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Presidential Records Act and Medical Files

The Presidential Records Act protects personnel and medical files from public release as private information.

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Jan 19, 2026

How does the Presidential Records Act determine custody and control of documents created before, during, and after a presidency?

The Presidential Records Act (PRA) changed presidential papers from private property to the property of the United States and creates a time‑phased regime for who holds legal custody and control: the ...

Jan 17, 2026

What legal consequences could whistleblowers and websites face for publishing federal personnel data?

Publishing federal personnel data can trigger a mix of civil, administrative and criminal consequences: disclosures may be blocked or exempt under FOIA and regulatory rules (exposing publishers to civ...