The Freedom of Information Act (FOIA) is the law that allows American citizens to be informed of actions conducted by the government. This allows people to access records from federal agencies unless it it falls under some exemption. The FOIA is is overseen by the Department of Justice and the president.
The FOIA is an incredibly important and essential part of our society and government. Being able to know what is going on within government and federal agencies should be standard. It is a method in which the government can stay trustworthy to the public and the public do not have to be fearful or wary of any suspicious activity. Sure, not everything being done by the government is being revealed but, what the FOIA does allow is better than nothing at all.
