#aclu
#aclu

11 hours ago

US politics

ACLU Wants Investigation Into Vallejo City Attorney Over Alleged Police Misconduct Cases

fromThe Washington Post

US news

Honolulu police arrested sober drivers to hit DUI quotas, lawsuit alleges

fromABC7 San Francisco

9 hours ago

US politics

ACLU calling for independent investigation on Vallejo city attorney over policing issues

11 hours ago

US politics

ACLU Wants Investigation Into Vallejo City Attorney Over Alleged Police Misconduct Cases

more#police-misconduct

Supreme Court blocks, for now, new deportations under 18th century wartime law

The Supreme Court temporarily blocked the deportation of Venezuelans based on an 18th-century law, ensuring they have a chance to defend themselves.

Opinion | The Supreme Court Ruled. Trump and the A.C.L.U. Both Claimed Victory. Huh?

The A.C.L.U. scored a major constitutional victory despite the Trump administration's procedural win regarding deportation policies.

ACLU warns hundreds of Venezuelans face immediate deportation under Alien Enemies Act despite Supreme Court decision

Immigration authorities are rapidly restarting deportations under the Alien Enemies Act, despite Supreme Court restrictions.

2 days ago

Social justice

Lengthy Court Proceeding Over Homeless Encampment Sweeps In SF Ends With $2.8M Settlement

Supreme Court blocks, for now, new deportations under 18th century wartime law

The Supreme Court temporarily blocked the deportation of Venezuelans based on an 18th-century law, ensuring they have a chance to defend themselves.

Opinion | The Supreme Court Ruled. Trump and the A.C.L.U. Both Claimed Victory. Huh?

The A.C.L.U. scored a major constitutional victory despite the Trump administration's procedural win regarding deportation policies.

ACLU warns hundreds of Venezuelans face immediate deportation under Alien Enemies Act despite Supreme Court decision

Immigration authorities are rapidly restarting deportations under the Alien Enemies Act, despite Supreme Court restrictions.

2 days ago

Social justice

Lengthy Court Proceeding Over Homeless Encampment Sweeps In SF Ends With $2.8M Settlement

Massive quilt celebrating transgender Americans to be unveiled on the National Mall - in photos

The Freedom to Be monument quilt symbolizes defiance and hope for the transgender community amid increasing legislation against LGBTQ+ rights.

In federal court in Boston, transgender Americans aim to block Trump's passport policy change

The ACLU is seeking an injunction against Trump's policy on transgender passport designations impacting individuals' rights.

Montana judge blocks anti-trans bathroom law

Montana's judge temporarily blocks law restricting transgender bathroom use, providing relief to transgender individuals.

fromwww.twincities.com

Judge blocks Trump administration from passport changes affecting transgender Americans

A federal judge blocked Trump administration's policy banning nonbinary 'X' passport marker and changing gender markers, supporting accurate identity documentation for all.

fromPinkNews | Latest lesbian, gay, bi and trans news | LGBTQ+ news

fromPinkNews | Latest lesbian, gay, bi and trans news | LGBTQ+ news

Trans rights quilts laid outside US Capitol building in powerful display

The 'Freedom to Be' quilt installation highlights the struggles and resilience of transgender Americans through personal artwork and messages of resistance.

Privacy professionals

Trump's anti-trans passport policy suffers major setback

Massive quilt celebrating transgender Americans to be unveiled on the National Mall - in photos

The Freedom to Be monument quilt symbolizes defiance and hope for the transgender community amid increasing legislation against LGBTQ+ rights.

In federal court in Boston, transgender Americans aim to block Trump's passport policy change

The ACLU is seeking an injunction against Trump's policy on transgender passport designations impacting individuals' rights.

Montana judge blocks anti-trans bathroom law

Montana's judge temporarily blocks law restricting transgender bathroom use, providing relief to transgender individuals.

fromwww.twincities.com

Judge blocks Trump administration from passport changes affecting transgender Americans

A federal judge blocked Trump administration's policy banning nonbinary 'X' passport marker and changing gender markers, supporting accurate identity documentation for all.

fromPinkNews | Latest lesbian, gay, bi and trans news | LGBTQ+ news

fromPinkNews | Latest lesbian, gay, bi and trans news | LGBTQ+ news

Trans rights quilts laid outside US Capitol building in powerful display

The 'Freedom to Be' quilt installation highlights the struggles and resilience of transgender Americans through personal artwork and messages of resistance.

fromwww.dailybulletin.com

Privacy professionals

Trump's anti-trans passport policy suffers major setback

more#transgender-rights

1 week ago

ACLU, California city settle lawsuit over artwork protesting police brutality

The city of Pomona and the American Civil Liberties Union of Southern California have reached a settlement over murals protesting police brutality painted on a youth center's walls.

Social justice

#civil-rights

Black Lives Matter

fromwww.mercurynews.com

Judge restricts Border Patrol in California: You just can't walk up to people with brown skin'

Federal court limits Border Patrol's authority to conduct warrantless immigration stops in California.

Judge's ruling reinforces Fourth Amendment rights against arbitrary detentions.

fromMiami Herald

Miami food

Past ACLU president in Miami who fought for Elian's rights, First Amendment, dies at 63

US news

Venezuelan mothers organize on chat group to fight Guantanamo detentions

1 week ago

Social justice

Judge Orders Trump Administration to Halt Indiscriminate Immigration Stops, Arrests in California | KQED

fromwww.esquire.com

Los Angeles

ACLU Files Lawsuit Against Los Angeles ICE Raids for Being Unconstitutional

Black Lives Matter

fromwww.mercurynews.com

Judge restricts Border Patrol in California: You just can't walk up to people with brown skin'

Federal court limits Border Patrol's authority to conduct warrantless immigration stops in California.

Judge's ruling reinforces Fourth Amendment rights against arbitrary detentions.

fromMiami Herald

Miami food

Past ACLU president in Miami who fought for Elian's rights, First Amendment, dies at 63

US news

Venezuelan mothers organize on chat group to fight Guantanamo detentions

1 week ago

Social justice

Judge Orders Trump Administration to Halt Indiscriminate Immigration Stops, Arrests in California | KQED

fromwww.esquire.com

Los Angeles

ACLU Files Lawsuit Against Los Angeles ICE Raids for Being Unconstitutional

more#civil-rights

#birthright-citizenship

Miscellaneous

fromABC7 Los Angeles

3rd judge blocks Trump's order ending birthright citizenship for kids of people in US illegally

Federal judges have ruled against Trump's executive order to end birthright citizenship for children of undocumented immigrants.

US politics

Spineless Republicans Are Part of a Bigger Problem

fromenglish.elpais.com

US politics

A judge circumvents Supreme Court ban and blocks Trump's order against birthright citizenship

US politics

Trump's push to end birthright citizenship blocked by federal judge

Miscellaneous

fromABC7 Los Angeles

3rd judge blocks Trump's order ending birthright citizenship for kids of people in US illegally

Federal judges have ruled against Trump's executive order to end birthright citizenship for children of undocumented immigrants.

US politics

Spineless Republicans Are Part of a Bigger Problem

fromenglish.elpais.com

US politics

A judge circumvents Supreme Court ban and blocks Trump's order against birthright citizenship

more#birthright-citizenship

US politics

Trump's push to end birthright citizenship blocked by federal judge

#immigration

Trump administration briefing: Mahmoud Khalil's detention, Trumpcession' fears and gutting USAid

The Trump administration's arrest of activist Mahmoud Khalil is seen as an attack on free speech by the ACLU.

Border Patrol sued for tactics used in Kern County immigration raid

ACLU sues DHS alleging unlawful Border Patrol raid targeted farmworkers based on race.

Border Patrol Slashed Tires, Dragged People From Cars in Bakersfield Raids, ACLU Says | KQED

Border Patrol's raids in Bakersfield resulted in alleged racial profiling and coercive deportations of farmworkers, triggering legal action from the ACLU.

Social justice

5 ways you can help immigrant communities being targeted by Trump policies

Trump's executive order attacking birthright citizenship ignites broader anti-immigrant policies, but local resistance is proving effective.

fromScary Mommy

Three American-Born Children Have Been Sent To Honduras With Their Mothers - Here's What To Know

The Trump administration has prioritized mass deportations, raising concerns over due process and mistreatment of U.S. citizens.

ACLU and other advocates sue to block migrants from being sent to Guantanamo Bay

Civil rights groups are suing to prevent migrant transfers to Guantanamo Bay, claiming it is illegal and unnecessary.

Trump administration briefing: Mahmoud Khalil's detention, Trumpcession' fears and gutting USAid

The Trump administration's arrest of activist Mahmoud Khalil is seen as an attack on free speech by the ACLU.

Border Patrol sued for tactics used in Kern County immigration raid

ACLU sues DHS alleging unlawful Border Patrol raid targeted farmworkers based on race.

Border Patrol Slashed Tires, Dragged People From Cars in Bakersfield Raids, ACLU Says | KQED

Border Patrol's raids in Bakersfield resulted in alleged racial profiling and coercive deportations of farmworkers, triggering legal action from the ACLU.

Social justice

5 ways you can help immigrant communities being targeted by Trump policies

Trump's executive order attacking birthright citizenship ignites broader anti-immigrant policies, but local resistance is proving effective.

fromScary Mommy

Three American-Born Children Have Been Sent To Honduras With Their Mothers - Here's What To Know

The Trump administration has prioritized mass deportations, raising concerns over due process and mistreatment of U.S. citizens.

ACLU and other advocates sue to block migrants from being sent to Guantanamo Bay

Civil rights groups are suing to prevent migrant transfers to Guantanamo Bay, claiming it is illegal and unnecessary.

Trump using National Guard in LA is an 'abuse of power,' says national security expert

Trump's deployment of the National Guard to LA protests is a dangerous abuse of power and undermines democratic principles.

US news

'Antagonized for being Hispanic': Growing claims of racial profiling in LA raids

Trump using National Guard in LA is an 'abuse of power,' says national security expert

Trump's deployment of the National Guard to LA protests is a dangerous abuse of power and undermines democratic principles.

US news

'Antagonized for being Hispanic': Growing claims of racial profiling in LA raids

A.C.L.U. Sues Defense Department Schools Over Book Bans

The ACLU claims that the removal of books violates military students' First Amendment rights.

4 weeks ago

US politics

Palestinian student sues Michigan school over teacher's reaction to her refusal to stand for Pledge

A.C.L.U. Sues Defense Department Schools Over Book Bans

The ACLU claims that the removal of books violates military students' First Amendment rights.

4 weeks ago

US politics

Palestinian student sues Michigan school over teacher's reaction to her refusal to stand for Pledge

more#first-amendment

#drone-surveillance

Government drones used in 'runaway spying operation' to peek into backyards in Sonoma County, lawsuit says

Sonoma County residents sue over drone use, claiming violation of their privacy rights without warrants.

San Francisco

ACLU Sues Sonoma County Over Drone Use, Could SF Be Next?

Government drones used in 'runaway spying operation' to peek into backyards in Sonoma County, lawsuit says

Sonoma County residents sue over drone use, claiming violation of their privacy rights without warrants.

San Francisco

ACLU Sues Sonoma County Over Drone Use, Could SF Be Next?

The ACLU is suing Sonoma County over drone surveillance, arguing it violates privacy and constitutional rights.

more#drone-surveillance

#quincy

Boston

ACLU asks Quincy to cancel patron saint statues, but 'the decision on this has been made'

Boston food

Quincy residents sue to stop installation of patron saint statues at public safety building

Boston

ACLU asks Quincy to cancel patron saint statues, but 'the decision on this has been made'

Boston food

Quincy residents sue to stop installation of patron saint statues at public safety building

How Trump's Changes to U.S. Gender Policy Could Affect Your Passport

Hunter Schafer received a passport with a male marker, highlighting the confusion around recent changes to gender recognition policies in U.S. passports.

fromPinkNews | Latest lesbian, gay, bi and trans news | LGBTQ+ news

Trans woman suing Trump administration over male passport celebrates major victory

Trans activist Zaya Perysian celebrates a legal victory against the Trump Administration regarding the 'X' gender marker on passports.

Love, hope, community and resistance': ACLU to unveil 9,000 sq ft quilt for trans rights

The Freedom to Be project aims to celebrate trans joy while advocating for safety and freedom amid anti-trans legislation.

How Trump's Changes to U.S. Gender Policy Could Affect Your Passport

Hunter Schafer received a passport with a male marker, highlighting the confusion around recent changes to gender recognition policies in U.S. passports.

fromPinkNews | Latest lesbian, gay, bi and trans news | LGBTQ+ news

Trans woman suing Trump administration over male passport celebrates major victory

Trans activist Zaya Perysian celebrates a legal victory against the Trump Administration regarding the 'X' gender marker on passports.

Love, hope, community and resistance': ACLU to unveil 9,000 sq ft quilt for trans rights

The Freedom to Be project aims to celebrate trans joy while advocating for safety and freedom amid anti-trans legislation.

Federal court in New York blocks removals under Alien Enemies Act

A federal court blocked removals under the Alien Enemies Act, ruling it was used improperly during peacetime without due process.

Law

fromAbove the Law

Sam Alito Dissent Would Get Him Cold-Called Into Oblivion In Law School - Above the Law

The Supreme Court showcased skepticism toward the Trump administration's compliance with due process in immigration cases.

fromConde Nast Traveler

What Travelers Should Know Before Entering the US, According to Immigration Experts

CBP has broad authority to search travelers' devices without a warrant, impacting privacy rights.

Travelers should consider using devices with no sensitive data to protect privacy during border crossings.

fromNew York Post

Supreme Court blocks new deportations of Venezuelans in Texas under 18th-century wartime law

The Supreme Court has temporarily halted the deportations of Venezuelans in Texas, citing the need for due process under the law.

Lawyers Warn More Venezuelans to Be Deported Under Alien Enemies Act

ACLU seeks to halt deportations of Venezuelan migrants under wartime law, citing their alleged gang affiliations.

Washington Nationals

Supreme Court blocks, for now, new deportations under 18th century wartime law

Supreme Court halts deportations of Venezuelans in Texas under an 18th-century law.

fromBrooklyn Eagle

Federal court in New York blocks removals under Alien Enemies Act

A federal court blocked removals under the Alien Enemies Act, ruling it was used improperly during peacetime without due process.

Law

fromAbove the Law

Sam Alito Dissent Would Get Him Cold-Called Into Oblivion In Law School - Above the Law

The Supreme Court showcased skepticism toward the Trump administration's compliance with due process in immigration cases.

fromConde Nast Traveler

What Travelers Should Know Before Entering the US, According to Immigration Experts

CBP has broad authority to search travelers' devices without a warrant, impacting privacy rights.

Travelers should consider using devices with no sensitive data to protect privacy during border crossings.

fromNew York Post

Supreme Court blocks new deportations of Venezuelans in Texas under 18th-century wartime law

The Supreme Court has temporarily halted the deportations of Venezuelans in Texas, citing the need for due process under the law.

Lawyers Warn More Venezuelans to Be Deported Under Alien Enemies Act

ACLU seeks to halt deportations of Venezuelan migrants under wartime law, citing their alleged gang affiliations.

Washington Nationals

Supreme Court blocks, for now, new deportations under 18th century wartime law

Supreme Court halts deportations of Venezuelans in Texas under an 18th-century law.

more#immigration-law

fromTheartnewspaper

Vincent Valdez and KB Brookins picked for ACLU Texas's artist-in-residence programme

Valdez aims to highlight everyday heroes in his New Americans series, instilling a sense of hope with "Know Your Rights" posters, blending art and activism.

Arts

ACLU Sues Trump Administration After Attacks On Head Start Program

ACLU's lawsuit aims to protect Head Start by challenging cuts and policy changes attributed to the Trump administration, asserting they require congressional approval.

ACLU sues to halt Trump administration attacks on Head Start child-care program

The ACLU is suing the Trump administration, claiming unlawful actions to dismantle Head Start without Congressional approval.

Trump Plan to Dismantle Head Start Is Illegal, Lawsuit Argues

ACLU sues Trump administration to protect funding for Head Start, an essential program for early education of disadvantaged children.

fromScary Mommy

ACLU Sues Trump Administration After Attacks On Head Start Program

ACLU's lawsuit aims to protect Head Start by challenging cuts and policy changes attributed to the Trump administration, asserting they require congressional approval.

ACLU sues to halt Trump administration attacks on Head Start child-care program

The ACLU is suing the Trump administration, claiming unlawful actions to dismantle Head Start without Congressional approval.

Trump Plan to Dismantle Head Start Is Illegal, Lawsuit Argues

ACLU sues Trump administration to protect funding for Head Start, an essential program for early education of disadvantaged children.

Lawyers for Mahmoud Khalil seek immediate release on free speech grounds

Khalil's legal team, with ACLU support, challenges Secretary Rubio's decision to arrest him based on alleged noncitizen advocacy for Palestinian rights.

Lawsuit challenges Trump administration crackdown on international students

A class action suit seeks to restore legal status for international students facing deportation due to policy changes under the Trump administration.

US news

Venezuelans subject to removal under wartime act have 12 hours to contest

fromwww.dw.com

US politics

US Supreme Court pauses Trump deportation of Venezuelans DW 04/19/2025

fromAxios

Lawyers for Mahmoud Khalil seek immediate release on free speech grounds

Khalil's legal team, with ACLU support, challenges Secretary Rubio's decision to arrest him based on alleged noncitizen advocacy for Palestinian rights.

Lawsuit challenges Trump administration crackdown on international students

A class action suit seeks to restore legal status for international students facing deportation due to policy changes under the Trump administration.

US news

Venezuelans subject to removal under wartime act have 12 hours to contest

fromwww.dw.com

US politics

US Supreme Court pauses Trump deportation of Venezuelans DW 04/19/2025

Privacy professionals

The ACLU Is Suing the Government to Get Access to DOGE Records

fromEngadget

Privacy professionals

ACLU sues two federal agencies for transparency around DOGE activity

fromWIRED

Privacy professionals

The ACLU Is Suing the Government to Get Access to DOGE Records

fromEngadget

Privacy professionals

ACLU sues two federal agencies for transparency around DOGE activity

ACLU of Indiana Sues DHS Over Revoking Students' Visa Statuses

Students fear deportation after abrupt visa revocation leads to lawsuits for reinstatement and blocking govt. actions.

#free-speech

Right-wing politics

America Needs a New Free Speech Movement

NYC LGBT

Naples Pride sues city after its security costs 'skyrocketed' amid fears of anti-trans protests

Right-wing politics

America Needs a New Free Speech Movement

NYC LGBT

Naples Pride sues city after its security costs 'skyrocketed' amid fears of anti-trans protests

Advocates say flawed 'checklist' targets Venezuelans for deportation under archaic wartime act

The U.S. government is allegedly using unreliable indicators like tattoos to profile Venezuelans as gang members for deportation.

fromThe Atlantic

Defying the Courts Will Backfire

Trump's use of the Alien Enemies Act and subsequent deportations has caused legal and constitutional controversies, drawing criticism from organizations like the ACLU.

Right-wing politics

Trump's Lawless Deportation Machine Should Concern Every American

The Trump administration's use of the Alien Enemies Act has sparked a legal battle amidst allegations of a constitutional crisis.

Advocates say flawed 'checklist' targets Venezuelans for deportation under archaic wartime act

The U.S. government is allegedly using unreliable indicators like tattoos to profile Venezuelans as gang members for deportation.

fromThe Atlantic

Defying the Courts Will Backfire

Trump's use of the Alien Enemies Act and subsequent deportations has caused legal and constitutional controversies, drawing criticism from organizations like the ACLU.

Right-wing politics

Trump's Lawless Deportation Machine Should Concern Every American

The Trump administration's use of the Alien Enemies Act has sparked a legal battle amidst allegations of a constitutional crisis.

more#alien-enemies-act

fromAustin Monitor

New public defenders get pay bump but county struggles to retain experienced attorneys - Austin Monitor

The county's entry-level lawyers are being paid significantly less than their counterparts, impacting the recruitment and retention of qualified public defenders.

Fundraising

The internet at risk: Experts warn of 'scary' threats to digital freedom-and what you can do to fight back

Digital freedoms are under attack, and users must actively defend their rights against threats like surveillance and declining net neutrality.

Arts Groups Sue NEA for New 'Gender Ideology'-Related Grant Restrictions

The NEA's prohibition on 'gender ideology' grants is unconstitutional, undermining artistic expression and harming LGBTQ+ organizations seeking funding.

New Lawsuit Challenges Legality of Trump's Sending Migrants to Guantanamo

The Trump administration's Guantanamo migrant transfer policy faces legal challenges from advocacy groups seeking to block the transfers and question their legality.

EU data protection

fromwww.housingwire.com

fromThe American Conservative

Report: DOGE gains access to confidential HUD records

DOGE's access to sensitive housing discrimination records has sparked significant privacy concerns and legal challenges.

Right-wing politics

Status Panic on the Campus

The ACLU is defending academic freedom against lawsuits aimed at silencing opposition to the Gaza war.

NYC politics

Local advocates are bracing to fight the bill targeting 'sanctuary cities,' calling it unconstitutional

The bill allows the Trump administration to cut funding for sanctuary cities, intensifying deportation efforts and prompting a strong response from immigrant advocates.