Senator Chuck Grassley (R-IA), once hailed as a champion for government whistleblowers, is now drawing fire for turning on them to protect Trump’s controversial court nominee, Emil Bove. In a dramatic reversal, Grassley dismissed whistleblower allegations—some accusing Bove of misleading lawmakers and pressuring DOJ attorneys to defy court orders—as a “coordinated political strike.” His attacks have reportedly created a “chilling” effect on oversight, deterring other potential whistleblowers at a time when the Trump administration is purging officials deemed disloyal. Bove’s confirmation passed narrowly with only GOP support.
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GOP senator's shocking reversal silences whistleblowers, sparks fear of retaliation
