Investigations
How an Illinois fairness measure backfired
Illinois tried to find a way to support candidates facing the wealthy. It didn't work out that way.
Investigations
Secret Service records contradict Trump’s claim on Doral G-7
Far from endorsing Doral for the G-7, the Secret Service said “the property does present[] some challenges,” followed by a redaction that implies security concerns.
Investigations
Shkreli shenanigans and the curious case of KaloBios
Over the last several months, CREW's old foe Martin Shkreli has become a household name after he acquired the rights to an obscure drug, and jacked up the price more than 5,000 percent.
Investigations
Freedom Partners admits issue ads are aimed at influencing elections
On Tuesday, Freedom Partners Chamber of Commerce released its 2014 tax return, revealing that the organization spent $129 million total during the year.
Investigations
CREW filed a FOIA with ICE, ICE says it doesn’t exist.
If you’re hoping to check the status of your Freedom of Information Act request with Immigrations and Customs Enforcement, you might not be able to.
FOIA Requests
CREW requests Barr and Durham communications to evaluate impartiality
William Barr adopted Trump's unfounded claims that the FBI spied on him, which could have been passed on to lead investigator Durham
Press Releases
CREW sues FBI over Clinton Investigation Leak Documents
Following the FBI’s refusal to turn over communications between its agents and James Kallstrom, Citizens for Responsibility and Ethics in Washington (CREW) today sued the Department of Justice (DOJ) under the Freedom of Information Act.
Investigations
Nearly half of pro-Trump dark money group’s funding came from a single donor
Three donors to 45Committee collectively gave the group more than $11 million, roughly equal to the amount the group spent promoting the new tax law.
Press Releases
CREW statement on the resignation of Congressman Aaron Schock (R-IL)
CREW responds to the resignation of Congressman Aaron Schock
Press Releases
NEW REPORT: Drug pricing lobbying more than quadrupled over last five years
Pharmaceutical lobbying on drug pricing has more than quadrupled over the last five years.
Press Releases
Trump now violating Constitution
Now that he has taken the oath of office, President Trump stands in violation of the Constitution’s emoluments clause.
Press Releases
Teachout, Schneider and Pope join CREW board
Professor Zephyr Teachout, former Congresswoman Claudine Schneider (R-RI) and former presidential advisor Amy Pope are the newest members of the CREW board.