Introduction and Latest Developments.
Read the full report and review the documents cited.
Impetus for Investigation
Abramoff and his Team at Greenberg Traurig
485 lobbying contacts with the White House
Abramoff's team offered tickets to White House officials 19 times
Appropriations, Endorsements, and Influence Over Political Appointments
In light of the results of this investigation, Rep. Waxman calls for a vigorous overhaul of lobbying laws.
In April, the Committee on Government Reform unanimously approved a bipartisan bill containing landmark reforms of the executive branch, including ending secret meetings between lobbyists and executive branch officials. The legislation requires all political appointees and senior officials in federal agencies and the White House to report the contacts they have with lobbyists and other private parties seeking to influence official government action. The legislation would also close the revolving door between government and the private sector (used by several of Mr. Abramoff's associates) to prevent lobbyists who enter government from handing out favors to their former clients.
Statement by Rep. Henry A. Waxman
Full Report on Abramoff Scandal
Spreadsheet of White House Contacts
E-mails - The committee reviewed thousands of e-mails between Jack Abramoff, his associates, and government officials. The e-mails cited in the report are available in PDF format organized by Bates number.
Bates numbers GTG R000004 - 000834
Bates numbers GTG R000847 - 001829
Bates numbers GTG R001836 - 004817
Bates numbers GTG R004877 - 005434
Bates numbers GTG R005443 - 008283