Project On Government Oversight
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Congress needs to put real limits on how government surveillance tech can be used to monitor and track people.
Your constitutional protections shouldn't be left behind.
If you agree, reach out to your member of Congress: https://act.pogo.org/a/tell-congress-close-data-broker-loophole?ms=pogobsky
Your constitutional protections shouldn't be left behind.
If you agree, reach out to your member of Congress: https://act.pogo.org/a/tell-congress-close-data-broker-loophole?ms=pogobsky
Tell Congress: Close The Data Broker Loophole
Law enforcement is bypassing the Fourth Amendment by purchasing people’s data from private brokers. Congress needs to step in.
act.pogo.org
September 20, 2026 at 4:39 PM
Congress needs to put real limits on how government surveillance tech can be used to monitor and track people.
Your constitutional protections shouldn't be left behind.
If you agree, reach out to your member of Congress: https://act.pogo.org/a/tell-congress-close-data-broker-loophole?ms=pogobsky
Your constitutional protections shouldn't be left behind.
If you agree, reach out to your member of Congress: https://act.pogo.org/a/tell-congress-close-data-broker-loophole?ms=pogobsky
It's so important to get an accurate census count, especially when it comes to making sure seniors get the resources they need.
However, seniors also face unique challenges when it comes to the census.
Read our latest #CensusMatters report:
However, seniors also face unique challenges when it comes to the census.
Read our latest #CensusMatters report:
Census Matters: How the Census Shapes Funding for Seniors
In FY 2023, billions of dollars went to census-guided programs serving seniors. A census miscount can influence where billions of dollars go.
www.pogo.org
September 20, 2026 at 12:13 AM
It's so important to get an accurate census count, especially when it comes to making sure seniors get the resources they need.
However, seniors also face unique challenges when it comes to the census.
Read our latest #CensusMatters report:
However, seniors also face unique challenges when it comes to the census.
Read our latest #CensusMatters report:
Applications to become our new Director of Policy are due on September 23rd-- just a few days away! Get more info and submit your app here ⬇️
Director of Policy at Project On Government Oversight
Founded in 1981 in partnership with whistleblowers, the Project On Government Oversight (POGO) is a nonpartisan independent watchdog that works to expose waste, corruption, abuse of power, and other i...
pogo.breezy.hr
September 18, 2026 at 9:14 PM
Applications to become our new Director of Policy are due on September 23rd-- just a few days away! Get more info and submit your app here ⬇️
Want to know where things stand with the 2027 defense spending bill?
@virginiajburger.bsky.social breaks down our recommendations to Congress and where they stand:
@virginiajburger.bsky.social breaks down our recommendations to Congress and where they stand:
POGO's FY27 NDAA Recommendations, Revisited
We sent Congress concrete ideas for a more effective and more cost-effective national defense. The NDAA is almost done; here's where things stand.
www.pogo.org
September 18, 2026 at 7:35 PM
Want to know where things stand with the 2027 defense spending bill?
@virginiajburger.bsky.social breaks down our recommendations to Congress and where they stand:
@virginiajburger.bsky.social breaks down our recommendations to Congress and where they stand:
"Our great experiment in which government derives its just powers from the consent of the governed works only when citizens have access to information. That’s an experiment worth perfecting."
John Hart and POGO's Sean Moulton on the vital importance of federal spending transparency:
John Hart and POGO's Sean Moulton on the vital importance of federal spending transparency:
Obama and Coburn built the receipt. It’s time to demand the itemized bill
Taxpayers need real-time government spending transparency. Closing local tracking blind spots requires updated federal legislation.
www.washingtonexaminer.com
September 18, 2026 at 5:16 PM
"Our great experiment in which government derives its just powers from the consent of the governed works only when citizens have access to information. That’s an experiment worth perfecting."
John Hart and POGO's Sean Moulton on the vital importance of federal spending transparency:
John Hart and POGO's Sean Moulton on the vital importance of federal spending transparency:
Congress needs to meet the moment.
Otherwise, they risk dooming all of us to more corruption, more cynicism, and a massive breach of trust between the government & the people.
Otherwise, they risk dooming all of us to more corruption, more cynicism, and a massive breach of trust between the government & the people.
The Corruption Vortex
When high-ranking government officials can profit from the crypto industry, prediction markets, and stock trading, corruption can thrive.
www.pogo.org
September 18, 2026 at 3:12 PM
Congress needs to meet the moment.
Otherwise, they risk dooming all of us to more corruption, more cynicism, and a massive breach of trust between the government & the people.
Otherwise, they risk dooming all of us to more corruption, more cynicism, and a massive breach of trust between the government & the people.
A new GAO report says the DHS watchdog took more than 3 YEARS to investigate most whistleblower reprisal claims.
These timelines are incredibly harmful to whistleblowers— professionally, psychologically, and financially.
On top of that, they could stop others from coming forward.
These timelines are incredibly harmful to whistleblowers— professionally, psychologically, and financially.
On top of that, they could stop others from coming forward.
September 17, 2026 at 8:13 PM
A new GAO report says the DHS watchdog took more than 3 YEARS to investigate most whistleblower reprisal claims.
These timelines are incredibly harmful to whistleblowers— professionally, psychologically, and financially.
On top of that, they could stop others from coming forward.
These timelines are incredibly harmful to whistleblowers— professionally, psychologically, and financially.
On top of that, they could stop others from coming forward.
"The rule of law to democracy is like oxygen to a human body. It is something that you absolutely need to survive, and yet it’s something that people just take for granted.”
A stark warning from U.S. District Judge Patrick Schlitz on #ConstitutionDay.
Must-read from @nytimes.com
A stark warning from U.S. District Judge Patrick Schlitz on #ConstitutionDay.
Must-read from @nytimes.com
Trump’s Minnesota Surge Threatened Democracy, Judge Warns
www.nytimes.com
September 17, 2026 at 4:59 PM
"The rule of law to democracy is like oxygen to a human body. It is something that you absolutely need to survive, and yet it’s something that people just take for granted.”
A stark warning from U.S. District Judge Patrick Schlitz on #ConstitutionDay.
Must-read from @nytimes.com
A stark warning from U.S. District Judge Patrick Schlitz on #ConstitutionDay.
Must-read from @nytimes.com
Today is #ConstitutionDay.
There's no better way to honor the Constitution than to reach out to your members of Congress and demand they protect the rights it guarantees.
We need real limits on surveillance technology. Now.
There's no better way to honor the Constitution than to reach out to your members of Congress and demand they protect the rights it guarantees.
We need real limits on surveillance technology. Now.
Tell Congress: Close The Data Broker Loophole
Law enforcement is bypassing the Fourth Amendment by purchasing people’s data from private brokers. Congress needs to step in.
act.pogo.org
September 17, 2026 at 3:55 PM
Today is #ConstitutionDay.
There's no better way to honor the Constitution than to reach out to your members of Congress and demand they protect the rights it guarantees.
We need real limits on surveillance technology. Now.
There's no better way to honor the Constitution than to reach out to your members of Congress and demand they protect the rights it guarantees.
We need real limits on surveillance technology. Now.
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act.pogo.org
September 17, 2026 at 12:13 AM
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Your personal data is for sale, and the buyers could include ICE, the FBI, and the Pentagon.
This should be illegal, but it isn't.
Tell Congress to change that. Because it's long past time for real reform: https://bit.ly/4cPp1JH
This should be illegal, but it isn't.
Tell Congress to change that. Because it's long past time for real reform: https://bit.ly/4cPp1JH
September 16, 2026 at 8:09 PM
Your personal data is for sale, and the buyers could include ICE, the FBI, and the Pentagon.
This should be illegal, but it isn't.
Tell Congress to change that. Because it's long past time for real reform: https://bit.ly/4cPp1JH
This should be illegal, but it isn't.
Tell Congress to change that. Because it's long past time for real reform: https://bit.ly/4cPp1JH
This week, @veritasdhg.bsky.social talked to Congress about what they need to do to tackle corruption at this vital historical inflection point.
September 16, 2026 at 4:07 PM
This week, @veritasdhg.bsky.social talked to Congress about what they need to do to tackle corruption at this vital historical inflection point.
Make sure to read this thread about our lawsuit against USPS ⬇️
We’re suing USPS for failing to follow the law in our mail-in voting information request. @pogo.org
September 15, 2026 at 7:43 PM
Make sure to read this thread about our lawsuit against USPS ⬇️
Yesterday, @veritasdhg.bsky.social talked to members of Congress about what they can do to reign in corruption of this and any future president.
Here's what he had to say:
Here's what he had to say:
The Corruption Vortex
When high-ranking government officials can profit from the crypto industry, prediction markets, and stock trading, corruption can thrive.
www.pogo.org
September 15, 2026 at 2:06 PM
Yesterday, @veritasdhg.bsky.social talked to members of Congress about what they can do to reign in corruption of this and any future president.
Here's what he had to say:
Here's what he had to say:
Today's @nytimes.com report about dangerous conditions at 'Alligator Alcatraz' goes to show how little we know about what is going on in DHS detention facilities.
@pogoinvestigates.bsky.social has reported on the secrecy surrounding oversight of these facilities, which clearly need a real watchdog.
@pogoinvestigates.bsky.social has reported on the secrecy surrounding oversight of these facilities, which clearly need a real watchdog.
DHS’s Secret Reports on ICE Detention
New Records Confirm Abuses, Medical and Mental Health Care Failures, and Extensive Use of Solitary Confinement at Immigrant Detention Centers Across the Nation
www.pogo.org
September 14, 2026 at 9:39 PM
Today's @nytimes.com report about dangerous conditions at 'Alligator Alcatraz' goes to show how little we know about what is going on in DHS detention facilities.
@pogoinvestigates.bsky.social has reported on the secrecy surrounding oversight of these facilities, which clearly need a real watchdog.
@pogoinvestigates.bsky.social has reported on the secrecy surrounding oversight of these facilities, which clearly need a real watchdog.
In just a few minutes, POGO's @veritasdhg.bsky.social is joining this forum to discuss corruption within the Trump administration and the Trump family.
It's going to be streaming live. Don't miss it: https://www.youtube.com/live/8aU322-1tGk
It's going to be streaming live. Don't miss it: https://www.youtube.com/live/8aU322-1tGk
Gaming the System: How the Trump Family is Making Billions by Ripping off the American People
While Americans struggle to buy groceries and pay rent, President T...
www.youtube.com
September 14, 2026 at 7:28 PM
In just a few minutes, POGO's @veritasdhg.bsky.social is joining this forum to discuss corruption within the Trump administration and the Trump family.
It's going to be streaming live. Don't miss it: https://www.youtube.com/live/8aU322-1tGk
It's going to be streaming live. Don't miss it: https://www.youtube.com/live/8aU322-1tGk
“Right now, the commonwealth of Kentucky only has half of the representation it is due. That is a fundamental problem.”
-@veritasdhg.bsky.social on Sen. McConnell's prolonged absence from Capitol Hill
-@veritasdhg.bsky.social on Sen. McConnell's prolonged absence from Capitol Hill
What we know about when Mitch McConnell will return to the Senate | CNN Politics
The Senate is set to return Monday after a five-week recess, and it is still unclear if GOP Sen. Mitch McConnell will end his three-month absence from the Capitol due to health issues.
www.cnn.com
September 14, 2026 at 5:13 PM
“Right now, the commonwealth of Kentucky only has half of the representation it is due. That is a fundamental problem.”
-@veritasdhg.bsky.social on Sen. McConnell's prolonged absence from Capitol Hill
-@veritasdhg.bsky.social on Sen. McConnell's prolonged absence from Capitol Hill
ICYMI: we're hiring a Director of Policy! This role works closely with our advocacy team and other experts to translate policy expertise into advocacy solutions.
Applications are due on September 23rd.
Get more info and submit your app here ⬇️
Applications are due on September 23rd.
Get more info and submit your app here ⬇️
Director of Policy at Project On Government Oversight
Founded in 1981 in partnership with whistleblowers, the Project On Government Oversight (POGO) is a nonpartisan independent watchdog that works to expose waste, corruption, abuse of power, and other i...
pogo.breezy.hr
September 13, 2026 at 4:41 PM
ICYMI: we're hiring a Director of Policy! This role works closely with our advocacy team and other experts to translate policy expertise into advocacy solutions.
Applications are due on September 23rd.
Get more info and submit your app here ⬇️
Applications are due on September 23rd.
Get more info and submit your app here ⬇️
POGO's @virginiajburger.bsky.social on vacuum of experienced leadership at the Pentagon:
"However, as more and more respected senior leaders are either fired or depart of their own accord, it will unquestionably lead to doubts about the validity of the decisions of those at the top.”
"However, as more and more respected senior leaders are either fired or depart of their own accord, it will unquestionably lead to doubts about the validity of the decisions of those at the top.”
Dark Reality of Pentagon Pete’s Purge Exposed by Insider
Hegseth’s “warrior ethos” campaign could lead the U.S. military into trouble.
www.thedailybeast.com
September 12, 2026 at 10:52 PM
POGO's @virginiajburger.bsky.social on vacuum of experienced leadership at the Pentagon:
"However, as more and more respected senior leaders are either fired or depart of their own accord, it will unquestionably lead to doubts about the validity of the decisions of those at the top.”
"However, as more and more respected senior leaders are either fired or depart of their own accord, it will unquestionably lead to doubts about the validity of the decisions of those at the top.”
On prediction markets, you can put money on some serious topics, like wars or gov't shutdowns.
This sets up huge accountability issues when it comes to who has access to info and what they use it for.
That's why we've called on Congress to stop gov't officials from profiting off these markets.
This sets up huge accountability issues when it comes to who has access to info and what they use it for.
That's why we've called on Congress to stop gov't officials from profiting off these markets.
September 11, 2026 at 7:51 PM
On prediction markets, you can put money on some serious topics, like wars or gov't shutdowns.
This sets up huge accountability issues when it comes to who has access to info and what they use it for.
That's why we've called on Congress to stop gov't officials from profiting off these markets.
This sets up huge accountability issues when it comes to who has access to info and what they use it for.
That's why we've called on Congress to stop gov't officials from profiting off these markets.
The Trump administration wants to change how it runs the census, and the proposed changes could reshape voting maps and exclude millions.
Our ongoing #CensusMatters series details exactly why a miscount could be so dangerous. Read the latest report:
Our ongoing #CensusMatters series details exactly why a miscount could be so dangerous. Read the latest report:
Census Matters: How the Census Shapes Funding for Seniors
In FY 2023, billions of dollars went to census-guided programs serving seniors. A census miscount can influence where billions of dollars go.
www.pogo.org
September 11, 2026 at 6:11 PM
The Trump administration wants to change how it runs the census, and the proposed changes could reshape voting maps and exclude millions.
Our ongoing #CensusMatters series details exactly why a miscount could be so dangerous. Read the latest report:
Our ongoing #CensusMatters series details exactly why a miscount could be so dangerous. Read the latest report:
There's many reasons why it's important to get an accurate census count, especially when it comes to making sure seniors get the resources they need.
However, seniors face unique challenges when it comes to the census.
However, seniors face unique challenges when it comes to the census.
Census Matters: How the Census Shapes Funding for Seniors
In FY 2023, billions of dollars went to census-guided programs serving seniors. A census miscount can influence where billions of dollars go.
www.pogo.org
September 10, 2026 at 8:50 PM
There's many reasons why it's important to get an accurate census count, especially when it comes to making sure seniors get the resources they need.
However, seniors face unique challenges when it comes to the census.
However, seniors face unique challenges when it comes to the census.
We're hiring!
POGO is looking for a talented Director of Policy to advance POGO’s policy agenda with Congress and the executive branch. This role supervises POGO’s policy teams.
Learn more about the role and apply by September 23rd!
POGO is looking for a talented Director of Policy to advance POGO’s policy agenda with Congress and the executive branch. This role supervises POGO’s policy teams.
Learn more about the role and apply by September 23rd!
Director of Policy at Project On Government Oversight
Founded in 1981 in partnership with whistleblowers, the Project On Government Oversight (POGO) is a nonpartisan independent watchdog that works to expose waste, corruption, abuse of power, and other i...
pogo.breezy.hr
September 10, 2026 at 4:08 PM
We're hiring!
POGO is looking for a talented Director of Policy to advance POGO’s policy agenda with Congress and the executive branch. This role supervises POGO’s policy teams.
Learn more about the role and apply by September 23rd!
POGO is looking for a talented Director of Policy to advance POGO’s policy agenda with Congress and the executive branch. This role supervises POGO’s policy teams.
Learn more about the role and apply by September 23rd!
Our newest #CensusMatters report is out today, diving into the ways that the census shapes funding for America's seniors.
Census Matters: How the Census Shapes Funding for Seniors
In FY 2023, billions of dollars went to census-guided programs serving seniors. A census miscount can influence where billions of dollars go.
www.pogo.org
September 9, 2026 at 3:46 PM
Our newest #CensusMatters report is out today, diving into the ways that the census shapes funding for America's seniors.
“If the government is purchasing our data and our location data and they can use artificial intelligence to create these kinds of profiles, then there is no privacy. ... Entire communities can be surveilled, entire groups of people." -POGO's Don Bell
25 years after 9/11: Debate over govt surveillance powers persists
(The Center Square) – The 25th anniversary of the Sept. 11 terrorist attacks on the World Trade Center occurs as a political battle rages in Congress over government surveillance powers
www.thecentersquare.com
September 9, 2026 at 2:53 PM
“If the government is purchasing our data and our location data and they can use artificial intelligence to create these kinds of profiles, then there is no privacy. ... Entire communities can be surveilled, entire groups of people." -POGO's Don Bell