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American Oversight Launches Investigation Into Federal Policing of Freedom 250 Events in Wake of Reflecting Pool Arrests

We’re seeking records on the federal deputization of state and local police for Freedom 250 events and security preparations.

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July 1, 2026
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American Oversight Launches Investigation Amid Questions About Trump’s Health

We’re seeking White House Medical Unit records following Trump’s latest trip to Walter Reed and concerns raised by numerous medical experts.

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June 30, 2026

How We’re Fighting for Democracy on America’s 250th Birthday

American Oversight is pushing back on the threats to free elections and fighting to hold government officials accountable.

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June 29, 2026

American Oversight Welcomes Supreme Court Decision Protecting Ballot Access

Court upholds states’ ability to count lawfully cast mail ballots amid continued attacks on free and fair elections

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June 29, 2026
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American Oversight Sues for Records on Attorney General Nominee Todd Blanche Ahead of Senate Hearing and Vote

Our lawsuit aims to uncover Blanche’s involvement in the Epstein files review and handling of Special Counsel Jack Smith matters.

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June 23, 2026
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What’s the Difference Between Freedom 250 and America250?

One is a bipartisan celebration of the country. The other is a Trump administration project using taxpayer money and private donations.

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June 17, 2026

Janice Johnston Resigns from Georgia Election Board After Years of Election Denialism, Attacks on Transparency

Our suit against Johnston and the State Election Board led to new safeguards requiring board members to properly preserve public records of officia…

June 5, 2026
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American Oversight Seeks Hatch Act Investigation After Records Reveal Noem’s Apparent Use of DHS Resources for Political Purposes

Thursday, American Oversight submitted a complaint to the U.S. Office of Special Counsel (OSC) requesting an investigation into whether former Home…

June 4, 2026
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American Oversight Files Lawsuits Seeking Answers About Deaths in Immigration Custody, DHS Oversight Failures

Our lawsuits seek records on deaths in ICE and CBP custody and DHS oversight practices as the Trump administration scales back information to the p…

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June 4, 2026
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American Oversight Warns DOJ: Erasing January 6 Insurrectionist Records Would Violate Federal Law

We are raising concerns after DOJ deleted press releases on charges against Capitol rioters from website.

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May 28, 2026

On Eve of Bondi Testimony, American Oversight Sues Trump Admin for Records on DOJ and FBI Review of Epstein Files

Lawsuit seeks records about alleged instructions to “flag” Trump-related files, internal review protocols, and communications among senior DOJ and …

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May 28, 2026
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What We Still Need to Know About Bondi’s Handling of the Epstein Files

Pam Bondi oversaw the Justice Department’s review of the Epstein files. She’s now scheduled to be interviewed by Congress.

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May 26, 2026
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American Oversight Renews Call for Investigation Into Potential Deletion of Deadly Boat Strike Records After Navy References “Ongoing Investigation”

Follow-up demand to NARA cites new Navy response regarding reported deletion of photo and video documentation tied to deadly October 2025 strike.

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May 21, 2026

Judge Grants Emergency Order Blocking Trump Administration From Disregarding Presidential Records Act

“Today’s ruling is an important victory for presidential accountability and for affirming…the constitutionality of the Presidential Records Act.”

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May 20, 2026

Statement from American Oversight and Historians On Today’s Hearing to Block Trump’s Efforts to Evade Presidential Records Law

We are in court today, arguing for an emergency order to block the Trump administration from disregarding the Presidential Records Act (PRA) and to…

May 13, 2026
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American Oversight Launches Investigation into Trump Admin’s Politicized Prosecution of Southern Poverty Law Center

We’re seeking records related to the whistleblower-alleged political pressure, communications, and decision-making behind DOJ’s targeting of a lead…

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May 8, 2026
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ICE’s Work with Local Police Departments is Being Kept Secret

ICE and state and local law enforcement offices are avoiding public records requests for 287(g) programs.

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April 30, 2026

American Oversight Slams Supreme Court Ruling Decimating Voting Rights for Black Voters, Other Voters of Color

The Louisiana v. Callais decision signals supercharged movement toward election subversion through law and procedure.

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April 29, 2026

Lawsuit Seeks Records on IRS Implementation of Trump Executive Orders Purportedly Targeting “Antifa”

Protect Democracy, represented by American Oversight, is seeking transparency into whether the president’s order is being used to draw federal tax …

April 29, 2026
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Lawsuit Seeks Records on White House’s Potential IRS Weaponization Against President’s Perceived Political Opponents

We’re representing Protect Democracy in a lawsuit seeking transparency into potential White House efforts to target taxpayers for IRS scrutiny.

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April 22, 2026

American Oversight Condemns Trump DOJ’s Politicized Prosecution of Southern Poverty Law Center

We released a statement condemning the Trump administration’s politically motivated indictment of the SPLC.

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April 22, 2026
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American Oversight Sues for Records on Trump Admin Use of Palantir Tools Amid Growing Privacy, Data Collection Concerns

Federal agencies should disclose whether Palantir tools are being used for surveillance.

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April 21, 2026
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American Oversight, Historians Seek Emergency Court Order to Block Trump Effort to Evade Presidential Records Act

We’re seeking court intervention as the Trump administration refuses to commit to preserving presidential records as our case proceeds.

April 14, 2026

American Oversight Demands Georgia Election Board Members Address Court Filing Made Without Public Process

We raised concerns about new potential Open Meetings Act violations and improper use of board authority

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April 14, 2026