Who We Are
Without vigilant oversight, the power we entrust to our elected officials leads to corruption. Over time, this corruption erodes public trust in our government. Founded by a small team of lawyers and researchers, Americans for Public Trust is a nonpartisan, independent organization dedicated to ensuring that no politician or political group is above the law.
Americans for Public Trust works to restore trust in government by exposing corruption and holding the powerful accountable.
Uncovering unethical behavior begins with original research. Our in-depth, fearless investigations are the first step in shedding light on wrongdoing. Second, we take bold legal action to ensure that those who disregard the rule of law are held responsible. We ensure high impact through lawsuits and administrative complaints. Lastly, we raise awareness of our work to rebuild public trust.
Caitlin Sutherland, Executive Director
Caitlin Sutherland has worked for over a decade for nonprofit and advocacy groups and joined Americans for Public Trust in 2020 as their founding Executive Director. Americans for Public Trust is a nonprofit, nonpartisan organization dedicated to restoring trust in government by holding politicians and political groups accountable.
Building on the experience she gained from working as the Research Director of the National Republican Congressional Committee, as well as the Deputy Research Director of Senate Leadership Fund, Sutherland works to uncover and publicize outside money and influence in politics and policy, including tracing foreign dark money.
Sutherland graduated Magna Cum Laude from Saint Mary’s College in Notre Dame, Indiana. She resides in Virginia with her husband, children, and their rescue dog Rocket.
