FPF takes State Department to court over Öztürk secrecy
The U.S. classifies far too many secrets, obstructing democracy.
Excessive government secrecy takes many forms, from agencies needlessly claiming documents are classified to ignoring information requests and destroying records — even when the documents show government fraud or illegal conduct. This hinders a free press, effective oversight, and the public’s ability to self govern.
We need to fight for systemic improvements, and we need the press to vigorously question the government every time it says something is classified.
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Gabbard fires FOIA officials after FPF request makes headlines
FOIA retaliation coincides with threats to the press
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Trump says leaks damage national security. Don’t take his word for it
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Did ICE quietly rescind illegal guidance curtailing congressional visits?
FPF FOIA request seeks more information
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FPF FOIA project targets press abuses
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Snowden surveillance disclosures should be revisited as DOGE builds its “master database”
Plus: Justice Department lets former White House officials accused of stealing presidential records keep them.
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Snowden surveillance revelations take on added urgency 12 years later
The anniversary is a reminder to resist the characterization of whistleblowers as threats to national security for revealing information the government wants to keep secret.
