Records from the Department of Justice in response to American Oversight's request for U.S. Marshals Service orders, guidance, or similar records concerning use of force, rules of engagement of law enforcement credentials from May 25 to Jun. 5, 2020. These records include related memos, requests, and communications.

The documents include a Secret Service timeline referencing the deployment of tear gas against peaceful protesters on June 1, as well as communications about the federal response to protests in Portland, Ore.

Here’s a look at the investigations our team has been pursuing through public records requests and Freedom of Information Act litigation in the last week.

FOIA to multiple agencies seeking records reflecting directives and guidance given to federal police forces regarding self-identification and display of badges and uniforms, use of force guidelines, or deployment orders.