Experts caution that the FEC is a watchdog without the ability to act effectively due to the lack of a quorum.
Experts have recently raised alarms concerning the Federal Election Commission (FEC) and its current state. Following the term end of former commissioner Allen Dickerson in April, the FEC now faces the challenge of having six members, a situation it has found itself in for the third time. This lack of quorum restricts the FEC from […]
Watchdog group claims Democrats misrepresent GOP’s ban on funding for gender transition
After House Republicans approved a measure that forbids taxpayer dollars from funding gender-reversible treatments, Democrats have rallied against this language, arguing that it appears to suggest a prohibition on necessary medical care. They believe this move is an attempt to mislead the public. The version of the One Big Beautiful Bill Act that passed in […]
Scammers Have Stolen Billions From Pentagon — And the Total Could Be Much Higher, Watchdog Alerts
Report Reveals Pentagon Fraud Issues A recent report from the Government Accountability Office (GAO) highlights significant fraud within the Defense Industrial Base, potentially costing the Pentagon billions. The findings, released on Wednesday, suggest that the estimated losses may only scratch the surface of a larger problem. The Department of Defense (DOD) has reportedly lost close […]
FTC looks into media watchdog regarding claims of a boycott against Musk’s X, documents reveal
The US Federal Trade Commission (FTC) is asking for documents from media organizations linked to claims that they collaborated with other watchdog groups to encourage advertisers to boycott X, the platform previously known as Twitter, following Elon Musk’s acquisition in 2022. This request, detailed in a Civil Investigation Demand reviewed by Reuters, aims to gather […]
Increased community sentences in England and Wales could lead to serious problems, warns watchdog.
Community Sentences and Probation Reform in England and Wales According to a recent insight shared with the Guardian, there’s a concerning trend regarding offenders in England and Wales who are expected to begin serving community sentences. If probation services aren’t significantly revamped, the consequences could be severe. Martin Jones, the chief inspector of HM Probation, […]
Watchdog indicates that staff of US attorneys in New York might be weakening Trump’s Department of Transportation.
First reported by FOX: A watchdog group advocating for democracy is urging the Department of Justice (DOJ) to investigate lawyers from the Southern District of New York (SDNY). They accuse these attorneys, representing Transport Secretary Sean Duffy, of attempting to undermine efforts to eliminate the driving tax in New York City. NYC’s crowded pricing program […]
Watchdog group warns Medicare cardholders about a scam this month
Fraud Alerts for New York Seniors This Month In New York State, a watchdog group focused on protecting seniors with Medicare has issued important fraud alerts to be aware of this month. Medical identity theft occurs when an individual impersonates someone else, utilizing their personal health information or Medicare number to obtain services or supplies […]
Former SSA Commissioner Martin O’Malley broke the Hatch Act, according to a watchdog.
Former Social Security Commissioner Martin O’Malley violated the Hatch Act during an interview last year with a local news outlet, according to an investigation by the U.S. Special Advisors Office. This was reported by a North Carolina news source. The investigation was initiated following a complaint filed on October 23, 2024. At the time of […]
Rich Britons are dodging more taxes than previously believed, according to a spending watchdog.
According to the government’s spending watchdog, Britain’s wealthy individuals are managing to evade paying more taxes, which has been highlighted by a notable drop in penalties issued to them. The National Audit Office (NAO) released a report urging ministers to intensify their efforts in collecting taxes owed, noting that billions remain unpaid each year. The […]
Democratic senators call for investigation into Trump’s acceptance of Qatar plane by Pentagon watchdog.
A group of senior Democratic senators is urging the Pentagon’s inspector general to investigate the Department of Defense’s involvement in President Trump’s acceptance of a plane as a gift from Qatar. Led by Sen. Adam Schiff (D-Calif), nine lawmakers have asked the Department of Defense Inspector General to look into the Trump administration’s potential role […]