Trump’s Second Term Must Not Escape Scrutiny

As Donald Trump’s second term begins, American Oversight is prepared to fight back against his attempts to wield the powers of government as a tool of oppression and retaliation.

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American Oversight Sues Intelligence Agency for Records About Trump Nominee Kash Patel

The lawsuit and motion for preliminary injunction seeks records from the Office of the Director of National Intelligence that c…

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NEW: American Oversight Warns Musk and Federal Agencies Against Violating the Federal Records Act 

American Oversight sent letters to Elon Musk, the “U.S. DOGE Service,” and the Departments of Defense, Health and Human Service…

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What We’re Watching

What is happening with attacks on education?

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American Oversight Demands Release of Oklahoma Education Department Records
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The Chilling Effect of Georgia’s ‘Divisive Concepts’ Law
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Inside the Virginia Education Department’s Review of African American History Course
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What is happening with trump nominees?

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Trump’s Second Term Must Not Escape Scrutiny
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American Oversight Sues Intelligence Agency for Records About Trump Nominee Kash Patel
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American Oversight v. ODNI – Kash Patel Records
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What is happening with voting rights?

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Wyoming Governor’s Office Communications Related to Non-Citizen Voting
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Racine County, Wis., Communications With and About True the Vote
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Virginia Department of Elections Records Related to Implementation of Executive Orders 31 and 35

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NEW: American Oversight Warns Musk and Federal Agencies Against Violating the Federal Records Act 

American Oversight sent letters to Elon Musk, the “U.S. DOGE Service,” and the Departments of Defense, Health and Human Services, Homeland Security…

January 23, 2025
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American Oversight Letters to Elon Musk and Multiple Federal Agencies Warning Against the Unlawful Destruction or Removal of DOGE Communications

American Oversight letters to Elon Musk and multiple federal agencies warning them to preserve all records related to the newly created “Department…

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January 23, 2025

Trump’s Second Term Must Not Escape Scrutiny

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January 20, 2025