Lane von Herzen: Formal Request for All Information in OIG Hotline's Possession Relating to My Case

My Third Novel's Conclusion, My Heartbreak

My heart begins to break when I think about completing this particular book -- because this narrative has sustained me like no other story I've known. It's both more personal and more universal than my other works. But beyond memory and archetype, it's a cri-de-coeur about needing to become the person one is destined to be. And in the writing, I have met my own life's work, my own fated journey -- having the sense all the while that the pages are suffused with a resonance, an energy, an electrified field that defies explanation. Writers hope and pray to be overtaken by a work in this way -- to be conscripted into passionate service of a profound story. To experience it even once in a lifetime seems a great privilege. I still have several months before this novel is complete, and this constitutes my reprieve. Because I'm not ready for the beauty to end.

Friday, August 8, 2025

Formal Request for All Information in OIG Hotline's Possession Relating to My Case

OIG Hotline, please be apprised that I spent today preparing and submitting my application as a refugee protection claimant within Canada. Due to increasing threats to my personal safety, that of my family members, friends and pets, it seemed that it was necessary to take this additional step at this time. As I mentioned, I view the United States as my home, and I view funds awarded to me through your auspices as funds I intend to dedicate to the long term freedoms of American citizens, with my active participation.

In order to support my application, I respectfully request that all information pursuant to investigative materials in your Office's possession be conveyed to me at the earliest possible time. In this way, I can ensure that selected information is available for my initial interview.

Thank you very much for your support regarding this critical matter.

Most sincerely,