The U.S. House Oversight Committee is investigating the use of federal government credit cards and billing accounts after a review from the efficiency of the newly formed government.
The lawmakers are Press the answer About credit card spending on “adult entertainment”, gambling, online dating sites, babysitting, massages, and more.
Earlier this month, Doge said it had deactivated more than 500,000 unused or unnecessary billing accounts for federal employees.
Lawmakers are currently seeking an audit from the federal topwatch dog.
“With tens of millions of taxpayer funds each year, a comprehensive assessment is urgently needed to identify systematic risks, eliminate inefficiencies, and restore accountability to the federal billing card program.”
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In some cases, your account will be unused and unused. Otherwise, spending is questionable.
“This lack of surveillance is further highlighted by the recent DOD Office (DOD OIG) report, which has discovered 7,805 transactions in “known high-risk merchants,” including casino ATMs and mobile application stores,” the letter states. “The report found 3,246 purchases were made at ‘alcoholic drink dealers in bars, discos, nightclubs and taverns’ during holidays and large sporting events. These fees were for legitimate purposes or for the mission of the DOD on which the card was issued. ”
The letter calls for a “comprehensive review” from GAO, the latest Republican effort to increase federal efficiency and accountability.
“To better understand the scope of this issue and inform potential reforms, GAO has requested that a comprehensive review of government purchases, travel, fleets, and issuance and management of integrated billing cards and accounts across federal agencies subject to the Chief Financial Officer (CFO) Act of 1990,” the letter states.
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The Senate has also expressed interest in Senator Joni Ernst, saying, “It’s time to cut off government credit cards.”
“With a $36 trillion debt, bureaucrats can’t swipe and paste taxpayers onto the bill,” Ernst said.
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