roperty of the People is a nationally focused nonprofit (501(c)(3)) that pursues governmental transparency to strengthen democratic governance and public oversight. The organization, led by attorneys, scholars, and activists, uses Freedom of Information Act (FOIA) requests, research methodologies, and litigation to liberate and publish government documents that would otherwise remain hidden from the public. Its work has uncovered Trump White House visitor logs, federal expenditures at Trump-owned properties, FBI and DOJ internal practices, intelligence agency activities, and other documents of public interest. Through regular releases, press coverage, and detailed document repositories, Property of the People aims to ensure that “the records of government are the property of the people.”
Mission / Focus:
To provide the public with critical insights into government actions and operations by liberating official records, fostering transparency, and enabling democratic accountability.
What It Offers:
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Access to FOIA-obtained documents and analysis on topics like surveillance, civil liberties, and agency conduct.
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Research projects on government transparency and accountability.
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Press coverage and expert commentary on transparency disclosures.
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Opportunities for volunteer engagement and donations.