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POGO’s experts push policymakers to enact commonsense reforms that tackle waste, corruption, and abuse of power; hold those who’ve violated the public trust accountable; protect our constitutional rights; and make the government work for all people.
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Policy LetterReferral for Debarment of Trump Organization Entities and Senior Officers
POGO, CREW, and Professor Schooner call on suspension and debarment officials at the GSA, VA, DHA, Interior, and Army to debar the Trump Organization and it senior officers.
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AnalysisTrump Should Be Barred from Holding Office
It is clear that the January 6 Committee believes evidence shows former President Donald Trump incited and aided an insurrection while in office. He should be prevented from holding an office of public trust again.
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TestimonyThe Promise and Peril of Fintech Companies in Small Business Lending Programs
The Small Business Administration and Congress should consider expanding fintech participation in lending programs to improve access to capital in underserved communities while improving anti-fraud safeguards.
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TestimonyProtecting Supreme Court Impartiality Through Ethics Reform
The Supreme Court needs ethics rules. It’s time for Congress to step in.
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ReportChina Threat Inflation and America’s Nonsensical Plans
Official Washington constantly warns of the imminent military threat posed by China, prompting a sharp increase in defense budgets. The evidence calls these claims and the American response into question.
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Policy LetterPOGO Urges Senate Vote on Defense Watchdog Confirmation
The Department of Defense needs a permanent watchdog now.
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AnalysisPOGO Applauds Integrity Committee for Increased Transparency
Recent steps the committee has taken to more effectively communicate its critical work
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Policy LetterCoalition to Congress: Protect National Security from Politicized Civil Service
Congress must protect the public against a politicized civil service, which would jeopardize our national security and make us less safe.
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AnalysisPentagon Seeks More Money for Beleaguered F-35
Tardy Pentagon “Wish List” Asks for $1.4 Billion in Extra Fighter Funding
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AnalysisPOGO Applauds Final Rulemaking for Corporate Transparency Act
Treasury Department One Step Closer to Defending Financial Institutions Against Corruption
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ReportThe Constitution’s Disqualification Clause Can Be Enforced Today
Legal processes at the state and federal level can be used to ensure that those who engage in insurrection do not serve in public office. The January 6 Select Committee can aid these efforts by offering some key findings in its final report.
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AnalysisHow Trump Is Fleecing the Secret Service (and How to Stop It)
A case of unintended consequences and neglect screaming for congressional intervention