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Target: President Donald Trump, US Congress, and relevant federal agencies
Goal: Ensure that US-Russia diplomatic talks and potential government investments in major corporations like Intel are conducted transparently and with robust public oversight.
The upcoming meeting between President Trump and President Putin in Alaska comes at a critical time for global peace and security. As the war in Ukraine continues, decisions made behind closed doors could have far-reaching consequences for millions of people. Simultaneously, reports that the US government may take a stake in Intel raise concerns about the influence of public funds in private industry and the need for democratic oversight.
We believe that the American people deserve full transparency regarding the content and outcomes of international negotiations, especially when they relate to war, peace, and economic policy. Secretive deals and unaccountable investments undermine our democracy and risk prioritizing corporate or political interests over those of the public.
We urge our leaders to commit to transparency, public reporting, and meaningful oversight in all aspects of these crucial decisions. The future of our democracy and the well-being of people at home and abroad depend on it.