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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 LetterNDAA Could Help Regulate Prediction Markets with Stronger Language
By strengthening provisions in this year’s NDAA, Congress could curb the risk of government officials insider trading via prediction markets.
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Policy LetterPreventing Fraud Requires Better Data on Federal Awards
If the White House Task Force to Eliminate Fraud wants to reduce fraud in federal awards, then they need to help fix and improve USAspending.gov.
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Policy LetterPOGO Requests Investigation of DHS Subpoenas on Journalists, Nonprofits
The DHS IG Must Investigate Reports of DHS Using Administrative Subpoenas Instead of Warrants to Get Information on Nonprofits, Journalists, and More
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Policy LetterDon’t Put Independent Watchdog Office Under White House Control
Congress should reject the Restoring Integrity and Efficiency to Inspector General Oversight Act of 2025, which will weaken oversight and introduce conflicts of interest.
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Policy LetterFormer IGs to Congress: Protect CIGIE’s Independence
15 former inspectors general oppose legislation to abolish the IG coordinating body and consolidate control of federal oversight within the Executive Office of the President
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Policy LetterNDAA Amendments to Improve National Security
Letter to the House Rules Committee encouraging them to support defense budget amendments that will help strengthen national security.
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Policy LetterRight to Repair Saves Money, Strengthens National Security
Enabling the military to conduct its own repairs and maintenance of equipment saves taxpayer dollars, protects service members, and enhances national security.
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Policy LetterPOGO Files Hatch Act Complaint Against Labor Inspector General
POGO has filed a complaint against Anthony D’Esposito for appearing to be a candidate for Congress while serving as inspector general.
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Policy LetterWeakening GAO Harms Taxpayers and Decreases Accountability
A proposed appropriations bill would slash GAO’s budget and limit the agency’s oversight authority, costing taxpayers money in reduced effectiveness.
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Policy LetterPrediction Market Regulations and Enforcement Demand House Scrutiny
Congress must address potential insider trading enabled by prediction markets and prompt the CFTC to strengthen its regulatory enforcement.
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Policy LetterPOGO’s Initial Recommendations for the FY2027 NDAA
What POGO believes should be included in the National Defense Authorization Act for fiscal year 2027.
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Policy LetterCoalition Urges Senate: Close U.S. Attorney Vacancy Loopholes
The administration is making an end run around the Senate’s constitutional power to fill U.S. attorney vacancies.