(PatriotNews.net) – IRS whistleblowers Gary Shapley and Joe Ziegler, who squashed Hunter Biden’s sweetheart deal on his tax crimes and faced retaliation, have been promoted to leadership positions at the Treasury Department.
At a Glance
- Whistleblowers Shapley and Ziegler elevated to leadership roles in Treasury Department.
- They faced retaliation after exposing political meddling in Hunter Biden’s tax investigation.
- Serving as senior advisers, they aim to initiate tax agency reforms.
- This promotion heralds a victory for whistleblower transparency and accountability.
From Exile to Leadership
Gary Shapley and Joe Ziegler, the IRS whistleblowers who dared to challenge the political interference in Hunter Biden’s tax investigation, have been elevated to leadership roles within the Treasury Department. Their efforts spotlight significant misconduct, ousting any previous attempt to sweep their findings under the rug. Unfortunately, their courageous stand cost them dearly, as they faced unwarranted retaliation and exclusion from the Hunter Biden inquiry back in December 2022.
These promotions showcase the pivotal role they have played in advocating for transparency and accountability. As they step into their new roles as senior advisers to Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent, they prepare to lead transformative reforms within the IRS. Significantly, their ascension into these positions signals a victory not just for them but for all whistleblowers seeking justice.
A Win for Whistleblowers
Known figures like Senator Chuck Grassley, who commended Gary and Joe’s actions, underscored the need for strong whistleblower protections. Grassley called attention to the punitive actions taken against the whistleblowers, revealing insights that have led to public scrutiny and ultimate reversal of Hunter Biden’s lenient deals.
Grassley – “Gary Shapley and Joe Ziegler put their entire careers on the line to stand up for the truth…” – [Grassley].
Their promotion resonates as an endorsement of transparency, sending a strong signal across bureaucracies that whistleblowers must be valued and protected. This groundswell of support provides a crucial check on administrative conduct.
Challenges Persist
Despite their new positions, Shapley and Ziegler continue to grapple with legal hurdles. Complaints of retaliation by IRS and Department of Justice officials remain unresolved, displaying the complex journey whistleblowers face. Yet, these challenges highlight an enduring fight for justice and integrity within government agencies.
Shapley and Ziegler – “We have been motivated by one singular mantra: do what’s right, and do it the right way…” – [Shapley and Ziegler]
When accountability reaches the highest echelons of power, true justice for America’s future is within grasp. The story of Gary Shapley and Joe Ziegler is one of steadfast courage, signaling to the nation that with determination, transparency and accountability will always prevail.
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