The IRS launched an investigation into the Clinton Foundation in 2019, but internal memos reveal that they abruptly ceased communication with whistleblowers, raising concerns about accountability and transparency. A memo obtained by Just The News notes, “Can’t talk about the CF [Clinton Foundation],” indicating a sudden cutoff in discussions with two whistleblowers who had provided critical information.
This investigation, initiated during the Trump administration, aimed to examine potential misconduct by the Clinton Foundation as it engaged with various international entities. Whistleblowers Lawrence Doyle and John Moynihan devoted years to studying the foundation’s practices. They highlighted significant discrepancies in how the foundation operated as a charitable organization. According to Moynihan, a staggering 60% of donations were reportedly funneled into “administration fees,” far exceeding the standard industry practice of 10-15%.
Doyle stated, “The investigation clearly demonstrates that the [Clinton] Foundation was not a charitable organization per se, but in pointed fact was a closely held family partnership.” This raises serious questions about the operational legitimacy of the foundation, which has connections to major global players.
The testimony provided by these whistleblowers drew attention from Congress. Congressman Jim Jordan sought clarification on claims that the Clinton Foundation essentially acted as an intermediary for foreign government interests by “brokering money” and “pharmaceuticals.” Moynihan’s remarks further emphasized this hybrid nature of the foundation, devoid of the legal framework granted to traditional charities.
The investigation was not without its flaws. During a prior inquiry led by U.S. Attorney John Huber in 2017, key evidence and testimonies from these whistleblowers were reportedly overlooked. The materials against the foundation were lost three times during the course of this probe. Despite the depth of the evidence, Huber’s investigation concluded without charges, and subsequent efforts by U.S. Attorney John Durham yielded similar results.
This pattern of stunted investigations into the Clinton Foundation’s activities suggests a systemic issue regarding accountability at high levels of federal oversight, casting a long shadow over the foundation’s operations and intentions.
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