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How contractors use FOIA to spy on one another

The Freedom of Information Act might be best known as a way for journalists and public interest groups to get information about the operations of government. But it can also be a tool for companies to get confidential information about their competitors. Safeguarding that information has gotten more complicated in the last few years. Because the state of the law around the FOIA exemption that applies to things like trade secrets, it's all in flux.

Agency Oversight

DOJ exploring artificial intelligence to help process FOIA requests

Federal Newscast

Senators want to disband VA review committee, before it's even formed

Federal Newscast

Trump's pick to take over CIA faces powerful skeptic in the Senate

Agency in Focus

Justice Dept. fights uphill battle to improve FOIA disclosures

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FOIA update puts pressure on contractors to protect trade secrets

Agency Oversight

DoJ prompts agencies to get the ball rolling on new FOIA law

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Management

Obama celebrates 50th anniversary of FOIA by signing update to law