Tracking retaliatory use of arrests, prosecutions, and investigations by the Trump administration
How to tell if the Trump DOJ is enforcing the law or retaliating against political enemies.
July 16, 2026
Protecting online safety research and advocacy from government censorship
Our lawsuit challenges a new U.S. immigration policy that targets technology researchers, advocates, and trust and safety professionals.
July 14, 2026
Restoring funding for Congressionally mandated education programs
The lawsuit alleges that OMB's actions violate the Anti-Deficiency Act, the Administrative Procedure Act, and the Constitution's separation of powers.
June 30, 2026
Nonprofit groups file amended complaint in suit to preserve merit-based civil service
Government Accountability Project and NARFE, represented by Protect Democracy and Selendy Gay PLLC, filed an amended complaint against the Trump Administration in their suit challenging Schedule P/C.
June 24, 2026
Nonprofit Toolkit: Resources for organizations facing government investigations
We have created an extensive resource bank for nonprofits that come under threat from government officials.
June 12, 2026
Nonprofit primer: What if…your organization is concerned about an IRS investigation?
The (IRS) is a federal bureau within the Treasury Department responsible for collecting federal taxes and identifying and resolving instances of fraud and errors in tax filings.
June 12, 2026
The dangers of military intervention in civilian law enforcement
“The Dangers of Military Intervention in Civilian Law Enforcement" examines our nation’s concerning trend toward increased domestic troop deployments.
June 8, 2026
A new proposed DOJ rule suspending state bar investigations is deeply unpopular
The proposal represents an effort to insulate Trump administration officials from accountability
June 3, 2026
Protect Democracy applauds passage of the New York Bivens Act, a historic step for upholding the Constitution
New York closes the federal officer accountability gap left by the Supreme Court’s gutting of the Bivens remedy, covering federal, state, and local officials under a single universal cause of action.
May 21, 2026
Safeguarding a nonpartisan civil service
Protect Democracy is protecting a nonpartisan, merit-based civil service through litigation, communications, policy, and other advocacy.
May 20, 2026