FOIA Number: DOJ-19-0027

DOJ Communications Regarding the Wire Act

September 5, 2020
Department of Justice (DOJ) records in response to American Oversight's request for communications with Congress and the White House about the Wire Act. American Oversight sought these records after DOJ issued a new interpretation of the Wire Act in January 2019.

Lawsuit Seeks Records of Casino Industry Lobbying Efforts

March 27, 2019
OLC’s reinterpretation of the Wire Act aligns with restrictions long sought by casino magnate Sheldon Adelson.

FOIA to DOJ Seeking Communications with Outside Groups Regarding the Wire Act

January 16, 2019
FOIA to DOJ seeking communications with non-government persons regarding DOJ’s interpretation of the Wire Act that were forwarded to OLC by a government official outside of OLC.