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Government Accountability
5,005 statements about Government Accountability from 495 members since Jan 3, 2025.
Statements about Government Accountability, last 12 weeks
DemRep● = up to 2 statements
Statements per week mentioning Government Accountability, all members, split by party. Democrats stacked first, Republicans after, four to a row. One dot is up to 2 statements. Click a week to set the dates below. Aug 17, 2026 – Nov 4, 2026.
Most active on Government Accountability · Aug 17 – Nov 4
- 1DRichard J. DurbinIL8
- 2DChris Van HollenMD6
- 3DJared HuffmanCA-025
- 4DCatherine Cortez MastoNV5
- 5RChip RoyTX-214
- 6DDebbie DingellMI-064
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3,414 statements
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Issued statement after oral arguments in lawsuit against ICE over detention facility access.
“Members of Congress will not be intimidated or deterred from ensuring DHS, ICE, and the federal government are held accountable to the rule of law.”
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Demanded answers from Trump adviser on her role in pardon of Venezuelan banker.
“Article II, Section 2, Clause 1 of the U.S. Constitution authorizes the President to ‘grant Reprieves and Pardons for Offenses against the United States, except in Cases of Impeachment.’ The U.S.”
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Bonamici, Wyden, Merkley Demand Investigation into ICE Tire Slashing Incident
Demanded investigation into ICE agents for slashing tires of citizens recording law enforcement.
“Without videos from bystanders, observers, journalists, and protestors, the public would never know the full scale of federal retaliation against those who seek to document ICE activity”
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Submitted comments opposing proposed 2030 Census rules affecting Puerto Rico population counts.
“Nos preocupa que esta propuesta limite la información demográfica esencial que se recopila sobre nuestra población. Sin datos precisos, se hace más difícil identificar las necesidades de nuestras comunidades y priorizar lo básico: los servicios, los recursos y la atención que nuestra gente necesita.”
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Criticized former Rep. Haley Stevens for endorsing Republican Mike Rogers.
“I have worked with colleagues with whom I strongly disagree. Public service requires that. We cannot allow a personal grievance to outweigh the consequences of our decisions for millions of people. I expected better from my colleague.”
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Announced $100 million in federal public safety funding for Jackson.
“This $100 million investment will give the city an opportunity to strengthen its public safety efforts while addressing some of the underlying challenges that affect our communities.”
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Introduced bill prohibiting executive bonuses over $250,000 during corporate bankruptcy.
“Executives should not be giving themselves a pat on the back for laying off workers and closing facilities”
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Pressed Trump administration for action on 30,000-gallon fuel spill at Joint Base Andrews.
“We write to follow up on the fuel spill incident at Joint Base Andrews that was initially discovered in March 2026 and resulted in an estimated 22,000 gallons of jet fuel entering the surrounding environment, including nearby Piscataway Creek.”
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Jayapal, Raskin Demand Answers on Officers in CBP, ICE Involved Shootings
Demanded answers on CBP and ICE officer shootings and accountability for DHS spending.
“This pattern of deeply disturbing conduct from DHS officers and agents prior to or immediately following the shootings they committed is of great concern”
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Introduced bipartisan bill to create Congressional Office of Technology to advise Congress on emerging technologies.
“Today Congress is confronted by complex issues ranging from cybersecurity to AI to energy and climate, and so much more — and reconstituting the Office of Technology Assessment would provide the Legislative Branch with a crucial internal source of expertise and counsel”
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New Pou Report: World Cup Success Masked Federal Security Issues
Released report detailing federal security failures and mishandled $625 million during 2026 World Cup.
“The World Cup was an extraordinary success, including in New Jersey where we proudly hosted the historic championship final. I again commend our local, state, and federal law enforcement officers whose careful work kept millions of fans and visitors safe”
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When the Victim Becomes the Target, The Moral Collapse of American Politics
Criticized political campaigns for exploiting childhood sexual violence trauma as a campaign weapon.
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Representatives Cohen, Kamlager-Dove and Scott Introduce the Death in Custody Reporting Reform Act
Introduced bill to reform death in custody reporting requirements for law enforcement agencies.
“The United States houses nearly 25 percent of the world’s prison population yet the U.S. government does not know how many people die in law enforcement custody despite previous efforts to correct this deficiency.”
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Reigniting the Call to Hold Jeffrey Epstein and Les Wexner Accountable
Mr. Speaker, I rise today to share with my colleagues information regarding a recent event held in my home district. On Saturday, October 17, 2026, I hosted a roundtable in Toledo, Ohio alongside the Democratic Women's Caucus and Chair Teresa Leger Fernandez to shed light on the corruption and…
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Rep. Salinas' Statement on USDA Reorganization Ruling
Responded to federal court order temporarily blocking USDA reorganization activities.
“For more than a year, I have raised concerns about this reckless plan and its consequences for the people who grow our food, protect our forests, and serve our rural communities”
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Investigated Tether's multimillion-dollar payment to consulting firm owned by White House crypto policy official.
“Tether’s alleged multimillion-dollar payment to a firm controlled by the White House official primarily responsible for cryptocurrency policy implicates federal ethics, anticorruption, and lobbying laws”
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Sent letter to Treasury Secretary requesting status update on Harriet Tubman $20 bill redesign.
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Slotkin Joins Bipartisan Push to Hold Defense Contractors Accountable on Pricing
Joined bipartisan effort to hold defense contractors accountable on pricing practices.
“The culture of overcharging within the defense industry that has driven this behavior has come with significant costs to both readiness and the American taxpayer”
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Rep. Torres Demands Answers from HUD on Abandonment of Fair Housing Enforcement for LGBTQ+ Americans
Sent letter to HUD demanding answers on fair housing enforcement for LGBTQ+ Americans.
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SCHNEIDER STATEMENT ON RECEIVING ANOTHER PIECE OF SUSPICIOUS MAIL IN LINCOLNSHIRE OFFICE
Reported receiving second suspicious letter at district office in less than a week.
“I am always grateful for the extraordinary commitment of our local police and fire departments to the safety of my team and our community. I know the FBI is already investigating last week’s letter, and I am confident they will do the same for the most recent incident.”
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WATCH: Slotkin Responds to President Trump Saying She Should be Tried in Court
Responded to Trump's call for her prosecution, defending accountability for corruption.
“This time, it’s because I dared to talk about the corruption coming out of the White House. This shouldn’t be complicated. If you break the law or abuse taxpayer dollars, you should be held accountable, no matter who you are or who you work for.”
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Quigley Statement on Second Suspicious Package to Congressional Office
Reported second suspicious package received at Chicago office; called for condemnation of political violence.
“This afternoon my Chicago office received a second suspicious package in the mail. We notified the Chicago Police Department and U.S. Capitol Police and are assisting in the investigation.”
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Introduced constitutional amendment establishing national referendum process for federal laws.
“As a former social studies teacher, I believe deeply in representative democracy — but I also believe democracy works best when people have a meaningful voice in their government”
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Demanded answers from White House ballroom donors about $330 million fundraising campaign.
“Recent reporting reveals that you have contributed $1 million and your company has contributed approximately $2 million to the President’s centerpiece vanity project. I have previously written to dozens of companies and individuals who have given millions to the ballroom.”
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Murphy Hits JD Vance on Trump Corruption, Brings Receipts
Criticized Vice President Vance's claims about Trump's financial conflicts of interest.
Sources: members’ press releases from their official websites (since the 119th Congress began (Jan 3, 2025)) and the Congressional Record (since Aug 2026). Statements are tagged to Government Accountability by AI reading of the full text. Quotes are shown only when they match the archived source text word for word.