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

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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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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