With having acting people in place, what you are doing is running in place. . . . [Y]ou are not taking those risks necessary as a confirmed IG would to provide oversight . . . that is absolutely critical to the success of any program.
Acting Inspectors General lack the authority needed for effective oversight.
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If you asked me if we, as a Nation, are better prepared than we were 20 years ago, 10 years ago, or even 5 years ago, the answer to that is yes, of course we are.
In today's economic climate, it is critical that the Department concentrate its limited resources on those threats that pose the greatest threat to the country.
The tragic events that are unfolding today in Japan are a stark reminder of how important catastrophic preparedness is.
I think it is extremely important, and I think we are seeing the results of not having the Senate-confirmed Inspector Generals in place right now across the board.
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