Americans for Public Trust is a nonprofit, nonpartisan organization dedicated to restoring trust in government by holding politicians and political groups accountable for corrupt and unethical behavior. We use in-depth investigations and bold legal action to ensure that those who disregard the rule of law are held responsible. By raising awareness of this work, we help to rebuild public faith in our elected leaders.
Investigation
Uncovering corrupt and unethical behavior begins with original research. Our in-depth, fearless investigations are the first step in shedding light on wrongdoing.
Legal Action
By taking bold legal action we ensure that those who disregard the rule of law are held responsible. We engage in the legal arena with high impact lawsuits and administrative complaints.
Reporting
Raising awareness of our work and highlighting the powerful being held accountable for misconduct helps to rebuild public trust in our government.
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- APT Launches First Database Tracking Foreign Money in American Politics
- APT Letters to State Officials Urging Use of New Foreign Funding Database
- APT Letter to Congress Urging Use of New Foreign Funding Database
- House Passes Stop Foreign Funds in Elections Act
- Opportunity Action Fund: Application to Become a 501(c)(4)
- Contours, Inc: 1024 Information Request
- Contours, Inc: Application to be a 501(c)(4)
- New Jersey Records
- Rep. Julie Johnson Ethics Complaint
- Oak Foundation: 2025 Annual Report
- Iowa Signs Foreign Funding Ban into Law
- APT Exposes Additional $2 Million from ACLU to Missouri Ballot Campaign, Files Supplemental Complaint
- APT Files Supplemental Complaint Against ACLU Foundation and Missouri Ballot Issue Committee
