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Lawmakers, National Security Veterans, and Former U.S. Archivists Urge Appeals Court to Uphold Block on Trump’s Evasion of Presidential Records Act

Three amicus briefs in a case brought by watchdogs and historians reject the Trump administration’s claim that a nearly 50-year-old recordkeeping l…

August 28, 2026
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American Oversight Seeks Criminal Investigation Into RFK Jr.’s Apparent False Statements to Congress Obscuring Vaccine Focus of 2019 Samoa Trip

A newly published 2019 letter shows Kennedy proposed a vaccine-focused “mission” to Samoa, directly contradicting his repeated denials during his S…

August 27, 2026
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American Oversight Presses N.C. Auditor’s Office Over Missing Woodhouse Records and Search of Boliek’s Device

Our letter follows OSA’s admission that Woodhouse deleted texts and raises new questions about what else is missing.

August 21, 2026
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Watchdogs, Historians Urge Appeals Court to Uphold Order Blocking Trump’s Evasion of Presidential Records Act

The Trump administration escalates its quest for unchecked power to hide or destroy presidential records at will.

August 19, 2026
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Following Court Victory Against Energy Dept., American Oversight Demands USAID Abandon Similar FOIA Purge Policy

We renewed our demand after USAID ignored our earlier warning over its “still interested” policy.

August 17, 2026
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New records reveal efforts by North Carolina auditor’s office to sway county early voting decisions

New records reveal efforts by state auditor’s office to sway county early voting decisions and raise questions about Auditor Boliek’s role.

August 14, 2026
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American Oversight Sues for Records on Trump Administration’s Disruption of Medical Care for People in ICE, CBP Custody

Our lawsuit seeks answers on payment failures threatening access to lifesaving treatment.

August 13, 2026

American Oversight Launches Investigation, Demands Records Preservation at Interior Department Following Allegations of Routine Document Destruction, Signal Use

We sent letters to Interior Secretary Doug Burgum and the National Archives, and demanded a halt to records shredding and disappearing messages ami…

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August 11, 2026

Records Raise Urgent Questions About Broken Medical Claims System for ICE/CBP Detainees

When VA stopped processing claims, ICE warned the abrupt termination could lead to “medical complications or loss of life”

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August 6, 2026

Records Raise Questions About Medical Treatment and Conditions in Immigration Detention Facilities

Data detailing offsite medical care shows the urgency of treatment for detainees experiencing many medical conditions.

detention center conditionsFederal
August 6, 2026

American Oversight Wins Key Court Ruling Striking Down Energy Dept.’s Unlawful FOIA Purge Policy

Federal court, siding with American Oversight, blocks agency plan to close thousands of public records requests

government transparencyFederal
August 6, 2026
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North Carolina Auditor’s Response Raises Questions About Whether Woodhouse Withheld Election-Related Texts

With ballot access on the line, the response to American Oversight deepens concerns about the preservation of records related to election administr…

July 31, 2026

American Oversight Calls on Newly Confirmed TSA Administrator to Come Clean on TSA-ICE Agreement

We’re urging Cummins to publicly explain TSA’s formal data-sharing partnership with ICE and reconcile newly disclosed records with admin’s prior sw…

July 31, 2026

American Oversight Obtains Previously Undisclosed TSA-ICE Agreement, Raises Questions About Sworn Trump Admin Testimony

Our lawsuit uncovered the agreement formalizing TSA’s role in the Trump administration’s expanded immigration enforcement into domestic air travel

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July 28, 2026

American Oversight Launches Investigation Into White House Pandemic Preparedness

We’re seeking records on pandemic planning, interagency coordination, and the pandemic preparedness director.

Covid-19Trump administration accountability
July 16, 2026

Newly Obtained Records Detail Todd Blanche’s Oversight of Justice Department “Weaponization” Efforts

New York Times: Attorney general nominee “diverted a significant complement of top lawyers” at DOJ to politically charged investigations, other Tru…

Federal
July 14, 2026

What We’re Watching For at Todd Blanche’s Confirmation Hearing

Todd Blanche’s attorney general confirmation hearings are an opportunity to get answers about his role in controversial actions at DOJ. Here’s what…

Federal
July 13, 2026

Court Allows DOJ to Conceal Todd Blanche Records Before Senate Confirmation

DOJ refuses American Oversight’s request to grant public access to records about attorney general nominee before confirmation hearing

July 10, 2026
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American Oversight Launches Investigation Into Federal Policing of Freedom 250 Events in Wake of Reflecting Pool Arrests

We’re seeking records on the federal deputization of state and local police for Freedom 250 events and security preparations.

weaponization of government
July 1, 2026
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American Oversight Launches Investigation Amid Questions About Trump’s Health

We’re seeking White House Medical Unit records following Trump’s latest trip to Walter Reed and concerns raised by numerous medical experts.

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June 30, 2026

How We’re Fighting for Democracy on America’s 250th Birthday

American Oversight is pushing back on the threats to free elections and fighting to hold government officials accountable.

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June 29, 2026

American Oversight Welcomes Supreme Court Decision Protecting Ballot Access

Court upholds states’ ability to count lawfully cast mail ballots amid continued attacks on free and fair elections

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June 29, 2026
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American Oversight Sues for Records on Attorney General Nominee Todd Blanche Ahead of Senate Hearing and Vote

Our lawsuit aims to uncover Blanche’s involvement in the Epstein files review and handling of Special Counsel Jack Smith matters.

Trump administration accountabilityTrump appointeesFederal
June 23, 2026
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What’s the Difference Between Freedom 250 and America250?

One is a bipartisan celebration of the country. The other is a Trump administration project using taxpayer money and private donations.

Trump administration accountability
June 17, 2026