Gerald Walpin was an American lawyer and public servant who served as the Inspector General for the Corporation for National and Community Service (CNCS) from 2007 to 2009. Born on December 30, 1931, in Brooklyn, New York, Walpin held a prominent position in the field of law and public administration.
As Inspector General, Walpin was responsible for overseeing and investigating the use of federal funds allocated for national service programs, such as AmeriCorps. His role involved ensuring that these programs operated efficiently, effectively, and with integrity, and that the resources allocated were being used for their intended purposes.
However, Walpin's tenure as Inspector General was not without controversy. In 2009, he was removed from his position by President Barack Obama. This decision was met with mixed reactions, with some praising Walpin for his diligent work in uncovering instances of waste, fraud, and abuse in national service programs, while others criticized his handling of specific investigations and alleged partisan behavior.
Throughout his career, Gerald Walpin was recognized for his commitment to public service and his work in promoting transparency and accountability in government programs. His contributions as Inspector General, although subject to debate and controversy, made an impact on the oversight of federal resources allocated for national service initiatives.
