White House acknowledges OIG report: US Ambassador to Singapore, Jonathan Kaplan, faced internal issues for poor conduct, unsubmitted expenses, and strained relationships.

The White House acknowledges an internal watchdog report stating that US Ambassador to Singapore, Jonathan Kaplan, threatened staff, failed to submit $48,000 in travel expenses on time, and had poor relations with some Singaporean ministries. The Office of Inspector General (OIG) found that Kaplan did not model integrity, plan strategically, collaborate, or communicate. The State Department is assessing Kaplan's leadership and management, with corrective action to be taken if necessary.

March 06, 2024
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