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Prepared Statemeny by U.S. Senator Chuck Grassley of Iowa, Ranking Member, Senate Judiciary Committee, Hearing titled: Dereliction of Duty: Examining the Inspector Genereal’s Report on the FBI’s handling of the Larry Nassar Investigation
Prepared Statemeny by U.S. Senator Chuck Grassley of Iowa, Ranking Member, Senate Judiciary Committee, Hearing titled: Dereliction of Duty: Examining the Inspector Genereal’s Report on the FBI’s handling of the Larry Nassar InvestigationThank you, Chairman Durbin for working with me on today’s hearing. As the former chairman of this Committee, I convened a hearing in 2017 on the importance of protecting young athletes against abuse. It took place before Larry Nassar, the now disgraced team doctor for USA Gymnastics, was convicted.
Our Committee heard then from other gymnasts about a culture in competitive sports that made it difficult for many girls to come forward and report sexual abuse. That hearing convinced me of the need to champion legislation, on which I worked closely with Senator Feinstein in 2017. Its enactment means that coaches, instructors and others who work with young athletes now are mandatory reporters of child exploitation or abuse.
Because oversight of the FBI is one of our Committee’s important duties, I also repeatedly pressed the FBI for more information on its handling of the Nassar investigation from 2017 to the present. FBI personnel ignored my staff’s request in January 2018 for a briefing, and when I contacted the Bureau by letter to restate the request, I was advised that the Inspector General was reviewing the matter.
Chuck Grassley | September 15, 2021
The Foundation for Global Sports Development delivers and supports initiatives that promote fair play, education, and the benefits of abuse-free sport for youth.
White Law PLLC was founded to provide more personalized representation to clients facing legal dilemmas. Whether you have an issue that is complex or relatively straightforward, any legal matter can have a significant impact on your life. Our team of experienced lawyers based in Okemos, Michigan, strive to deliver outstanding legal services that exceed your expectations. We utilize our extensive legal knowledge and the latest in technology to bring you effective and proven solutions to your legal issues.