Despite the documented rise in violent right-wing extremism, the Trump administration has taken steps to weaken the federal government’s response to the growing crisis. We’re investigating cuts to funding for a countering domestic terrorism program, the role of key offices within the Department of Homeland Security, and the installation of political appointees with anti-immigrant and anti-Muslim views.

Today, American Oversight sued DHS for the calendars and emails of Trump appointee Katharine Gorka to learn whether her ties to anti-immigrant and anti-Muslim groups have influenced federal policy.

FOIA to DHS seeking communications with outside groups regarding changes to the Countering Violent Extremism Grant Program and rescission of grant awards.

FOIA to DHS seeking communications with the White House regarding changes to the Countering Violent Extremism Grant Program and rescission of grant awards.

FOIA to DHS seeking records and communications regarding actions taken to limit, expand, or redirect the scope of Countering Violent Extremism programs.

FOIA to DOJ seeking records and communications regarding actions taken to limit, expand, or redirect the scope of the Countering Violent Extremism programs.