On September 24, 2025, the House of Representatives Committee on Oversight and Government Reform sent a letter to Uber CEO Dara Khosrowshahi, requesting a briefing to address discrepancies in the company’s reported sexual assault data. The letter, issued by Nancy Mace, Chairwoman of the Subcommittee on Cybersecurity, Information Technology, and Government Innovation, raised concerns over discrepancies between Uber’s own reports and recent investigative findings.
An August 2025 report by the New York Times revealed that between 2017 and 2022, over 400,000 Uber trips were linked to sexual assault or misconduct incidents—an alarmingly higher number than the figures Uber had previously disclosed. The disparity in data has prompted Congress to investigate whether Uber’s reporting practices have understated the true scope of these assaults.
A Call to Action
Congress is calling on Uber to provide clarity and ensure more accurate reporting to protect passengers and hold offenders accountable. The Subcommittee has requested a detailed response by October 1, 2025, including an explanation of how Uber plans to address these data discrepancies and improve safety measures for both riders and drivers.
How Helping Survivors Can Help You
At Helping Survivors, we stand with those affected by rideshare sexual assault and support efforts to hold companies accountable for ensuring safety in all spaces, including rideshare services.
Contact Helping Survivors today to learn about your rights and options.
