Inspector General (IG) Robert P. Storch announced today that the Department of Defense Office of Inspector General (DoD OIG) released the “Report of Investigation: Mr. Jacques T. Grimes, SES, former Director, Commonwealth and Partner Engagement, Office of the Under Secretary of Defense (Intelligence and Security).” The report substantiates misconduct allegations that Mr. Grimes sexually harassed a subordinate while on official travel in 2019 and 2020.
IG Storch stated, “This investigation, which was initiated based on a complaint to the DoD Hotline, highlights the importance of individuals coming forward with what they reasonably believe to be evidence of wrongdoing. As reflected in the report of investigation released today, information from whistleblowers is essential to our ability to address misconduct such as sexual harassment within the Department of Defense.”
As Mr. Grimes retired from Federal service in March 2022, the DoD OIG recommended that a copy of the report of investigation be placed in his personnel file.