inspector general. The fallout from this appointment has left many questioning the ability of the FHFA to carry out its mission impartially.