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Iowa Senators Demand Accountability for ATF Misconduct

5/12/2025

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Iowa Senators Chuck Grassley and Joni Ernst are calling for accountability from the ATF, accusing supervisory agents Lisa Boykin and Ralph Bittelari of serious misconduct, including mismanagement and retaliation against whistleblowers. They allege these agents misclassified positions and squandered taxpayer funds, yet were rewarded with promotions. A response from the Justice Department is expected by May 23.

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Iowa Senators Chuck Grassley and Joni Ernst are calling for accountability from the ATF, accusing supervisory agents Lisa Boykin and Ralph Bittelari of serious misconduct, including mismanagement and retaliation against whistleblowers. They allege these agents misclassified positions and squandered taxpayer funds, yet were rewarded with promotions. A response from the Justice Department is expected by May 23.