Special Inspector General, Troubled Asset Relief Program

The Special Inspector General for the Troubled Asset Relief Program (SIGTARP) is an independent office within the U.S. Department of the Treasury. Established in 2008, its primary role is to oversee and ensure accountability in the financial rescue efforts during the 2008 financial crisis. SIGTARP monitors how taxpayer funds are used to help stabilize banks and other financial institutions, investigating any misuse or fraud related to the program. Its findings help promote transparency and protect public funds in the context of economic recovery efforts.