In a recent development, former White House physician and current Texas Representative Ronny Jackson has been demoted by the Navy following allegations of inappropriate behavior during his time at the White House, as reported by The Washington Post. The demotion, from rear admiral to captain, comes after a damning Defense Department Inspector General's report in March 2021 substantiated the allegations against Jackson.

According to a defense official and a former U.S. official cited by The Post, the Navy took administrative action against Jackson in July 2022, resulting in his demotion. However, despite this demotion, Jackson continues to refer to himself as a retired rear admiral on his congressional website.

A Navy spokesperson confirmed that administrative action had been taken against Jackson in response to the substantiated allegations mentioned in the DODIG investigation. The spokesperson did not provide details about his current rank or explicitly acknowledge the demotion.

Jackson had retired from the Navy in 2019 as a rear admiral before entering politics and running for Congress. The campaign was supported by former President Donald Trump, under whom Jackson served as the top doctor in the White House. He also served as the White House physician during the Obama administration.

The DODIG report had revealed that Jackson had made inappropriate and denigrating statements about a female staff member, consumed alcohol and the sleeping pill Ambien while on duty, and contributed to a negative work environment during his time as White House physician.

Jackson vehemently denied the findings of the report when it was released, stating that the allegations were a result of a political hit job and were being resurrected due to his unwavering support for former President Trump. In his memoir, "Holding the Line," released in July 2022, Jackson dismisses the DODIG report as politically motivated.

The demotion by the Navy raises questions about Jackson's credibility and integrity, particularly as he continues to serve as a U.S. Representative while referring to himself as a retired rear admiral. Jackson's office has not yet responded to requests for comment regarding the Navy's decision.

Since entering Congress, Jackson has been a vocal critic of President Joe Biden, questioning his fitness for office and publicly demanding that he undergo a cognitive test. The demotion also comes amidst ongoing political tensions, with Jackson suggesting that he is perceived as a threat to the Biden administration.

This demotion serves as another chapter in the controversy surrounding Ronny Jackson, a figure who once held a position of prominence and trust in the White House but now faces scrutiny and a tarnished reputation. The ramifications of this demotion could have implications for Jackson's political career and credibility going forward.