Robert Weissman
Robert Weissman is the co-president of Public Citizen, a progressive advocacy organization that champions consumer rights and government accountability. Known for his activism and critical stance on corporate influence in politics, Weissman has been vocal about the unprecedented power wielded by Elon Musk in the current administration, describing him as the most powerful bureaucrat in American history. His organization works to challenge policies that undermine democratic institutions and advocate for reforms that enhance transparency and public participation.
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Robert Weissman is a co-founder of Public Citizen.
House Committee to grill left-wing organizations for 'sowing chaos' across US
United States· 2026-02-10
Robert Weissman, co-president of Public Citizen, is scheduled to speak as a witness on behalf of Democratic lawmakers.
Democratic Socialists of America accused of 'malign foreign influence' in new reportUnited States· 2026-02-09
Robert Weissman described the situation as an unprecedented and incredible conflict of interest.
«Das sieht nach Bestechung aus»
Switzerland· 2026-02-03
Robert Weissman is the co-chair of the nonprofit organization Public Citizen, which has been involved in AI legislation.
The Guardian рассказала, как «ложь, наглая ложь и ИИ» повлияют на выборы — РБК
Russia· 2025-11-13
Robert Weissman is the president of Public Citizen and commented on OpenAI's tactics as aggressive.
מארגון לטובת הציבור - למכונת איומים: OpenAI מסתבכת בפרשה חדשה
Israel· 2025-11-10
Robert Weissman criticized Trump for using the power of the White House to enrich himself and his family.
Trump’s Scotland trip latest example of blending private business with presidential dutiesUnited States· 2025-07-27
Robert Weissman of the consumer rights group Public Citizen.
Supercharged seaweed, condo cracks, inside a company in crisis: Catch up on the day’s storiesUnited States· 2025-05-15
Robert Weissman believes the plan for the plane from Qatar is blatantly unconstitutional.
Freundschaftsdienst - Von der Teekanne zur Boeing „747“ - Politik
Germany· 2025-05-14
Robert Weissman, co-president of Public Citizen, a consumer rights advocacy group, expressed concerns about Trump's financial ties to the Middle East.
Luxury skyscrapers, golf courses and cryptocurrency: Trump’s rapidly expanding Middle East businessUnited States· 2025-05-13
Robert Weissman criticized the potential acceptance of the aircraft from Qatar, suggesting it indicates that American foreign policy under Donald Trump is for sale.
Od cudzej mocnosti, ale zadarmo. Air Force One pre Trumpa môže byť rizikom
Slovakia· 2025-05-12Robert Weissman criticized Trump's acceptance of the gift, stating it raises serious ethical questions.
Trump defiende el regalo de Qatar de un avión para usarlo como ‘Air Force One’: “Es un gran gesto” | Internacional
Spain· 2025-05-12
Robert Weissman expressed shock at the potential acceptance of a gift from Qatar by the Trump administration.
Katar will Donald Trump Air Force One schenken und dieser annehmenSwitzerland· 2025-05-12Robert Weissman criticized the bond requirements as almost unpayable for any plaintiff.
Power of judges to hold Trump administration in contempt may be undermined with filibuster-proof GOP proposalUnited States· 2025-05-01
Robert Weissman described the situation in Greenland as a 'circle of grift'.
Trump donors eye potential bonanza if US succeeds with Greenland land-grab | US political financing
United Kingdom· 2025-04-15
Robert Weissman, co-president of Public Citizen, spoke about the need for sustained protests against authoritarianism.
Tens of thousands rally against Trump at DC ‘Hands Off’ protest | Washington DCUnited Kingdom· 2025-04-06
Robert Weissman is a co-president of Public Citizen, a progressive consumer rights advocacy group.
Trump’s team is using Project 2025 as a blueprint to make changes to federal health programsUnited States· 2025-02-21
Robert Weissman, co-president of Public Citizen, said in a statement.
What to know about Trump’s executive order and ‘unprecedented’ power grab within the governmentUnited States· 2025-02-19
Robert Weissman described Musk as the most powerful bureaucrat in the history of America, operating with unprecedented autonomy.
The almighty Musk: How the world’s richest man became Washington’s most powerful bureaucratUnited States· 2025-02-14
