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CREW (Citizens for Responsibility and Ethics in Washington) uses high-impact legal actions to target government officials who sacrifice the common good to special interests. citizensforethics.org

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CREW @citizensforethics.org · Mar 11

BREAKING: A judge just ruled that the US DOGE Service is likely subject to FOIA and ordered the preservation of documents and expedited processing of CREW’s FOIA requests.

Judge rules DOGE likely subject to FOIA, must give CREW documents - CREW | Citizens for Responsibility and Ethics in Washington

Judge Cooper ruled that US DOGE Service is likely subject to FOIA and issued a preliminary injunction requiring the preservation of documents.

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CREW @citizensforethics.org · 7h

This cannot be allowed to be normalized. The president demanding his perceived opponents be indicted and using his power to ensure it happens is deeply dangerous.

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CREW @citizensforethics.org · 7h

It's hard to overstate how alarming NY AG Letitia James's reported indictment is.

This is the second time in weeks that a political opponent of Trump has been indicted, at his urging, against the advice of career prosecutors and Trump's own appointees. www.washingtonpost.com/national-sec...

Justice Department indicts N.Y. attorney general

Justice Department wins indictment against New York Attorney General Letitia James, accusing her of committing mortgage fraud in 2023.

www.washingtonpost.com

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CREW @citizensforethics.org · 8h

Permanently cutting funding that Congress has allocated is illegal under the Impoundment Control Act—whether it's during a government shutdown or not.

Aaron Rupar @atrupar.com · 12h

Trump: "We'll be making cuts that will be permanent. And we're only going to cut Democrat programs. I hate to tell you."

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CREW @citizensforethics.org · 9h

Rep. Sheri Biggs was weeks or months late disclosing more than 170 stock, treasury bill and corporate security trades made by her husband, Bill Biggs.

Say it with us: Ban congressional stock trading.

Republican Congresswoman Failed to Properly Disclose 170 Trades Worth Up to $13.6M

Dozens of those trades came in the form of stock sales made on March 18, when key details of Trump’s tariff policies were disclosed.

www.notus.org

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CREW @citizensforethics.org · 13h

We must demand a justice system that applies the law without prejudice. In a democracy, loyalty or opposition shouldn't decide who faces consequences.

Comey’s indictment is a reminder of what's at stake—and that anyone could be next.

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CREW @citizensforethics.org · 13h

The pattern is clear: political allies get leniency while critics face scrutiny—or criminal charges. Uneven application of the law isn't justice, it's a threat to democracy.

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CREW @citizensforethics.org · 13h

The DOJ is reportedly investigating Sen. Adam Schiff and New York Attorney General Letitia James, who Trump has long identified as political enemies.

DOJ investigating N.Y. AG's office and Sen. Adam Schiff

A "special attorney" is investigating the prominent Trump opponents on mortgage fraud allegations, while federal prosecutors are probing Letitia James' office, sources tell NBC News.

www.nbcnews.com

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CREW @citizensforethics.org · 13h

Trump's actions make it clear he intends to keep targeting his perceived political enemies. From Comey to today's critics, his campaign to use the justice system against opponents shows no signs of slowing.

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CREW @citizensforethics.org · 13h

In contrast, Trump has spent years demanding criminal charges for his perceived political enemies—a crusade that has escalated during his second term.

Trump now thinks former presidents should be immune from prosecution. He spent years saying otherwise. - CREW | Citizens for Responsibility and Ethics in Washington

On more than a few occasions, former presidents were the target of his criminal accusations.

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CREW @citizensforethics.org · 13h

Roger Stone, a longtime Trump ally, was convicted on charges including lying to Congress and witness tampering.

In 2020, Trump commuted his 40-month prison sentence.

Trump commutes Roger Stone’s prison sentence

Roger Stone has told The Associated Press that President Donald Trump called to inform him he would commute his prison sentence for crimes related to the Russia probe.

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CREW @citizensforethics.org · 13h

We saw this pattern start in Trump’s first administration:

Michael Flynn twice pleaded guilty to lying to the FBI about his communication with Russia. But in 2020, the DOJ dropped the charges.

Michael Flynn Pleaded Guilty. Why Is The Justice Department Dropping The Charges?

Fate and politics have rewarded decisions made by the former national security adviser and his legal team, ultimately delivering him from legal jeopardy after a years-long odyssey.

www.npr.org

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CREW @citizensforethics.org · 13h

Meanwhile, Trump’s allies often escape accountability.

Consider Tom Homan, Trump’s current border czar, who allegedly accepted $50,000 in cash from undercover FBI agents. When Trump entered office, the DOJ shut down the investigation.

DOJ ended probe of 'border czar' Tom Homan for allegedly accepting $50K in FBI sting: Sources

The Justice Department said there was "no credible evidence" of criminal wrongdoing by Homan.

abcnews.go.com

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CREW @citizensforethics.org · 13h

Critics warn this is politically motivated and highly dangerous. The prosecution hinges on proving Comey intentionally lied to GOP senators during a 2020 hearing about events from 3+ years earlier—and his answers may not have even been factually wrong.

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CREW @citizensforethics.org · 13h

Trump has openly cheered Comey's indictment—and it only came after a Trump appointee resigned rather than cave to pressure to bring charges, and was replaced by a loyalist.

The Comey Indictment Is an Embarrassment

The Justice Department should never have brought such a shoddy case.

www.theatlantic.com

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CREW @citizensforethics.org · 13h

Former FBI Director James Comey's indictment is more than a case—it's a warning.

It’s the most obvious instance yet of targeting political opponents, while letting allies off the hook. 🧵

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CREW @citizensforethics.org · 14h

Donald Trump just floated using the Insurrection Act if courts block his National Guard deployments.

The Insurrection Act does NOT allow him to use the military for whatever purpose he wants regardless of the law—and it's dangerous for him to suggest it.

Trump open to invoking the Insurrection Act

The comments came a day after a federal judge blocked the president from sending National Guard troops to Portland, Oregon.

www.politico.com

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CREW @citizensforethics.org · 1d

John Paulson, one of Donald Trump’s earliest supporters on Wall Street, owns a stake in the tiny mining business whose value tripled overnight after the news that the US government invested $35.6 million in the company.

Billionaire Trump Donor Paulson Scores Windfall Thanks To Government’s Investment In Trilogy Metals

One of Donald Trump’s earliest supporters on Wall Street owns a stake in the tiny mining business that tripled overnight on news of the government’s investment.

www.forbes.com

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CREW @citizensforethics.org · 1d

If we're at the place where the president is calling for a governor to be jailed for no good reason, our democracy is in real danger.

Anyone concerned about the balance of power between states and the federal government should speak out now against this authoritarian posturing.

Aaron Rupar @atrupar.com · 1d

Trump calls for Brandon Johnson and JB Pritzker to be imprisoned

Chicago Mayor should be in jail for failing to protect Ice Officers! Governor Pritzker also!

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CREW @citizensforethics.org · 1d

Government shutdowns come with real consequences for Americans:

-Limited air traffic safety oversight
-Delayed Social Security applications
-Federal workers aren't paid
-SNAP funding could run out & more.

Meanwhile, Trump continues construction of the White House ballroom...

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CREW @citizensforethics.org · 2d

NEW: We asked a court, on behalf of @lwvus.bsky.social, for emergency relief in a class-action lawsuit challenging the Trump admin’s attempt to purge voter rolls using secret databases.

The court must act immediately to prevent voters from being disenfranchised in this fall’s election.

Class action lawsuit challenges Trump-Vance administration’s unlawful “National Data Banks” - CREW | Citizens for Responsibility and Ethics in Washington

The Trump-Vance administration’s creation of massive government databases consolidating legally protected personal information is unlawful.

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CREW @citizensforethics.org · 2d

Jared Kushner's participation in foreign policy negotiations raises serious ethical red flags.

His firm has billions in investments from Middle Eastern countries, but as an outside adviser he's not subject to government ethics laws or agreements.

Witkoff and Kushner Set to Join Gaza Talks Soon, Official Says

www.nytimes.com

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CREW @citizensforethics.org · 2d

As a result of President Trump’s authoritarian posturing, the history of the 22nd Amendment’s passage is newly relevant.

We're doing a state-by-state deep dive:

2 presidential terms, 41 states: the ratification of the 22nd Amendment - CREW | Citizens for Responsibility and Ethics in Washington

As a result of President Trump’s repeated public threats to seek a third term, the history of the 22nd Amendment’s passage is newly relevant. The below factsheets cover each state’s ratification of th...

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CREW @citizensforethics.org · 3d

Last night, a federal judge appointed by President Trump blocked the Trump administration from deploying out-of-state National Guard troops to Oregon.

That's a win for the rule of law, and we're proud to have filed an amicus brief in the case.

Judge Again Blocks Guard Deployment as Trump Expands His Targets

www.nytimes.com

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CREW @citizensforethics.org · 3d

Reminder to the Supreme Court as they start a new term: Presidents are not kings and should not be treated as such

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CREW @citizensforethics.org · 6d

BREAKING: our system of checks and balances

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