The pentagon failed its 7th audit by almost a trillion dollars

[alliecbb (Allie Bauer Baltozer)]

As an American that has been harmed multiple times by our tax system and the IRS, I am appalled and angry about the fact that the Pentagon cannot account for almost a trillion dollars of tax payer money, and yet we are held to a standard of zero forgiveness for even a penny unaccounted for annually. This is also on money that has already been taxed multiple times to get to this point. What is going to change? We need help. We need to stand up for what America was built upon. We need to be angry and hurt. We need change.

[IamJohnGault (Carol Meza)]

Audits of the Federal Reserve and the Pentagon are a start. There doesn’t seem to be any accountability, punishment, or oversight. I would also suggest dissolution of the IRS, FED Reserve, FBI, CIA, EPA, HHS, etc.
As for policy recommendation specific to this forum, I suggest:
1- Audit the Pentagon for the past 10 years. Include all black ops.
2- Identify people responsible for spending and criminally prosecute (defrauding the government) for not tracking funding, for no-bid contracts, and for paying more than civilian equivalent . Felony, 10 years, no parole. If convicted, the person shall be banned from holding any political office (appointed or elected), banned from working in the defense industry (unpaid consultant or paid consultant, or employee), and banned from making profit or public appearances concerning any knowledge gained while employed by the federal or state government. This includes media appearances, speaking engagements, and book deals.
3- All hidden Pentagn, military, black box, and CIA programs shall be disclosed in 30 days to Congress and the President.
4- A citizen oversight committee with Grand Jury powers shall investigate any whistle-blower complaints.

[SueK (Susan)]

This policy suggestion also fits along these lines, but extends to ALL Depts and Agencies who fail audits…

Establish An Immediate Funding Freeze On Any Government Department Or Agency That Fails To Account For Funding Given It

As of today, the Pentagon fails its seventh consecutive financial audit, unable to account for $824 billion of its budget. Excuse me! How does one “misplace” $824 billion". How do you “misplace” billions of dollars SEVEN TIMES IN A ROW? This used to NEVER happen. All of a sudden it happens EVERY time. I call BS on this…something stinks, and it smells like secret black budgets, illegal donations to foreign countries, or money laundering. If you gave your child an allowance, out of which he was …

Perhaps Carol’s suggestion of Audit steps would be triggered immediately when any Dept or Angency fails their audit. Some combination thereof might be suitable.

[Nelson_Williams]

Proposal : Addressing Failed Audits in Government Agencies

Introduction
The repeated failure of the Pentagon to pass financial audits, most recently being unable to account for $824 billion, highlights a systemic problem in government accountability. This analysis explores the ramifications of such failures and proposes a robust policy framework to address the lack of fiscal transparency and control in federal agencies.

The Ascent: Identifying the Issues

1. Magnitude of the Problem

• Observation: The Pentagon has failed seven consecutive audits, with the latest revealing $824 billion unaccounted for.
• Impact: This undermines public trust in government institutions and demonstrates severe inefficiencies in budgetary oversight.

2. Double Standards in Accountability

• Observation: Individual taxpayers face strict accountability, often with zero tolerance for minor errors, while government agencies operate with leniency in cases of massive financial mismanagement.
• Impact: This disparity fosters public resentment and erodes confidence in the tax system.

3. Lack of Transparency

• Observation: The inability to track vast sums of taxpayer money raises suspicions of mismanagement, black budgets, or illicit financial activities.
• Impact: Speculation about unethical practices further diminishes trust and fuels calls for reform.

4. Ineffective Oversight Mechanisms

• Observation: Current audit and accountability measures fail to detect and rectify financial mismanagement before it escalates.
• Impact: This perpetuates a culture of negligence within government agencies.

The Summit: The Peak Advantage

5. A Framework for Fiscal Integrity

• Vision: Implement a stringent policy framework that ensures real-time tracking, accountability, and repercussions for financial mismanagement across all federal agencies.
• Peak Advantage: A transparent and accountable system would restore public trust, optimize resource allocation, and safeguard taxpayer money.

The Descent: Policy Recommendations

6. Triggered Oversight for Failed Audits

• Proposal: Require immediate oversight and corrective action plans when any department fails an audit.
• Example: Establish a timeline for rectification, enforced by independent third-party auditors.

7. Real-Time Financial Tracking Systems

• Proposal: Introduce blockchain or other immutable digital ledger technologies to monitor federal spending in real-time.
• Impact: Enhances transparency and reduces opportunities for mismanagement or fraud.

8. Whistleblower Incentives

• Proposal: Strengthen protections and rewards for whistleblowers who expose financial irregularities within government agencies.
• Impact: Encourages internal accountability and deters unethical practices.

9. Penalties for Non-Compliance

• Proposal: Mandate financial and operational consequences for agencies that repeatedly fail audits, including budget freezes or leadership reviews.
• Impact: Introduces tangible accountability measures and incentivizes compliance.

10. Public Access to Audit Reports

• Proposal: Require that audit findings and corrective measures be made accessible to the public in a simplified format.
• Impact: Empowers citizens to hold government agencies accountable and fosters a culture of transparency.

Conclusion

The repeated failure of audits in government agencies like the Pentagon represents a critical breakdown in fiscal responsibility. By implementing stricter oversight, advanced tracking technologies, and robust accountability measures, policymakers can rebuild trust, safeguard public funds, and ensure that taxpayer money is managed responsibly.

Final Thought: “The Tree of Accountability”

Imagine a tree that stands as a symbol of fiscal integrity and public trust:

• Roots: Real-time financial tracking and triggered oversight mechanisms.
• Trunk: Policies that enforce accountability and transparency.
• Branches: Whistleblower protections and public access to audit data.
• Leaves: An informed citizenry empowered to demand change.

This tree represents a resilient system where taxpayer money is valued, and government agencies are held to the highest standards of accountability.

[MrsTheise]

We need to cut their funding until they are able to provide proof of spending. And if there’s discrepancies anywhere there needs to be an investigation