Isn't it the case that Boeing inspectors used to report to the FAA, and now they report to Boeing managers, so Boeing can have them fired if they raise too many

Isn't it the case that Boeing inspectors used to report to the FAA, and now they report to Boeing managers, so Boeing can have them fired if they raise too many red flags? This was due to legislation passed in 2004 IIRC, here's an overview: https://www.5clpp.com/?p=4026 https://www.5clpp.com/?p=4026