Federal data is disappearing. Here’s how you can help.
Public access to government data and websites has been increasingly limited after President Donald Trump took office. MuckRock is looking for the inside story of the removal federal government data, with suggestions from you on FOIA requests about federal data removal.
How an Arizona newsroom uncovered a mystery candidate
Using personal financial disclosure records, two reporters revealed a candidate’s conflicting history.
We’re tracking down police disciplinary files in more than 20 different states
MuckRock readers told us where to request documents about police misconduct. You can follow along.
We asked federal agencies about their efforts to use AI in FOIA
We requested contracts and audits of AI pilot programs to be used in FOIA departments of agencies like the CIA and the State Department.
Release Notes: Introducing the new DocumentCloud and version 2 of the MuckRock API
The new DocumentCloud is live, featuring a faster, more consistent, and modernized user interface optimized for accessibility and performance. Alongside this, MuckRock is proud to launch version 2 of our MuckRock, offering improved authentication, efficiency, and speed. To support these updates, the new python-squarelet Python library simplifies token management and authentication for both APIs. Additionally, an IPFS/Filecoin Batch Uploader Add-On allows users to upload large document sets more reliably and efficiently.
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FOIA 101: Tips and Tricks to Make You a Transparency Master
★ FeaturedWhether it's your first request or your first request *today,* it never hurts to go over the basics. MuckRock's compiled a lot of FOIA advice over the years, and with this project, it's all in one place. -
Elections 2024
★ FeaturedAs newsrooms worked to cover local and national issues and candidates in the 2024 elections, MuckRock was actively supporting them. We provided extensive training and support for journalists and the public to help cover federal, state and local races across the country. MuckRock worked on public records requests, along with Sunlight Research Center, to better understand political candidates. -
A community podcast about all things FOIA and public records
★ FeaturedWe gather once a month to share updates on public records laws and rulings, techniques, tricks and insider tips from fellow requesters. -
Get the most out of DocumentCloud
★ FeaturedDo you want to know how to better use DocumentCloud? Have a question about using or building Add-Ons? Working on a project that uses DocumentCloud embeds?