Richard Shelby actually said...

I think it's critical that Inspectors General have that ability to make the decision for themselves, and legislation obviously would clear i...

If you have to go to the head of the Department... to approve what you're seeking, it seems that could be... an impediment to doing your job...

I think that we need to make sure, under all circumstances, that you and your fellow Inspector Generals have unfettered access to documents ...

We want to make sure you have the tools to do your job, because the Inspector General... we created that position for a reason.