RFK Jr. Ends 50+ Years of Public Input in HHS Rulemaking ProcessHHS policy change removes public input from certain rulemaking processes, raising concerns about harmful impacts without stakeholder engagement.
CA Lawmakers Want to Shield Themselves from Public QuestionsResidents are increasingly confronting lawmakers about transparency issues, while legislation is being introduced to limit public engagement and shield information.
'Some of the comments were very nasty': Paula Scher on the backlash to Pentagram's AI government website designThe government seeks to enhance public engagement through a more user-friendly website for annual reports.
RFK Jr. Ends 50+ Years of Public Input in HHS Rulemaking ProcessHHS policy change removes public input from certain rulemaking processes, raising concerns about harmful impacts without stakeholder engagement.
CA Lawmakers Want to Shield Themselves from Public QuestionsResidents are increasingly confronting lawmakers about transparency issues, while legislation is being introduced to limit public engagement and shield information.
'Some of the comments were very nasty': Paula Scher on the backlash to Pentagram's AI government website designThe government seeks to enhance public engagement through a more user-friendly website for annual reports.
Wednesday's Headlines: FOIL'ed Again Edition - Streetsblog New York CityThe Department of Transportation has 16 staff dedicated to processing FOIL requests, but responses often take over six months.
Open up Our Data And Information Portals For Better Government TransparencyNew York City struggles with transparency in government and campaign finance, necessitating improvements in data accessibility and civic engagement.
Meet Your Candidates: Dante Arnwine and Jamell Henderson Strive to Unseat Incumbent in District 41Candidates Dante Arnwine and Jamell Henderson emphasize youth engagement and government transparency in their City Council race for District 41.
Wednesday's Headlines: FOIL'ed Again Edition - Streetsblog New York CityThe Department of Transportation has 16 staff dedicated to processing FOIL requests, but responses often take over six months.
Open up Our Data And Information Portals For Better Government TransparencyNew York City struggles with transparency in government and campaign finance, necessitating improvements in data accessibility and civic engagement.
Meet Your Candidates: Dante Arnwine and Jamell Henderson Strive to Unseat Incumbent in District 41Candidates Dante Arnwine and Jamell Henderson emphasize youth engagement and government transparency in their City Council race for District 41.
Musk's Team Must Produce Documents to Comply With Open Records Laws, Judge SaysElon Musk's government unit must comply with public disclosure laws, according to a federal judge's ruling.
Firing of FOIA officers leaves experts worried about public records access under Trump - PoynterTimely access to public records is hindered by recent staff firings, raising concerns under the Trump administration.
HHS guts the teams that fulfill public records requests for health agenciesThe Trump administration's job cuts at HHS jeopardize public access to health records under FOIA.
Trump's Declaration Allows Musk's Efficiency Team to Skirt Open Records LawsElon Musk promotes government transparency, but his DOGE initiative is protected from public scrutiny until 2034.
What will a second Trump term mean for the Freedom of Information Act?FOIA was essential for accountability reporting during Trump's presidency, but its efficiency is declining.
The Foilies 2025Public access to government information is increasingly threatened by legislation and administration policies.The Foilies report highlights absurd responses to public records requests to promote accountability.
Musk's Team Must Produce Documents to Comply With Open Records Laws, Judge SaysElon Musk's government unit must comply with public disclosure laws, according to a federal judge's ruling.
Firing of FOIA officers leaves experts worried about public records access under Trump - PoynterTimely access to public records is hindered by recent staff firings, raising concerns under the Trump administration.
HHS guts the teams that fulfill public records requests for health agenciesThe Trump administration's job cuts at HHS jeopardize public access to health records under FOIA.
Trump's Declaration Allows Musk's Efficiency Team to Skirt Open Records LawsElon Musk promotes government transparency, but his DOGE initiative is protected from public scrutiny until 2034.
What will a second Trump term mean for the Freedom of Information Act?FOIA was essential for accountability reporting during Trump's presidency, but its efficiency is declining.
The Foilies 2025Public access to government information is increasingly threatened by legislation and administration policies.The Foilies report highlights absurd responses to public records requests to promote accountability.
Science Data May Soon Vanish From Government Websites.Volunteers are actively preserving government data related to climate and health amid fears of removal due to executive actions.
Is Your Agency's FOIA Office Being Shrunk or Cut?Government transparency may be compromised due to cuts in FOIA teams at the CDC and FDA.
Science Data May Soon Vanish From Government Websites.Volunteers are actively preserving government data related to climate and health amid fears of removal due to executive actions.
Is Your Agency's FOIA Office Being Shrunk or Cut?Government transparency may be compromised due to cuts in FOIA teams at the CDC and FDA.
Trump Unsure if Musk Plans to Fire Federal Workers Who Don't Respond to Email: I Guess You Get Fired'Elon Musk's email to federal employees requires responses, but Trump was unclear about the implications of not responding.
The DOGE savings tracker wants you to think it's transparent-but its visualizations are misleadingThe updated DOGE website emphasizes government transparency but presents questionable savings figures, undermining trust in its data.
Fact-Checking Elon Musk's Remarks in the Oval Office With TrumpElon Musk's claims of transparency regarding the Department of Government Efficiency are contradicted by exemptions from public records law.
Trump signs order to study how to expand IVF and calls for 'radical transparency' from governmentTrump's executive orders aim to enhance IVF access and demand government transparency, while his administration faces scrutiny over actual accountability.
Don't Accuse Me!' Tempers Flare as CNN's Scott Jennings and Kate Bolduan Go at It Over Elon MuskThe discussion highlights differing views on transparency in government interactions with Elon Musk.
Elon Musk's Financial Disclosures for DOGE Work Will Be Kept Private Despite His Call for Maximum Transparency'Elon Musk's financial disclosure will remain confidential despite his transparency advocacy.
Trump Unsure if Musk Plans to Fire Federal Workers Who Don't Respond to Email: I Guess You Get Fired'Elon Musk's email to federal employees requires responses, but Trump was unclear about the implications of not responding.
The DOGE savings tracker wants you to think it's transparent-but its visualizations are misleadingThe updated DOGE website emphasizes government transparency but presents questionable savings figures, undermining trust in its data.
Fact-Checking Elon Musk's Remarks in the Oval Office With TrumpElon Musk's claims of transparency regarding the Department of Government Efficiency are contradicted by exemptions from public records law.
Trump signs order to study how to expand IVF and calls for 'radical transparency' from governmentTrump's executive orders aim to enhance IVF access and demand government transparency, while his administration faces scrutiny over actual accountability.
Don't Accuse Me!' Tempers Flare as CNN's Scott Jennings and Kate Bolduan Go at It Over Elon MuskThe discussion highlights differing views on transparency in government interactions with Elon Musk.
Elon Musk's Financial Disclosures for DOGE Work Will Be Kept Private Despite His Call for Maximum Transparency'Elon Musk's financial disclosure will remain confidential despite his transparency advocacy.
Volunteers revive pre-Trump CDC websiteRestored CDC aims to ensure public access to vital health data previously available from the CDC before changes by the Trump Administration.
California senators demand answers from Donald Trump's team. Is anyone listening?California Senators Padilla and Schiff are persistently demanding responses from the Trump administration, reflecting constituents' concerns over federal changes.
What to Know About the JFK Files and Why They're Being Released NowTrump is determined to release JFK assassination documents without redactions, emphasizing transparency over historical events.
Trump Says He'll Release JFK Assassination Files on TuesdayPresident Trump is set to release approximately 80,000 files on JFK's assassination, promising no redactions.
Trump Vows to Release Records on Kennedy and King KillingsPresident Trump has ordered the release of all records related to the assassinations of JFK, RFK, and Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.
We found a DOGE guy at NASA because his Google Calendar was publicDoge staff, including Riley Sennott, are linked to both NASA and the Trump administration, revealing their opaque hiring processes through a publicly accessible calendar.
Volunteers revive pre-Trump CDC websiteRestored CDC aims to ensure public access to vital health data previously available from the CDC before changes by the Trump Administration.
California senators demand answers from Donald Trump's team. Is anyone listening?California Senators Padilla and Schiff are persistently demanding responses from the Trump administration, reflecting constituents' concerns over federal changes.
What to Know About the JFK Files and Why They're Being Released NowTrump is determined to release JFK assassination documents without redactions, emphasizing transparency over historical events.
Trump Says He'll Release JFK Assassination Files on TuesdayPresident Trump is set to release approximately 80,000 files on JFK's assassination, promising no redactions.
Trump Vows to Release Records on Kennedy and King KillingsPresident Trump has ordered the release of all records related to the assassinations of JFK, RFK, and Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.
We found a DOGE guy at NASA because his Google Calendar was publicDoge staff, including Riley Sennott, are linked to both NASA and the Trump administration, revealing their opaque hiring processes through a publicly accessible calendar.
San Jose leader made unusual move to change staff email addresses - San Jose SpotlightKamei changed staff email addresses unusually amid scrutiny over her actions related to child abuse allegations against a former councilmember.
Scoop: FBI finds secret JFK assassination records after Trump orderThe new JFK assassination records, totaling 14,000 pages, may challenge information release protocols within the government.
What's new in the JFK files? 4 things to know about the assassination records.The federal government released thousands of pages on JFK's assassination, but their impact on public understanding is currently uncertain.
Trump Promises, Again, to Release All' Kennedy Assassination FilesTrump plans to disclose unredacted JFK assassination files, suggesting more transparency than during his previous administration.
In Rush to Release Kennedy Files, Personal Information Went Public, TooThe release of JFK assassination documents exposed sensitive personal information without redactions, raising significant privacy concerns.
Big reveals are unlikely in Trump-ordered Kennedy and MLK document drops, experts sayReleasing records on JFK and others might not reveal new insights, say historians.
Scoop: FBI finds secret JFK assassination records after Trump orderThe new JFK assassination records, totaling 14,000 pages, may challenge information release protocols within the government.
What's new in the JFK files? 4 things to know about the assassination records.The federal government released thousands of pages on JFK's assassination, but their impact on public understanding is currently uncertain.
Trump Promises, Again, to Release All' Kennedy Assassination FilesTrump plans to disclose unredacted JFK assassination files, suggesting more transparency than during his previous administration.
In Rush to Release Kennedy Files, Personal Information Went Public, TooThe release of JFK assassination documents exposed sensitive personal information without redactions, raising significant privacy concerns.
Big reveals are unlikely in Trump-ordered Kennedy and MLK document drops, experts sayReleasing records on JFK and others might not reveal new insights, say historians.
FTC removes posts critical of big tech from its website | TechCrunchThe FTC has removed over 300 critical blog posts against Big Tech under former chair Lina Khan.The deletions reflect a shift in regulatory vigilance towards corporations.
Tulip Siddiq's resignation letter in full as Treasury minister resignsThe Independent emphasizes the importance of accessible journalism in light of current sociopolitical issues, advocating for public support to maintain quality reporting.
FTC removes posts critical of big tech from its website | TechCrunchThe FTC has removed over 300 critical blog posts against Big Tech under former chair Lina Khan.The deletions reflect a shift in regulatory vigilance towards corporations.
Tulip Siddiq's resignation letter in full as Treasury minister resignsThe Independent emphasizes the importance of accessible journalism in light of current sociopolitical issues, advocating for public support to maintain quality reporting.
AT&T technician Mark Klein, who exposed secret NSA spying, dies | TechCrunchMark Klein, whistleblower on NSA surveillance, has passed away at 79, revealing significant government access to American internet data.
Release of technology secretary's use of ChatGPT will have Whitehall sweatingThe Freedom of Information Act is causing concerns among officials due to increased scrutiny from disclosures regarding personal and AI-based communications.
Reasons given for Boris Johnson peerages inadequate', campaigner saysThe peerage awarded to Charlotte Owen has been criticized for lack of clarity and justification, raising questions about transparency in government appointments.
Release of technology secretary's use of ChatGPT will have Whitehall sweatingThe Freedom of Information Act is causing concerns among officials due to increased scrutiny from disclosures regarding personal and AI-based communications.
Reasons given for Boris Johnson peerages inadequate', campaigner saysThe peerage awarded to Charlotte Owen has been criticized for lack of clarity and justification, raising questions about transparency in government appointments.
80 years of lies and deception': is this film proof of alien life on Earth?The documentary 'The Age of Disclosure' claims the US government has hidden evidence of extraterrestrial life, sparking both intrigue and skepticism.
What UFO-believing congresswoman's cryptic message could meanCongresswoman Luna hints at a significant UAP announcement that could reveal government insights on non-human extraterrestrial life.
80 years of lies and deception': is this film proof of alien life on Earth?The documentary 'The Age of Disclosure' claims the US government has hidden evidence of extraterrestrial life, sparking both intrigue and skepticism.
What UFO-believing congresswoman's cryptic message could meanCongresswoman Luna hints at a significant UAP announcement that could reveal government insights on non-human extraterrestrial life.
Revealed: the guide the MoD uses to keep its secrets secretThe MoD's censorship guide outlines when government documents can remain classified, potentially hindering historical transparency.
Trump's Spy Chief Urged to Declassify Details of Secret Surveillance ProgramThe new surveillance provision raises severe privacy concerns, according to Senator Wyden.Transparency in surveillance practices is essential to protect civil liberties.The ACLU urges declassification to limit NSA's sweeping authority.Privacy experts challenge intelligence claims regarding wiretap estimations.
Here's a Map of the For-Sale Government Properties the GSA Pulled From Its WebsiteThe GSA published and then removed a list of federal properties for sale, raising concerns about transparency.
Innovative or inappropriate? Sector reacts to UK government's new culture podcastThe DCMS podcast 'First Draft' aims to connect culturally with the electorate but receives mixed reactions on its appropriateness.
No big new revelations in Justice Department's release of Jeffrey Epstein filesJustice Department released Epstein documents that mainly contained previously known information, lacking any significant new revelations.
AG Pam Bondi Releases The Epstein Files'The Epstein Files release raised concerns about transparency and the adequacy of disclosed information.
Miranda Devine: Pitiful lefty White House press corps whines about access after barely making a peep when Biden was AWOL in officeBiden's administration faces criticism for limiting press access, in contrast to Trump's more open media engagement.
NTSB Defends Move to Elon Musk's X Following Backlash: This Is Not a Change In Policy!'NTSB switches from email updates to Elon Musk's X for media communication on aviation incidents.
Miranda Devine: Pitiful lefty White House press corps whines about access after barely making a peep when Biden was AWOL in officeBiden's administration faces criticism for limiting press access, in contrast to Trump's more open media engagement.
NTSB Defends Move to Elon Musk's X Following Backlash: This Is Not a Change In Policy!'NTSB switches from email updates to Elon Musk's X for media communication on aviation incidents.
Starmer accused of fiddling the figures on defence spend increaseThe article highlights discrepancies in UK defence spending claims made by Prime Minister and Labour leader.
Mississippi Judge Orders Newspaper to Delete From Its Website Editorial Critical of City OfficialsA Mississippi judge's order to erase a critical editorial violates First Amendment press freedoms, raising concerns over governmental transparency and media independence.
The US Military Budget and the President Who Grew It by 39%Republican presidents typically increase military budgets; Democrats reduce them.Political strategy often drives inflated military budget proposals.
Tracking daily federal expendituresThe Hamilton Project offers a real-time tracking tool for federal expenditures.
USDA Inspector General Phyllis Fong Defies Trump's Firing Amid Bird-Flu ConcernsThe termination of USDA inspector general Phyllis Fong raises concerns about government transparency and accountability.
What does resignation of populist prime minister mean for Serbia?Serbia's Prime Minister resigned to ease tensions sparked by anti-corruption protests following a deadly train station roof collapse.
WhatsApp groups spread more false Covid claims than social media BadenochFamily WhatsApp groups are a major source of COVID-19 misinformation, more concerning than social media.
All Gonna Be Released, Uncle Sam!' Trump Vows MLK, JFK, RFK Assassination Secrets Will Be Made Public in Coming Days'Trump plans to declassify documents on key historical assassinations to promote government transparency.
Good on President Trump to release the last of the JFK, RFK and MLK Jr. assassination filesPresident Trump's order to declassify assassination files may reveal agency failures, not satisfy conspiracy theorists.
All Gonna Be Released, Uncle Sam!' Trump Vows MLK, JFK, RFK Assassination Secrets Will Be Made Public in Coming Days'Trump plans to declassify documents on key historical assassinations to promote government transparency.
Good on President Trump to release the last of the JFK, RFK and MLK Jr. assassination filesPresident Trump's order to declassify assassination files may reveal agency failures, not satisfy conspiracy theorists.
Aspiring public watchdogs sought for next Santa Clara County Civil Grand JurySanta Clara County seeks public watchdogs for the Civil Grand Jury to enhance government transparency and efficiency.
Map reveals latest New Jersey drone activity as Trump promises answersNew reports indicate an ongoing mystery surrounding drone sightings, particularly in New Jersey.
Trump Pledges Information About Mystery Drones on "Day One" of PresidencyTrump plans to disclose details about unexplained drone sightings on the first day of his second presidency.
Maria Bartiromo and GOP Congressman Speculate Chinese Migrants Are Behind New Jersey Drones: No Wonder Joe Biden Lost!'Maria Bartiromo raises the possibility of Chinese surveillance via drones, generating public speculation despite official reassurances of safety.
Something Strange is Going On': Trump Throws Fuel on Drone Conspiracies Revealing The Government Knows What is Happening.'Trump raises concerns about government transparency regarding UFOs and drones, suggesting secrecy is fueling public hysteria.
Feds Fearful' Public Will Find Out What NJ Drones Are REALLY Doing, State Sen. Bramnick Tells Newsnation: They Can't Tell Us'The federal government is concealing information regarding drone sightings over New Jersey due to fears of public reaction.
Ex-GOP Governor Posts Video of Drones He Personally Witnessed' Over Maryland, Slams Unacceptable' Govt ResponseConcerns over drone sightings are growing, with calls for more transparency from the government regarding potential national security threats.
Map reveals latest New Jersey drone activity as Trump promises answersNew reports indicate an ongoing mystery surrounding drone sightings, particularly in New Jersey.
Trump Pledges Information About Mystery Drones on "Day One" of PresidencyTrump plans to disclose details about unexplained drone sightings on the first day of his second presidency.
Maria Bartiromo and GOP Congressman Speculate Chinese Migrants Are Behind New Jersey Drones: No Wonder Joe Biden Lost!'Maria Bartiromo raises the possibility of Chinese surveillance via drones, generating public speculation despite official reassurances of safety.
Something Strange is Going On': Trump Throws Fuel on Drone Conspiracies Revealing The Government Knows What is Happening.'Trump raises concerns about government transparency regarding UFOs and drones, suggesting secrecy is fueling public hysteria.
Feds Fearful' Public Will Find Out What NJ Drones Are REALLY Doing, State Sen. Bramnick Tells Newsnation: They Can't Tell Us'The federal government is concealing information regarding drone sightings over New Jersey due to fears of public reaction.
Ex-GOP Governor Posts Video of Drones He Personally Witnessed' Over Maryland, Slams Unacceptable' Govt ResponseConcerns over drone sightings are growing, with calls for more transparency from the government regarding potential national security threats.
Trump vows to stop 'border invasion' at victory rally DW 01/20/2025Trump emphasizes strong immigration policies, promising to address the challenges posed by undocumented immigrants, especially criminals from Venezuela.
Explained: Providing public comment at the LegislaturePublic commenters can influence legislation by participating in hearings, contacting lawmakers, and using the legislative website effectively.
OMB issues OPEN Government Data Act guidance 6 years after its signingThe OPEN Government Data Act guides agencies to publish data in a standardized, accessible manner, enhancing transparency and data utility.
ProPublica Streamlines Finding Out Who Bought Your Favorite Supreme Court Justice!Government transparency can be enhanced by tracking the financial sponsorship of Supreme Court justices and politicians.
Where do the tax dollars go in Miami-Dade? Newly powerful clerk promises easy answersFernandez-Barquin pledges to enhance transparency in Miami-Dade County's governance following the expansion of the Clerk's Office powers.
HHS' 2024 AI use case inventory shows move toward internal chatbotsHHS has the largest inventory of AI use cases among federal agencies, reflecting a 66% increase from 2023.
Here are the tech bills the 118th Congress passed right before the new sessionCongress passed legislation improving customer experience and technology transparency in federal agencies to enhance service delivery.
It's the Senate's last chance to pass the PRESS Act | TechCrunchThe PRESS Act is crucial for protecting journalists' rights to confidential sources and safeguarding news integrity in the U.S.
The Miami Herald's Fight to Report the Sex Trafficking CaseAccess to public records is crucial yet increasingly difficult under current Florida governance.Obstacles include legal challenges and bureaucratic inefficiencies in obtaining documents.
It's the Senate's last chance to pass the PRESS Act | TechCrunchThe PRESS Act is crucial for protecting journalists' rights to confidential sources and safeguarding news integrity in the U.S.
The Miami Herald's Fight to Report the Sex Trafficking CaseAccess to public records is crucial yet increasingly difficult under current Florida governance.Obstacles include legal challenges and bureaucratic inefficiencies in obtaining documents.
Will We Get More Answers About UFOs in a Second Trump Term?The U.S. government's stance on UFOs is changing, with Congress pushing for transparency and new leadership acknowledging the existence of unexplained phenomena.
NASA veteran saw 'metallic spherical orbs' fly by his plane over TexasFormer NASA astronaut Leroy Chiao reported witnessing two unidentified metallic orbs while flying, raising concerns about air traffic safety and transparency regarding UFO phenomena.
Will We Get More Answers About UFOs in a Second Trump Term?The U.S. government's stance on UFOs is changing, with Congress pushing for transparency and new leadership acknowledging the existence of unexplained phenomena.
NASA veteran saw 'metallic spherical orbs' fly by his plane over TexasFormer NASA astronaut Leroy Chiao reported witnessing two unidentified metallic orbs while flying, raising concerns about air traffic safety and transparency regarding UFO phenomena.
Dunce-Like Senator Posts Photo of "Drone" That's Actually a TIE Fighter From "Star Wars"Mysterious drone sightings on the East Coast have sparked conspiracy theories and humorous responses, revealing public skepticism about government transparency.
Bunch of Bull!' Bill O'Reilly Rips Insulting' and Arrogant' Biden Response To Mysterious DronesBill O'Reilly criticized President Biden's handling of drone sightings, calling it arrogant and insufficiently informative amid public safety concerns.
Dunce-Like Senator Posts Photo of "Drone" That's Actually a TIE Fighter From "Star Wars"Mysterious drone sightings on the East Coast have sparked conspiracy theories and humorous responses, revealing public skepticism about government transparency.
Bunch of Bull!' Bill O'Reilly Rips Insulting' and Arrogant' Biden Response To Mysterious DronesBill O'Reilly criticized President Biden's handling of drone sightings, calling it arrogant and insufficiently informative amid public safety concerns.
Scottish Government to cease use of WhatsApp by spring, says ForbesScottish Government to ban informal messaging apps like WhatsApp for official communications by spring 2025.
Mark Levine launches campaign for Comptroller, backed with citywide support | amNewYorkMark Levine announces his candidacy for New York City Comptroller, focusing on affordability and government accountability.
'I let myself and the party down': Suspended Soc Dems TD Eoin Hayes says he will take his seat in Dail as IndependentAccountability in government is crucial; the TD acknowledges a mistake in reporting his share divestment date and claims it was unintentional.
As Mexico advances plan to dissolve watchdog agencies, critics cry foulThe dismantling of independent watchdogs in Mexico raises concerns over transparency and democracy.
Breaking norms, Trump signs transition memorandum with Biden White HouseTrump's transition team has avoided ethics agreements for donor disclosures and nominee vetting, reflecting a departure from traditional political practices.
Start a commission to get answers about scale of Biden's border crisisThe Biden administration is criticized for suppressing information about the migration crisis and failing to respond to inquiries from Congress and the media.
Breaking norms, Trump signs transition memorandum with Biden White HouseTrump's transition team has avoided ethics agreements for donor disclosures and nominee vetting, reflecting a departure from traditional political practices.
Start a commission to get answers about scale of Biden's border crisisThe Biden administration is criticized for suppressing information about the migration crisis and failing to respond to inquiries from Congress and the media.