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Smithsonian names new inspector general

WASHINGTON -- The Smithsonian Institution's chief auditor was named its permanent inspector general Monday —- nine months after her predecessor quit, citing shrinking resources to detect and prevent fraud at the massive museum and research complex.

The appointment comes as auditors investigate the Smithsonian's business units and compensation for top executives...

The Smithsonian Board of Regents appointed [A. Sprightly] Ryan to the permanent post. She reports directly to the 17-member board and to Congress. The inspector general previously reported to the Smithsonian secretary, the top museum official, but that was changed in July after [Debra S.] Ritt's resignation.
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