WASHINGTON, D.C. – Today, Senate Homeland Security and Governmental Affairs Committee Ranking Member Gary Peters [D-MI] and Senate Democratic Leader Chuck Schumer [D-NY] announced a new portal for whistleblowers who want to disclose information about wrongdoing.
In a public letter to federal civil service employees and public servants, Senators Peters and Schumer wrote that Senate Democrats have launched a new portal for individuals interested in reporting wrongdoing, abuses of power, and threats to public safety.
In the first three weeks of his Administration, President Trump has shown indifference towards preserving the rule of law and protecting the American people. From the DOGE takeover of the Treasury Department to the federal funding freeze, this Administration has caused chaos for programs that American families, seniors, students, veterans, and others have come to depend upon.
“Senate Democrats have been working tirelessly to investigate the recent actions of the Trump Administration. Through oversight requests, hearings, and inquiries, our caucus is determined to hold accountable those who have engaged in lawless actions that undermine our democracy, and the courageous disclosures of whistleblowers will be invaluable to that mission,” the Senators wrote. “As Senate Republicans refuse to fulfill their constitutional duty to provide a check on the Executive Branch, Senate Democrats remain steadfast in our commitment to uncovering the truth. We are prepared to issue demand letters, preserve public records, conduct public hearings, and pursue legal action where necessary.”
The new portal can be accessed here.
The letter can be seen here and below:
To the Brave Public Servants and Whistleblowers,
We write to you today deeply committed to transparency, accountability, and the rule of law. Senate Democrats recognize that whistleblowers are the backbone of government oversight and accountability. Whistleblowers are essential in helping uncover fraud and abuse in the federal government. If you have information you want to share about wrongdoing, abuse of power, and threats to public safety, we stand ready to support you in your pursuit of truth and justice.
The Whistleblower Protection Act (WPA) prohibits retaliation against federal employees who disclose evidence of wrongdoing. This landmark legislation is a crucial safeguard against corruption and abuse of power, reinforcing the principle that those who act in the public interest should not suffer personal or professional harm. The protections it provides are essential to maintaining a transparent and accountable government.
Led by the Committee on Homeland Security and Governmental Affairs (HSGAC), Senate Democrats have been working tirelessly to investigate the recent actions of the Trump Administration. Through oversight requests, hearings, and inquiries, our caucus is determined to hold accountable those who have engaged in lawless actions that undermine our democracy, and the courageous disclosures of whistleblowers will be invaluable to that mission.
As Senate Republicans refuse to fulfill their constitutional duty to provide a check on the Executive Branch, Senate Democrats remain steadfast in our commitment to uncovering the truth. We are prepared to issue demand letters, preserve public records, conduct public hearings, and pursue legal action where necessary. If you would like to submit a whistleblower complaint, you can submit it here.
Resources for Whistleblowers
1. Office of the Whistleblower Ombuds
2. Whistleblower Protection Act: A Legal Overview
3. Government Accountability Project
4. National Whistleblower Center
5. Senate Democrats Whistleblower Portal
Your courage in stepping forward to expose corruption, misconduct, and incompetence is essential to preserving the integrity of our democratic institutions.
Sincerely,
Democratic Leader Schumer & HSGAC Ranking Member Peters
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