Michael J. Missal

Michael J. Missal
Official portrait
Inspector General of the United States Department of Veterans Affairs
In office
May 2, 2016 – January 24, 2025
PresidentBarack Obama
Donald Trump
Joe Biden
Preceded byGeorge J. Opfer
Succeeded byCheryl L. Mason
Personal details
EducationWashington and Lee University (BS)
Catholic University Law School (JD)

Michael J. Missal was the inspector general of the United States Department of Veterans Affairs. He was confirmed by the Senate on April 19, 2016 and sworn in on May 2, 2016. On January 24, 2025, he was fired by President Donald Trump along with at least 17 other Inspectors General; however, the legality of the firing remains in question.