Topic: Health Care

Covid-19 Oversight News: Ongoing Vaccine Distribution Problems and the Trump Administration’s Last Week

January 19, 2021
For the latest news on the pandemic, as well as updates on various oversight investigations, sign up for our weekly Covid-19 Oversight News email.

The Pandemic’s Spread in Florida

January 14, 2021
As Covid-19 spread, Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis opted for an open economy, opposed mask mandates, and took a hands-off approach to vaccination distribution. American Oversight is investigating Florida officials’ mishandling of the coronavirus crisis, which has cost more than 30,000 lives in the state. 

FOIA to DOJ for Records Regarding Settlement Negotiations with Purdue Pharma and Sackler Family over Liability in Opioid Crisis

January 14, 2021
FOIA records request to the Department of Justice seeking records concerning the settlement negotiations with Purdue Pharma and the Sackler family over liability for the improper distribution of opioid drugs.

Investigations Update: The Attack on the Capitol, Georgia U.S. Attorney’s Resignation, and White House Meeting with State Attorneys General

January 13, 2021
Summary: See the latest in our investigations of the violent attack on the U.S. Capitol, the resignation of U.S. Attorney Byung J. Pak, and states’ responses to the pandemic.

Wisconsin Official’s Emails from Spring 2020 Reveal Deep Frustration with Trump Administration over PPE Shortages

January 13, 2021
Other records obtained by American Oversight show communications regarding plans for Vice President Mike Pence’s visits to Wisconsin in 2020.

Covid-19 Oversight News: Covid-19 at the Capitol and Vaccine Confusion in the States

January 11, 2021
For the latest news on the pandemic, as well as updates on various oversight investigations, sign up for our weekly Covid-19 Oversight News email.

News Roundup: A Dark Day

January 7, 2021
Wednesday’s mob attack on the U.S. Capitol was a frightening and astounding display of violence instigated by the president himself.

Covid-19 Oversight News: Lagging Vaccine Distribution and Rising Cases

January 5, 2021
For the latest news on the pandemic, as well as updates on various oversight investigations, sign up for our weekly Covid-19 Oversight News email.

Nevada Health Department Records from Summer and Fall Highlight Confusion over CDC’s Initial Vaccine Instructions

December 23, 2020
Records obtained by American Oversight include communications about proposed vaccine distribution plans and state officials’ reactions to those plans.

Investigations Update: Voting Rights in Georgia, Trump Loyalists at the Pentagon, and Giuliani’s Dubious Investigations

December 22, 2020
See the latest in our investigations into voter-roll purge attempts in Georgia, the White House’s Defense Department politicization, and vaccine-related pressure on the FDA