Government Accountability Project

05/31/2026

At this moment, we are suing multiple federal agencies for fraud, misconduct, and corruption… often, it feels like we’re locked in an endless battle of David vs. Goliath. The odds are stacked against us with powerful agencies as our opponents—yet we win the majority of our court cases. ⚡️

Learn why below ⬇️
https://www.youtube.com/shorts/IuQRTJts78c

At any given moment, we're in the process of suing federal agencies and wealthy industry giants for fraud, misconduct, and corruption… often, it feels like w...

05/22/2026

Whistleblowers have had a tough year as their protections are systematically dismantled, but it's not too late for lawmakers to reinforce them.

Read more from Project On Government Oversight about the ongoing whistleblower cases, including ours, and what can be done. ⬇️

Whistleblower protections are being systematically dismantled, but it’s not too late for lawmakers to fight to reinforce them.

05/20/2026

We sent a letter to Congress expressing deep concerns over the Crime Victims Fund Stabilization Act.

As written, the current bill negatively impacts whistleblowers as well as raises structural concerns over the separation of powers and the appropriations process.

Learn more now. ⬇️
https://whistleblower.org/letter/letter-of-concern-over-the-crime-victims-fund-stabilization-act/

05/18/2026

You can make your voice heard on one of the most significant whistleblowing rulemakings in 15 years!

The National Whistleblower Center have a template for filing a public comment make sure that financial crimes whistleblowers’ voices are heard today!

FinCEN's proposed rules could gut the most powerful anti-corruption law ever passed. You can change that! The deadline to submit a legally binding public comment is June 1, 2026, so act now.

05/13/2026

The American Bar Association Section of Civil Rights and Social Justice hosted our Legal Director, Tom Devine, on their Civil Rights Boot Camp 2.0 to talk about his expertise in whistleblower protections.

This compelling conversation examines retaliation law as it applies to employee speech across sectors, focusing on the legal frameworks that protect workers who raise concerns, engage in advocacy, or participate in enforcement processes.

Watch the panel now to hear all about protections you have when blowing the whistle! ⬇️

Welcome to the second day of CRSJ's Civil Rights Boot Camp 2.0. Contact [email protected] for details & how to get involved!--Employees in both the public...

05/11/2026

ICYMI: FEMA employees illegally placed on administrative leave for exercising their First Amendment and whistleblower rights were ordered back to work!

For eight long months, it has been an honor to assist them. Learn more about this huge win.⬇️

04/30/2026

🎙️ Recently featured on the Two Reporters podcast, our Senior Director of Advocacy & Strategy Dana Gold shed light on the current landscape whistleblowers face—and reasons to retain hope in this historic moment.

In this episode, Gold shares how our Department of Justice (DOJ) whistleblower client, Erez Reuveni, came to Government Accountability Project to tell his story about what he witnessed inside the DOJ.

Even when confronted with risks to his career and possibly his family, Reuveni exposed DOJ leadership’s knowing defiance of federal court rulings—because he felt it was the right thing to do.

Reuveni's disclosure has led to greater congressional oversight of DOJ and increased distrust by district courts of DOJ’s compliance in its effort to implement executive branch policies.

Even in an era of uncertainty, whistleblower disclosures continue to illuminate wrongdoing, inspire hope, and incite reform.

Listen to the full episode to learn more: https://whistleblower.org/in-the-news/two-reporters-would-you-risk-your-job-or-worse-to-blow-the-whistle-on-government-colleagues-breaking-the-law

04/28/2026

🚨 Fresh press release: Alongside Lawyers for Good Government, we're filing complaints against the EPA on behalf of EPA employees who faced retaliation for exercising their First Amendment and whistleblower rights.

Last June, 620 EPA employees sent a Declaration of Dissent to Congress & EPA Administrator Lee Zeldin, protesting concerns including the Office of Research and Development's dismantlement and EPA's disregard of scientific consensus.

Within hours, EPA began to unlawfully retaliate. About 140 signers were sent home; many EPA employees were terminated outright.

EPA’s own Ethics Office found that the EPA whistleblowers did not engage in any wrongful misconduct.

“EPA’s actions are blatantly illegal. We salute these brave whistleblowers and, with our allies and partners, back their rights to speak truth to power,” said David Seide, Of Counsel at Government Accountability Project.

Read the full press release: https://whistleblower.org/press/lawyers-for-good-government-and-government-accountability-project-announce-representation-of-epa-employees-facing-retaliation/

04/23/2026

Washingtonian named our Executive Director, Louis Clark, in the 500 Most Influential People of 2026 in the Good Governance category! 🥳

Louis has helped to pioneer whistleblower rights in the U.S., heavily influenced by his own civil rights advocacy in 1960s Mississippi. He joins a list of well accomplished professionals in Washington, DC.

Washingtonian's acknowledgement recognizes the top leaders and advocates from think tanks, non-profits, and NGOs that shape policy in DC and beyond, while excluding elected officials.

Congratulations, Louis! 🎉

Read more about his inspiring journey: https://whistleblower.org/blog/louis-clark-the-long-standing-accountability-executive/

04/22/2026

Happy ! 🌍 Just as we expect our government to serve its people, so we expect our government to protect the fragile ecosystems and landscapes our lives depend upon.

🍃 We’re proud to celebrate Earth Day and highlight our advocacy on the frontlines of food safety, nuclear meltdown prevention, and environmental justice for communities such as East Palestine, OH harmed by manmade disasters.

🍃 As part of our lawsuit against the USDA, we obtained records revealing that USDA officials knew East Palestine's food supply was contaminated after the 2023 train derailment. Yet, the USDA failed to communicate that risk to residents.

🍃 Two days ago, we recognized the 16th anniversary of the Deepwater Horizon Oil Spill. Almost all people tasked with clean-up using the chemical Corexit have experienced health concerns including tumors and various cancers, which we've brought to the public eye. Since the oil spill, we've collaborated with whistleblowers and submitted dozens of affidavits to get accountability for those still suffering.

This and every day forward, we remain committed to fighting for environmental justice and transparency.

📣 If you've witnessed workplace wrongdoing that resulted in threats to human or environmental health, submit our intake form today: https://crm.whistleblower.org/form/online-intake-application

📣 Learn more about our Energy and Environment Program: https://whistleblower.org/energy-and-environment/