Does the entire federal government have to turn over information under the FOIA?
No. The law applies only to federal agencies, departments, regulatory commissions, federal corporations and other executive branch offices, as well as private contractors maintaining records on behalf of these entities. The President, Congress, federal courts, and private companies are generally not subject to FOIA, though some White House offices are covered by the law. If you’re still unsure whether a government office is covered by the FOIA, check the web site of that office. The U.S. Department of Justice maintains a list of links to covered offices, though it may not be comprehensive.
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