PTSD: Clear Combat Veteran's Name - Call to Action

The Issue

🚀 Urgent Call to Champions of Justice 🚀

⚠️ As a 22-year, 3x combat veteran, honorably retired Chief Warrant Officer Four, U.S. Army, and recipient of the Legion of Merit, I am seeking assistance in obtaining justice that has continuously been denied to me. Under 32 CFR 286.8(e), expedited processing is granted to requests where there is an imminent risk of losing substantial due process rights. This regulation underscores the urgency of addressing cases like mine, where fairness and justice have been consistently withheld.

My due process rights are guaranteed under the Fifth Amendment and the Fourteenth Amendment of the U.S. Constitution. The Fifth Amendment ensures that no individual shall be "deprived of life, liberty, or property, without due process of law" in dealings with the federal government, while the Fourteenth Amendment extends these protections to actions taken by state governments. These amendments ensure that all individuals, including military personnel, are entitled to fair legal procedures before any significant adverse action is taken against them.

Despite these constitutional protections, I have experienced a continuous denial of my procedural due process rights, resulting in unjust administrative decisions and significant harm to my reputation and career. ⚠️ #VictimizedbyDOD

“If not you, then WHO? If not now, WHEN?”
America’s sons and daughters who’ve served deserve better. We, the VOICELESS, deserve and demand better!

If you have witnessed an unfair accusation or supported someone in need, I kindly ask for a moment of your time. Your signature, even if anonymous, can make a meaningful impact. If possible, please consider sharing my petition to ensure that my case receives the attention it deserves for a fair attempt at redress and due process.

Thank you for standing with me!!

How You Can Help:

I am gathering 1,750 signatures to petition the White House for justice. I am seeking the Department of Defense's assistance to clear my name by expunging my records and correcting their unjust decision. The individual responsible for this injustice is a U.S. Army Lieutenant Colonel in the Aviation branch, currently on active duty. Our service members deserve to be led by leaders who uphold justice, transparency, and integrity. We cannot allow the actions of one individual to tarnish the reputation of the U.S. military or erode the American people's trust.

For over six years, I've battled false accusations and retaliation from a superior officer. Despite contacting 40+ agencies, I've been trapped in a bureaucratic maze. Your support is crucial to clearing my name.

PLEASE SIGN (Anonymous Option): I am not the only victim of the Department of Defense Inspector General’s FAILURE TO ACT — deny, delay, deflect, diffuse, and hope that you give up on yourself 😔” #VictimizedbyDOD

Contact for Petition:

Chief Warrant Officer Four (CW4) (RET.) 

Email: jaguarmanxhl@gmail.com

How can a victim achieve healing when closure is systematically obstructed? I urge you to review the attached official sworn statements (DA Form 2823) provided by a Lieutenant Colonel (LTC/O-5, G1 supervisor/rater), a Colonel (COL/O-6, Chief of Staff/senior rater), and a Sergeant First Class (SFC/E-7, Assistant Inspector General). These statements clearly affirm my innocence and stand in stark contrast to the findings of the Department of Defense Inspector General (DoDIG) Whistleblower Division. Their official declaration states: “The findings were consistent with the evidence and in accordance with established policy. Additionally, you provided no new evidence to dispute the fact that, as a strength manager and senior member of the Command's Personnel / G-1 Staff Section, you abused your position and threatened to adversely influence an officer's career-enhancing assignment in reprisal for his protected communications. Therefore, we decline to reverse our prior approval of the Army IG's investigation, and the case remains closed.” As you read through the evidence presented, bear in mind that the complainant of the alleged accusation served as a command inspector general at the time of the incident and was a part of the Department of the Army Inspector General’s chain of command. 

This case involves retribution, abuse of authority, scapegoating, and potential cover-up at the behest of a field-grade superior commissioned officer who brought the erroneously substantiated whistleblower case against me with the support of Department of Defense Inspector General (DoDIG) enablers. Despite reaching out to over 40 civilian/government agencies and top officials, including:

1.) Former President Joseph R. Biden Jr.
2.) Former Secretary of Defense Lloyd J. Austin III
3.) Former Secretary of the Army Christine E. Wormuth
4.) FORSCOM Four-Star General
5.) FORSCOM Deputy Staff Judge Advocate (SJA) and Chief, Civil Law
6.) The White House Communications
7.) U.S. Representative Richard Hudson (NC-09)
8.) U.S. Senator Ted Budd (NC)
9.) U.S. Senator Thom Tillis (NC)
10.) U.S. Senate Armed Services Committee
11.) U.S. Office of Special Counsel
12.) U.S. Department of Justice (DOJ)
13.) Department of Defense Inspector General (DoDIG) Whistleblower Administrator Division
14.) Office of the Chief Legislative Liaison (OCLL)
15.) DoDIG Hotline
16.) DoD Chief, Oversight Branch Whistleblower Reprisal Investigation
17.) Whistleblower Protection Coordinator Administrative Investigations DoDIG
18.) Department of the Army Inspector General (DAIG)
19.) DoDIG and DAIG FOIA/Privacy Act
20.) Office of Secretary Defense (OSD) Joint Staff (JS) OSD/JS FOIA Requester Service Center
21.) Army Board of Corrections of Military Records Review
22.) Army Review Board Congressional Liaison
23.) Integrity Committee Council of the Inspectors General on Integrity and Efficiency (CIGIE)
24.) Office of the Assistant Secretary of Defense for Legislative Affairs

I have yet to receive a resolution or tangible support for my case. This situation continues to undermine justice and due process, raising questions about the effectiveness of our oversight mechanisms for veterans like myself who have served this country with honor.

I’ve faced countless hurdles as an active-duty service member and now as a veteran. But I refuse to remain silent. Join me in urging the Department of Defense to rectify this injustice. This isn't just about me — it's about all who've suffered. Your signature holds power. #VictimizedbyDOD

Let's demand accountability and ensure justice prevails. Sign the petition now to rectify this injustice.

Unfortunately, I am unable to disclose the full details/evidence of the fraudulent erroneously substantiated Whistleblower case against me due to file upload limits on Change.org. Nonetheless, I am actively working on finding a solution. Below, I have included some documents that provide evidence of my innocence, efforts, and injustice.

Deprivation Of Rights Under Color Of Law Section 242 of Title 18: This section of the United States Code prohibits anyone acting under color of law from willfully depriving a person of a right or privilege protected by the Constitution or laws of the United States. My case highlights a stark violation of these rights, and I seek your support in bringing it to light.

On October 23, 2024, after over four years of frustrating delays and evasive tactics from the Department of Defense Inspector General (DoD IG) Whistleblower Division, the Army Board of Corrections has now clearly stated, in writing, that the DoDIG is the proper authority for my requested relief. This directly contradicts earlier claims that the Army Board of Correction of Military Records held the responsibility. Despite presenting undeniable evidence of my innocence, the responsible agency continues to obstruct justice through calculated delays, denial, and tactics designed to force me to give up.

 

 

 

 

On January 5, 2025, I submitted the enclosed letter to my congressional representative, seeking justice for the wrongful substantiation of my whistleblower complaint. Despite my ongoing efforts, I continue to be denied the justice I am entitled to, and the issue remains unresolved.

 

 

 

 

Fraudulent Whistleblower Case:

Esteemed members of our community,

I am writing to address a serious matter that has profoundly impacted my career, personal life, and reputation. I have been a victim of false allegations, unfair practices, internal biases, improper investigations, and undue processes by the Department of Defense Inspector General entities and their enablers.

I was falsely accused of trying to prevent a field-grade superior officer from being reassigned to a career-enhancing position. I was a Human Resources Technician then, and the officer was a Brigadier General's Command Inspector General. The officer claimed that I was retaliating against them for making protected communications, violating Title 10 USC § 1034. However, I want to clarify that I had no authority over the officer; leadership (COLs/O-6 & LTC/O-5, DA Form 2823, Sworn Statements) was aware of all my actions, and I did not take any unauthorized, illegal, immoral, or unethical steps against them. The officer went directly to the Department of Defense Inspector General (DoDIG) without following the chain of command and simultaneously requested a command's AR 15-6 investigation be conducted, summarizing the illegitimacy of the situation.

Although a Brigadier General's (BG) investigation under AR 15-6 cleared me of accusations and proved that the officer attempted to Permanent Change Station (PCS) without leadership support, the Department of Defense Inspector General (DoDIG) later substantiated the same charges. They cited the command's AR 15-6, which had previously exonerated me. In 2018, a year later, DoDIG's adjudication of the false accusations after being cleared by a BG's 15-6 investigation was like double jeopardy. It became evident that I was being made a scapegoat to protect a corrupt Inspector General (IG) who had abused their position and authority. My irrefutable evidence had proven that the command IG had made baseless allegations at the DoD level to gain personal benefits, without any support from their chain of command, and to cover up their wrongdoing and the senior officer's poor decision-making abilities. It was easier for the DoDIG Whistleblower Division to hold an innocent Soldier accountable than to pursue the guilty individual, who was a BG's Command IG, in order to protect the institution. #VictimizedbyDOD

The Secretary of the Army (SECARMY) adjudicated the Military Whistleblower Protection case, and it was evident that as a subordinate Staff Warrant Officer, I could never have dispositioned a Personnel Action for this superior officer or any Soldier. The reason is that I was never in a command position to recommend approval or disapproval of a request for Personnel Action.

Despite my innocence, I was unfairly denied a promotion in 2019 and placed on the Department of Army Chief Warrant Officer Four (CW4) Scroll Withhold List for over a year. The denial was due to a whistleblower complaint mistakenly substantiated by the Department of Defense Inspector General (DoDIG) and adjudicated by the SECARMY. However, I was able to provide undeniable evidence of my innocence, which led to my immediate promotion with back pay and the restoration of my rank date to 2019. The evidence also revealed that the Department of Defense Inspector General Whistleblower Administrative Investigation Division may have negatively impacted my case. Despite proving my innocence, DoDIG has refused to acknowledge any wrongdoing.

My case was the only substantiated Department of Defense Whistleblower Reprisal Case among 19 in the Department of Defense Inspector General's Semiannual Report to Congress, dated November 30, 2018. Although I have exhausted all available official redress procedures for denied justice, I retired in 2022 as a Chief Warrant Officer Four. I am a Warrant Officer Senior Service Education graduate and received the prestigious Legion of Merit for exemplary service. I was ranked #1 out of 70+ in my area of expertise by the Human Resources Command (HRC) and left to pursue justice.

Implore for Assistance:

I hope that the DoD will take swift action to clear my name and rectify this miscarriage of justice. Seeking justice is not just about me but for everyone who has encountered the same or similar injustice. Although it has been a personal endeavor, I hope my efforts will not be in vain but will bring about positive change for future servicemembers.

I humbly request your support in helping me receive justice. I kindly ask you to “PLEASE SIGN (Anonymous Option)” the petition. 

Thank you for your attention to this matter.

One team, one fight! 

#VictimizedbyDOD

Attached Evidence:

TAB A: White House Letters —Acknowledgement

TAB B: DoDIG Memorandum denying requested relief — Referral to Army Board Correction Military Records (ABCMR)

TAB C: Army Regulation Investigation results — Unsubstantiated findings

TAB D: Army Promotion Review Board results — Immediate CW4 promotion with back pay

TAB E: Army Board Correction of Military Records — Failure to Act

TAB F: Council of the Inspector General on Integrity and Efficiency — Failure to Act

TAB G: Secretary of the Army Memorandum — Endorsement of fraudulent whistleblower case

TAB H: Semiannual Report to the Congress — Coversheet

TAB I: Semiannual Report to the Congress— Fraudulent whistleblower justification

TAB J: Semiannual Report to the Congress — 1 of 19 substantiated; only case adjudicated 

TAB K: G1, LTC/O-5,(supervisor/rater) Sworn statement—validates innocence

TAB L: Chief of Staff, COL/O-6,(senior rater), Sworn statement—validates innocence

TAB M: Assistant IG, SFC/E-7, Sworn statement — Shows IG office collusion and targeting efforts against me

TAB N: Retirement Award: Legion of Merit (approved July 2021)

#VictimizedbyDOD

TAB A:

As of today, I continue to be affected (victimized) by a federal government system that lacks the necessary policy, guidance, and procedures to address an erroneously substantiated Department of Defense Inspector General (DoDIG) Whistleblower Complaint filed by a fellow Inspector General. #VictimizedbyDOD

 

 

 

 

TAB B:

Under Title 10 U.S.C. Code § 1034 -Protected communications, could a subordinate reprise against a superior officer in violation of Title 10 U.S. Code § 1034 - Protected communications; prohibition of retaliatory personnel actions?#VictimizedbyDOD

 

 

 

 

TAB C:

I am deeply concerned that the agencies responsible for upholding justice are involved in covering up their wrongdoing, callously sacrificing my rightful justice for the sake of bureaucratic expediency. Below are the Brigadier General's AR 15-6 investigation findings. These findings were supposedly used by the Department of Defense Inspector General Whistleblower Division to support the false accusation against me. However, the results actually prove my innocence. Need more context? The individual who made the complaint was a member of the Inspector General's professional chain of command and also served as the Brigadier General’s Command Inspector General. #VictimizedbyDOD

 

 

 

 

TAB D:

On December 10, 2019, the Army Promotion Review Board Agency served as the highest administrative level for reviewing and ensuring that officers selected for promotion are “mentally, physically, morally, or professionally” qualified to perform the duties of the higher grade. During that year, the Promotion Review Board concluded that I was innocent and that a wealth of credible and incontrovertible evidence had acquitted me of the alleged Department of Defense Inspector General’s erroneous Whistleblower Reprisal charges filed by a Command Inspector General (superior). As a result, the Assistant Secretary of the Army adjudicated the board’s findings. I was immediately promoted to Chief Warrant Officer Four, received back pay, and my rank was reinstated to the original date of 2019. #VictimizedbyDOD

 

 

 

 

TAB E:

On April 15, 2022, after the Department of Defense Inspector General (DoDIG) received guidance from the President of the United States of America to investigate my case, DoDIG declined to reverse their prior approval of the Army IG's investigation and deemed the case to remain closed. DoDIG then offered the following guidance, “Pursuant to section 1034, title 10, United States Code, "Protected communications; prohibition of retaliatory personnel actions," you may request review of the matter by the Army Board for Correction of Military Records (ABCMR).” After following their guidance, I now need help understanding why my submission to the Army Board for Correction of Military Records (ABCMR) was returned "without prejudice" and "board action" after they reviewed a preponderance of credible and indisputable evidence (DA Form 2823, Sworn Statements) showing that an innocent Soldier was scapegoated by a retaliatory field-grade superior officer serving as a sworn Inspector General official. This officer deliberately and maliciously launched a Whistleblower Case against me for his transgressions and gain. #VictimizedbyDOD

 

 

 

 

TAB F:

On July 4, 2023, I submitted correspondence and irrefutable supporting evidence to the Integrity Committee of the Council of the Inspectors General on Integrity and Efficiency. The evidence demonstrated that a "protected person" had abused their authority by suppressing new evidence. This evidence revealed that the Department of Defense Inspector General Administrative Investigations had misguided the Secretary of the Army about an erroneous Department of Defense Whistleblower Reprisal Case initiated by an active Command Inspector General. Additionally, the evidence presented highlighted that the Department of Defense Inspector General Administrative Investigation Division had directly influenced my case, the only substantiated Department of Defense Reprisal Case among 19 in the Department of Defense Inspector General's Semiannual Report to Congress dated November 30, 2018. Department of Defense Inspector General Whistleblower Division improperly substantiated my case despite lacking proper justifiable cause per The Department of Defense Directive 7050.06, "Military Whistleblower Protection," and appropriate Council of the Inspectors General on Integrity and Efficiency standards. #VictimizedbyDOD

 

 

 

 

TAB G:

Was a law, regulatory guidance, or policy available to Congress on the appropriate agency to request redress when a secretary is erroneously advised by his Inspector General on a Department of Defense Whistleblower case? #VictimizedbyDOD

 

 

 

 

TAB H:

On September 22, 2020, I submitted an application for reconsideration or redress to the Deputy Inspector General for Administrative Investigations at the U.S. Department of Defense based on advice from an Army Judge Advocate counsel. However, it was later determined that this was not the appropriate authority for the relief I sought, which has still not been identified. Despite presenting undeniable evidence, my case was dismissed. This decision was made even though the evidence warranted expungement, and I had already been cleared at the Department of the Army level. I am concerned that if my innocence had been acknowledged, it would have led to a chain reaction of events: holding the Command Inspector General accountable for falsifying a complaint, notifying the Secretary of Defense of the fraudulent findings, informing the Secretary of the Army of the fraudulent case he had endorsed while serving as the Secretary of the Army and now as the Secretary of Defense, and lastly briefing Congress about the fraudulent case they had received. This would have warranted removing my name, an innocent Soldier's name, from their previous briefed report. Instead, they held me, who is innocent, at fault for bureaucratic expediency. #VictimizedbyDOD

 

 

 

 

TAB I:

On September 22, 2020, I submitted official sworn statements (DA Form 2823) from the organization's Chief of Staff, Colonel (COL/O-6) (senior rater), and the G1, Lieutenant Colonel (LTC/O-5) (Rater) to the DoDIG Whistleblower Division as part of my case's reconsideration request. These statements contradict the charges presented in the semiannual report to Congress and clear me of the false accusations. I find it perplexing why the report has not been amended in light of this new evidence. #VictimizedbyDOD

 

 

 

 

TAB J: 

My case was one of 19 "Military Reprisal" whistleblower cases investigated by the DoDIG, and I was the only one found to be substantiated. However, a preponderance of credible evidence proved it false and unjust. Nevertheless, I still have a substantiated whistleblower case endorsed by the Secretary of the Army in my official records. #VictimizedbyDOD

 

 

 

 

TAB K:

The Attached Sworn Statement (DA Form 2823) endorsed by Lieutenant Colonel (LTC/O-5), G1(supervisor/rater), who was assigned to the organization during the alleged Whistleblower incident, contradicts the false narrative provided to Congress by the Department of Defense Inspector General Whistleblower Administrative Division. #VictimizedbyDOD

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

TAB L:

The Attached Sworn Statement (DA Form 2823) endorsed by Colonel (COL/O-6), Chief of Staff (senior rater), who was a leader assigned to the organization during the alleged Whistleblower incident, contradicts the false narrative provided to Congress by the Department of Defense Inspector General Whistleblower Administrative Division. #VictimizedbyDOD

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

TAB M:

The Attached Sworn Statement (DA Form 2823) endorsed by Sergeant First Class (SFC/E-7), Assistant Inspector General (IG), who was an IG NCO assigned to the organization shows IG office collusion and targeting efforts against me. #VictimizedbyDOD

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

TAB N:

Retirement Award: Legion of Merit

 

 

 

 

Being falsely accused of a Department of Defense (DoD) whistleblower accusation can have severe and far-reaching implications for the accused individual. Here are some potential consequences:

 Professional Repercussions:
 • Career Damage: The accused might face suspension, demotion, or termination. Even if later exonerated, their career could be irreparably harmed.
 • Loss of Security Clearance: Many DoD positions require security clearances, and a false accusation can lead to suspension or revocation of these clearances, severely limiting job opportunities.

Legal and Financial Consequences:
 • Legal Costs: Defending against the accusations can incur significant legal expenses.
 • Potential Civil Liability: If the case involves allegations of fraud or misconduct, the accused might face civil lawsuits, even if the accusations are false.

Reputation and Personal Impact:
 • Reputation Damage: Accusations can tarnish an individual's professional and personal reputation within and outside the DoD.
 • Emotional and Psychological Stress: The stress of being falsely accused can lead to mental health issues such as anxiety, depression, and stress-related illnesses.
 • Social Stigma: The accused may experience social ostracism and strained relationships with colleagues, friends, and family.

Financial Impact:
 • Income Loss: Being suspended or losing one's job can lead to income loss and financial instability.
 • Future Employability: Future job prospects can be negatively affected, as potential employers may be wary of hiring someone previously accused of wrongdoing, even if falsely.

Time and Resources:
 • Lengthy Investigations: Clearing one's name can be long and arduous, consuming significant personal time and resources.
 • Diversion from Duties: Time and energy spent defending against the accusations can distract from professional responsibilities and career advancement.

Retaliation Risks:
 • Counter-Retaliation: The falsely accused might face retaliation from colleagues or superiors who believe the accusations despite their false nature.
 • Loss of Trust: Relationships with supervisors and colleagues can be damaged, leading to a loss of trust and support within the workplace.

Impact on Whistleblowing Culture:
 • Chilling Effect: False accusations can discourage genuine whistleblowers from coming forward, as they fear they might also be falsely accused or not believed.
 • Policy Reevaluation: The DoD might need to reevaluate its whistleblower policies to protect better both whistleblowers and those falsely accused.

Being falsely accused in a DoD whistleblower case can have profound and lasting impacts on the individual's career, finances, reputation, and personal well-being. It underscores the importance of thorough and fair investigative processes to protect all parties.#VictimizedbyDOD

My search for a solution and resolution is crucial. Injustice within the military justice system can significantly impact the lives and reputations of service members. To address these issues, a comprehensive and strategic approach is essential, which includes:

1. Justice and Fair Treatment: Advocate for legal assistance from organizations that specialize in military law to ensure fair treatment under the Uniform Code of Military Justice (UCMJ).

2. Restoration: Pursue opportunities for restitution, including appeals, to restore your standing after experiencing unjust treatment.

3. Expungement: Seek legal guidance to remove erroneous claims from your military record, ensuring accuracy and fairness.

4. Policy Reform: Advocate for policy changes that address government agents' abuse of authority while promoting greater transparency, oversight, and accountability.

5. Prevention: Collaborate with military advocacy groups and lawmakers to implement measures that prevent similar injustices, such as improved protections for whistleblowers and stronger oversight mechanisms.

By engaging with legal resources, advocacy groups, and policymakers, you can work towards achieving these solutions and help prevent others from facing similar challenges.#VictimizedbyDOD

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Chief Warrant Officer FourPetition Starter“I am a victim of injustice by the Department of Defense Inspector General Whistleblower Administration Division and the agency's blue wall of silence tactics, denying Civil Liberties, Due Process, and Constitutional Rule of Law protections.”

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The Issue

🚀 Urgent Call to Champions of Justice 🚀

⚠️ As a 22-year, 3x combat veteran, honorably retired Chief Warrant Officer Four, U.S. Army, and recipient of the Legion of Merit, I am seeking assistance in obtaining justice that has continuously been denied to me. Under 32 CFR 286.8(e), expedited processing is granted to requests where there is an imminent risk of losing substantial due process rights. This regulation underscores the urgency of addressing cases like mine, where fairness and justice have been consistently withheld.

My due process rights are guaranteed under the Fifth Amendment and the Fourteenth Amendment of the U.S. Constitution. The Fifth Amendment ensures that no individual shall be "deprived of life, liberty, or property, without due process of law" in dealings with the federal government, while the Fourteenth Amendment extends these protections to actions taken by state governments. These amendments ensure that all individuals, including military personnel, are entitled to fair legal procedures before any significant adverse action is taken against them.

Despite these constitutional protections, I have experienced a continuous denial of my procedural due process rights, resulting in unjust administrative decisions and significant harm to my reputation and career. ⚠️ #VictimizedbyDOD

“If not you, then WHO? If not now, WHEN?”
America’s sons and daughters who’ve served deserve better. We, the VOICELESS, deserve and demand better!

If you have witnessed an unfair accusation or supported someone in need, I kindly ask for a moment of your time. Your signature, even if anonymous, can make a meaningful impact. If possible, please consider sharing my petition to ensure that my case receives the attention it deserves for a fair attempt at redress and due process.

Thank you for standing with me!!

How You Can Help:

I am gathering 1,750 signatures to petition the White House for justice. I am seeking the Department of Defense's assistance to clear my name by expunging my records and correcting their unjust decision. The individual responsible for this injustice is a U.S. Army Lieutenant Colonel in the Aviation branch, currently on active duty. Our service members deserve to be led by leaders who uphold justice, transparency, and integrity. We cannot allow the actions of one individual to tarnish the reputation of the U.S. military or erode the American people's trust.

For over six years, I've battled false accusations and retaliation from a superior officer. Despite contacting 40+ agencies, I've been trapped in a bureaucratic maze. Your support is crucial to clearing my name.

PLEASE SIGN (Anonymous Option): I am not the only victim of the Department of Defense Inspector General’s FAILURE TO ACT — deny, delay, deflect, diffuse, and hope that you give up on yourself 😔” #VictimizedbyDOD

Contact for Petition:

Chief Warrant Officer Four (CW4) (RET.) 

Email: jaguarmanxhl@gmail.com

How can a victim achieve healing when closure is systematically obstructed? I urge you to review the attached official sworn statements (DA Form 2823) provided by a Lieutenant Colonel (LTC/O-5, G1 supervisor/rater), a Colonel (COL/O-6, Chief of Staff/senior rater), and a Sergeant First Class (SFC/E-7, Assistant Inspector General). These statements clearly affirm my innocence and stand in stark contrast to the findings of the Department of Defense Inspector General (DoDIG) Whistleblower Division. Their official declaration states: “The findings were consistent with the evidence and in accordance with established policy. Additionally, you provided no new evidence to dispute the fact that, as a strength manager and senior member of the Command's Personnel / G-1 Staff Section, you abused your position and threatened to adversely influence an officer's career-enhancing assignment in reprisal for his protected communications. Therefore, we decline to reverse our prior approval of the Army IG's investigation, and the case remains closed.” As you read through the evidence presented, bear in mind that the complainant of the alleged accusation served as a command inspector general at the time of the incident and was a part of the Department of the Army Inspector General’s chain of command. 

This case involves retribution, abuse of authority, scapegoating, and potential cover-up at the behest of a field-grade superior commissioned officer who brought the erroneously substantiated whistleblower case against me with the support of Department of Defense Inspector General (DoDIG) enablers. Despite reaching out to over 40 civilian/government agencies and top officials, including:

1.) Former President Joseph R. Biden Jr.
2.) Former Secretary of Defense Lloyd J. Austin III
3.) Former Secretary of the Army Christine E. Wormuth
4.) FORSCOM Four-Star General
5.) FORSCOM Deputy Staff Judge Advocate (SJA) and Chief, Civil Law
6.) The White House Communications
7.) U.S. Representative Richard Hudson (NC-09)
8.) U.S. Senator Ted Budd (NC)
9.) U.S. Senator Thom Tillis (NC)
10.) U.S. Senate Armed Services Committee
11.) U.S. Office of Special Counsel
12.) U.S. Department of Justice (DOJ)
13.) Department of Defense Inspector General (DoDIG) Whistleblower Administrator Division
14.) Office of the Chief Legislative Liaison (OCLL)
15.) DoDIG Hotline
16.) DoD Chief, Oversight Branch Whistleblower Reprisal Investigation
17.) Whistleblower Protection Coordinator Administrative Investigations DoDIG
18.) Department of the Army Inspector General (DAIG)
19.) DoDIG and DAIG FOIA/Privacy Act
20.) Office of Secretary Defense (OSD) Joint Staff (JS) OSD/JS FOIA Requester Service Center
21.) Army Board of Corrections of Military Records Review
22.) Army Review Board Congressional Liaison
23.) Integrity Committee Council of the Inspectors General on Integrity and Efficiency (CIGIE)
24.) Office of the Assistant Secretary of Defense for Legislative Affairs

I have yet to receive a resolution or tangible support for my case. This situation continues to undermine justice and due process, raising questions about the effectiveness of our oversight mechanisms for veterans like myself who have served this country with honor.

I’ve faced countless hurdles as an active-duty service member and now as a veteran. But I refuse to remain silent. Join me in urging the Department of Defense to rectify this injustice. This isn't just about me — it's about all who've suffered. Your signature holds power. #VictimizedbyDOD

Let's demand accountability and ensure justice prevails. Sign the petition now to rectify this injustice.

Unfortunately, I am unable to disclose the full details/evidence of the fraudulent erroneously substantiated Whistleblower case against me due to file upload limits on Change.org. Nonetheless, I am actively working on finding a solution. Below, I have included some documents that provide evidence of my innocence, efforts, and injustice.

Deprivation Of Rights Under Color Of Law Section 242 of Title 18: This section of the United States Code prohibits anyone acting under color of law from willfully depriving a person of a right or privilege protected by the Constitution or laws of the United States. My case highlights a stark violation of these rights, and I seek your support in bringing it to light.

On October 23, 2024, after over four years of frustrating delays and evasive tactics from the Department of Defense Inspector General (DoD IG) Whistleblower Division, the Army Board of Corrections has now clearly stated, in writing, that the DoDIG is the proper authority for my requested relief. This directly contradicts earlier claims that the Army Board of Correction of Military Records held the responsibility. Despite presenting undeniable evidence of my innocence, the responsible agency continues to obstruct justice through calculated delays, denial, and tactics designed to force me to give up.

 

 

 

 

On January 5, 2025, I submitted the enclosed letter to my congressional representative, seeking justice for the wrongful substantiation of my whistleblower complaint. Despite my ongoing efforts, I continue to be denied the justice I am entitled to, and the issue remains unresolved.

 

 

 

 

Fraudulent Whistleblower Case:

Esteemed members of our community,

I am writing to address a serious matter that has profoundly impacted my career, personal life, and reputation. I have been a victim of false allegations, unfair practices, internal biases, improper investigations, and undue processes by the Department of Defense Inspector General entities and their enablers.

I was falsely accused of trying to prevent a field-grade superior officer from being reassigned to a career-enhancing position. I was a Human Resources Technician then, and the officer was a Brigadier General's Command Inspector General. The officer claimed that I was retaliating against them for making protected communications, violating Title 10 USC § 1034. However, I want to clarify that I had no authority over the officer; leadership (COLs/O-6 & LTC/O-5, DA Form 2823, Sworn Statements) was aware of all my actions, and I did not take any unauthorized, illegal, immoral, or unethical steps against them. The officer went directly to the Department of Defense Inspector General (DoDIG) without following the chain of command and simultaneously requested a command's AR 15-6 investigation be conducted, summarizing the illegitimacy of the situation.

Although a Brigadier General's (BG) investigation under AR 15-6 cleared me of accusations and proved that the officer attempted to Permanent Change Station (PCS) without leadership support, the Department of Defense Inspector General (DoDIG) later substantiated the same charges. They cited the command's AR 15-6, which had previously exonerated me. In 2018, a year later, DoDIG's adjudication of the false accusations after being cleared by a BG's 15-6 investigation was like double jeopardy. It became evident that I was being made a scapegoat to protect a corrupt Inspector General (IG) who had abused their position and authority. My irrefutable evidence had proven that the command IG had made baseless allegations at the DoD level to gain personal benefits, without any support from their chain of command, and to cover up their wrongdoing and the senior officer's poor decision-making abilities. It was easier for the DoDIG Whistleblower Division to hold an innocent Soldier accountable than to pursue the guilty individual, who was a BG's Command IG, in order to protect the institution. #VictimizedbyDOD

The Secretary of the Army (SECARMY) adjudicated the Military Whistleblower Protection case, and it was evident that as a subordinate Staff Warrant Officer, I could never have dispositioned a Personnel Action for this superior officer or any Soldier. The reason is that I was never in a command position to recommend approval or disapproval of a request for Personnel Action.

Despite my innocence, I was unfairly denied a promotion in 2019 and placed on the Department of Army Chief Warrant Officer Four (CW4) Scroll Withhold List for over a year. The denial was due to a whistleblower complaint mistakenly substantiated by the Department of Defense Inspector General (DoDIG) and adjudicated by the SECARMY. However, I was able to provide undeniable evidence of my innocence, which led to my immediate promotion with back pay and the restoration of my rank date to 2019. The evidence also revealed that the Department of Defense Inspector General Whistleblower Administrative Investigation Division may have negatively impacted my case. Despite proving my innocence, DoDIG has refused to acknowledge any wrongdoing.

My case was the only substantiated Department of Defense Whistleblower Reprisal Case among 19 in the Department of Defense Inspector General's Semiannual Report to Congress, dated November 30, 2018. Although I have exhausted all available official redress procedures for denied justice, I retired in 2022 as a Chief Warrant Officer Four. I am a Warrant Officer Senior Service Education graduate and received the prestigious Legion of Merit for exemplary service. I was ranked #1 out of 70+ in my area of expertise by the Human Resources Command (HRC) and left to pursue justice.

Implore for Assistance:

I hope that the DoD will take swift action to clear my name and rectify this miscarriage of justice. Seeking justice is not just about me but for everyone who has encountered the same or similar injustice. Although it has been a personal endeavor, I hope my efforts will not be in vain but will bring about positive change for future servicemembers.

I humbly request your support in helping me receive justice. I kindly ask you to “PLEASE SIGN (Anonymous Option)” the petition. 

Thank you for your attention to this matter.

One team, one fight! 

#VictimizedbyDOD

Attached Evidence:

TAB A: White House Letters —Acknowledgement

TAB B: DoDIG Memorandum denying requested relief — Referral to Army Board Correction Military Records (ABCMR)

TAB C: Army Regulation Investigation results — Unsubstantiated findings

TAB D: Army Promotion Review Board results — Immediate CW4 promotion with back pay

TAB E: Army Board Correction of Military Records — Failure to Act

TAB F: Council of the Inspector General on Integrity and Efficiency — Failure to Act

TAB G: Secretary of the Army Memorandum — Endorsement of fraudulent whistleblower case

TAB H: Semiannual Report to the Congress — Coversheet

TAB I: Semiannual Report to the Congress— Fraudulent whistleblower justification

TAB J: Semiannual Report to the Congress — 1 of 19 substantiated; only case adjudicated 

TAB K: G1, LTC/O-5,(supervisor/rater) Sworn statement—validates innocence

TAB L: Chief of Staff, COL/O-6,(senior rater), Sworn statement—validates innocence

TAB M: Assistant IG, SFC/E-7, Sworn statement — Shows IG office collusion and targeting efforts against me

TAB N: Retirement Award: Legion of Merit (approved July 2021)

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TAB A:

As of today, I continue to be affected (victimized) by a federal government system that lacks the necessary policy, guidance, and procedures to address an erroneously substantiated Department of Defense Inspector General (DoDIG) Whistleblower Complaint filed by a fellow Inspector General. #VictimizedbyDOD

 

 

 

 

TAB B:

Under Title 10 U.S.C. Code § 1034 -Protected communications, could a subordinate reprise against a superior officer in violation of Title 10 U.S. Code § 1034 - Protected communications; prohibition of retaliatory personnel actions?#VictimizedbyDOD

 

 

 

 

TAB C:

I am deeply concerned that the agencies responsible for upholding justice are involved in covering up their wrongdoing, callously sacrificing my rightful justice for the sake of bureaucratic expediency. Below are the Brigadier General's AR 15-6 investigation findings. These findings were supposedly used by the Department of Defense Inspector General Whistleblower Division to support the false accusation against me. However, the results actually prove my innocence. Need more context? The individual who made the complaint was a member of the Inspector General's professional chain of command and also served as the Brigadier General’s Command Inspector General. #VictimizedbyDOD

 

 

 

 

TAB D:

On December 10, 2019, the Army Promotion Review Board Agency served as the highest administrative level for reviewing and ensuring that officers selected for promotion are “mentally, physically, morally, or professionally” qualified to perform the duties of the higher grade. During that year, the Promotion Review Board concluded that I was innocent and that a wealth of credible and incontrovertible evidence had acquitted me of the alleged Department of Defense Inspector General’s erroneous Whistleblower Reprisal charges filed by a Command Inspector General (superior). As a result, the Assistant Secretary of the Army adjudicated the board’s findings. I was immediately promoted to Chief Warrant Officer Four, received back pay, and my rank was reinstated to the original date of 2019. #VictimizedbyDOD

 

 

 

 

TAB E:

On April 15, 2022, after the Department of Defense Inspector General (DoDIG) received guidance from the President of the United States of America to investigate my case, DoDIG declined to reverse their prior approval of the Army IG's investigation and deemed the case to remain closed. DoDIG then offered the following guidance, “Pursuant to section 1034, title 10, United States Code, "Protected communications; prohibition of retaliatory personnel actions," you may request review of the matter by the Army Board for Correction of Military Records (ABCMR).” After following their guidance, I now need help understanding why my submission to the Army Board for Correction of Military Records (ABCMR) was returned "without prejudice" and "board action" after they reviewed a preponderance of credible and indisputable evidence (DA Form 2823, Sworn Statements) showing that an innocent Soldier was scapegoated by a retaliatory field-grade superior officer serving as a sworn Inspector General official. This officer deliberately and maliciously launched a Whistleblower Case against me for his transgressions and gain. #VictimizedbyDOD

 

 

 

 

TAB F:

On July 4, 2023, I submitted correspondence and irrefutable supporting evidence to the Integrity Committee of the Council of the Inspectors General on Integrity and Efficiency. The evidence demonstrated that a "protected person" had abused their authority by suppressing new evidence. This evidence revealed that the Department of Defense Inspector General Administrative Investigations had misguided the Secretary of the Army about an erroneous Department of Defense Whistleblower Reprisal Case initiated by an active Command Inspector General. Additionally, the evidence presented highlighted that the Department of Defense Inspector General Administrative Investigation Division had directly influenced my case, the only substantiated Department of Defense Reprisal Case among 19 in the Department of Defense Inspector General's Semiannual Report to Congress dated November 30, 2018. Department of Defense Inspector General Whistleblower Division improperly substantiated my case despite lacking proper justifiable cause per The Department of Defense Directive 7050.06, "Military Whistleblower Protection," and appropriate Council of the Inspectors General on Integrity and Efficiency standards. #VictimizedbyDOD

 

 

 

 

TAB G:

Was a law, regulatory guidance, or policy available to Congress on the appropriate agency to request redress when a secretary is erroneously advised by his Inspector General on a Department of Defense Whistleblower case? #VictimizedbyDOD

 

 

 

 

TAB H:

On September 22, 2020, I submitted an application for reconsideration or redress to the Deputy Inspector General for Administrative Investigations at the U.S. Department of Defense based on advice from an Army Judge Advocate counsel. However, it was later determined that this was not the appropriate authority for the relief I sought, which has still not been identified. Despite presenting undeniable evidence, my case was dismissed. This decision was made even though the evidence warranted expungement, and I had already been cleared at the Department of the Army level. I am concerned that if my innocence had been acknowledged, it would have led to a chain reaction of events: holding the Command Inspector General accountable for falsifying a complaint, notifying the Secretary of Defense of the fraudulent findings, informing the Secretary of the Army of the fraudulent case he had endorsed while serving as the Secretary of the Army and now as the Secretary of Defense, and lastly briefing Congress about the fraudulent case they had received. This would have warranted removing my name, an innocent Soldier's name, from their previous briefed report. Instead, they held me, who is innocent, at fault for bureaucratic expediency. #VictimizedbyDOD

 

 

 

 

TAB I:

On September 22, 2020, I submitted official sworn statements (DA Form 2823) from the organization's Chief of Staff, Colonel (COL/O-6) (senior rater), and the G1, Lieutenant Colonel (LTC/O-5) (Rater) to the DoDIG Whistleblower Division as part of my case's reconsideration request. These statements contradict the charges presented in the semiannual report to Congress and clear me of the false accusations. I find it perplexing why the report has not been amended in light of this new evidence. #VictimizedbyDOD

 

 

 

 

TAB J: 

My case was one of 19 "Military Reprisal" whistleblower cases investigated by the DoDIG, and I was the only one found to be substantiated. However, a preponderance of credible evidence proved it false and unjust. Nevertheless, I still have a substantiated whistleblower case endorsed by the Secretary of the Army in my official records. #VictimizedbyDOD

 

 

 

 

TAB K:

The Attached Sworn Statement (DA Form 2823) endorsed by Lieutenant Colonel (LTC/O-5), G1(supervisor/rater), who was assigned to the organization during the alleged Whistleblower incident, contradicts the false narrative provided to Congress by the Department of Defense Inspector General Whistleblower Administrative Division. #VictimizedbyDOD

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

TAB L:

The Attached Sworn Statement (DA Form 2823) endorsed by Colonel (COL/O-6), Chief of Staff (senior rater), who was a leader assigned to the organization during the alleged Whistleblower incident, contradicts the false narrative provided to Congress by the Department of Defense Inspector General Whistleblower Administrative Division. #VictimizedbyDOD

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

TAB M:

The Attached Sworn Statement (DA Form 2823) endorsed by Sergeant First Class (SFC/E-7), Assistant Inspector General (IG), who was an IG NCO assigned to the organization shows IG office collusion and targeting efforts against me. #VictimizedbyDOD

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

TAB N:

Retirement Award: Legion of Merit

 

 

 

 

Being falsely accused of a Department of Defense (DoD) whistleblower accusation can have severe and far-reaching implications for the accused individual. Here are some potential consequences:

 Professional Repercussions:
 • Career Damage: The accused might face suspension, demotion, or termination. Even if later exonerated, their career could be irreparably harmed.
 • Loss of Security Clearance: Many DoD positions require security clearances, and a false accusation can lead to suspension or revocation of these clearances, severely limiting job opportunities.

Legal and Financial Consequences:
 • Legal Costs: Defending against the accusations can incur significant legal expenses.
 • Potential Civil Liability: If the case involves allegations of fraud or misconduct, the accused might face civil lawsuits, even if the accusations are false.

Reputation and Personal Impact:
 • Reputation Damage: Accusations can tarnish an individual's professional and personal reputation within and outside the DoD.
 • Emotional and Psychological Stress: The stress of being falsely accused can lead to mental health issues such as anxiety, depression, and stress-related illnesses.
 • Social Stigma: The accused may experience social ostracism and strained relationships with colleagues, friends, and family.

Financial Impact:
 • Income Loss: Being suspended or losing one's job can lead to income loss and financial instability.
 • Future Employability: Future job prospects can be negatively affected, as potential employers may be wary of hiring someone previously accused of wrongdoing, even if falsely.

Time and Resources:
 • Lengthy Investigations: Clearing one's name can be long and arduous, consuming significant personal time and resources.
 • Diversion from Duties: Time and energy spent defending against the accusations can distract from professional responsibilities and career advancement.

Retaliation Risks:
 • Counter-Retaliation: The falsely accused might face retaliation from colleagues or superiors who believe the accusations despite their false nature.
 • Loss of Trust: Relationships with supervisors and colleagues can be damaged, leading to a loss of trust and support within the workplace.

Impact on Whistleblowing Culture:
 • Chilling Effect: False accusations can discourage genuine whistleblowers from coming forward, as they fear they might also be falsely accused or not believed.
 • Policy Reevaluation: The DoD might need to reevaluate its whistleblower policies to protect better both whistleblowers and those falsely accused.

Being falsely accused in a DoD whistleblower case can have profound and lasting impacts on the individual's career, finances, reputation, and personal well-being. It underscores the importance of thorough and fair investigative processes to protect all parties.#VictimizedbyDOD

My search for a solution and resolution is crucial. Injustice within the military justice system can significantly impact the lives and reputations of service members. To address these issues, a comprehensive and strategic approach is essential, which includes:

1. Justice and Fair Treatment: Advocate for legal assistance from organizations that specialize in military law to ensure fair treatment under the Uniform Code of Military Justice (UCMJ).

2. Restoration: Pursue opportunities for restitution, including appeals, to restore your standing after experiencing unjust treatment.

3. Expungement: Seek legal guidance to remove erroneous claims from your military record, ensuring accuracy and fairness.

4. Policy Reform: Advocate for policy changes that address government agents' abuse of authority while promoting greater transparency, oversight, and accountability.

5. Prevention: Collaborate with military advocacy groups and lawmakers to implement measures that prevent similar injustices, such as improved protections for whistleblowers and stronger oversight mechanisms.

By engaging with legal resources, advocacy groups, and policymakers, you can work towards achieving these solutions and help prevent others from facing similar challenges.#VictimizedbyDOD

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