Oil Inspectors Took Bribes, Did Drugs

A report claims that inspectors from the Minerals Management Service (MMS) took bribes and were under the influence of drugs on the job.

May 27, 2010

A report claims that inspectors from the Minerals Management Service (MMS) took bribes and were under the infludence of drugs on the job.

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