During ordinary times, government transparency maintains a functioning democracy. But during the coronavirus outbreak, it can also save lives.

American Oversight has filed dozens of FOIA requests across the federal government and in several states as we look into the Trump administration’s mismanaged response to the coronavirus outbreak.

FOIA request to Customs and Border Protection (CBP) seeking sent communications containing key terms related to the coronavirus.

FOIA request to U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) seeking any use of force incident reports and analysis thereof.

FOIA request to multiple agencies seeking data on the Coronavirus.

Request to multiple agencies seeking risk assessments regarding the Coronavirus.

Request to Department of Homeland Security, Customs and Border Protection, Immigration and Customs Enforcement, the Administration for Children and Families, and Bureau of Prisons seeking directives regarding the Coronavirus.

The uncertainty and fear surrounding the coronavirus have laid bare the deadly consequences of President Donald Trump’s demand for obsequious loyalty and a refusal to take responsibility for mistakes.

FOIA to the U.S. Customs and Border Patrol (CBP) seeking all email communications between agency and White House officials involved in the federal government’s response to the coronavirus outbreak.

FOIA to multiple agencies seeking all daily briefings and situation reports prepared for leadership officials regarding the coronavirus outbreak.