Pentagon watchdog refuses to investigate Starlink slowdowns - Reported The Pentagon's inspector general is refusing a bipartisan request to investigate the internet throttle of the Starlink and StarShield satellite for Ukraine, The Washington Post reported. A bipartisan group of 9 lawmakers (4 Republicans, 5 Democrats) demanded the investigation after Ukraine reported that their connection speeds were slowing down and severely hampered Ukraine's ability to intercept high-speed Russian attack drones.Instead of investigating, the inspector general told Congress to ask the Air Force. and discussed a decision by phone with President Trump. At the time, Musk publicly blamed the US military, and Trump claimed he had no idea who was responsible. Now, the Pentagon's independent watchdog refuses to disclose. substack | talk.