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The Declaration of Independence Details “Repeated Injuries” Inflicted by British Monarchy, Trump Has Executed a Similar Playbook

The Founding Fathers declared independence from despotism 250 years ago. Today we’re fighting against similar abuses of power from a wannabe king.

By Johanna Silver

The Declaration of Independence Details “Repeated Injuries” Inflicted by British Monarchy, Trump Has Executed a Similar Playbook

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What’s On The Docket: A 2026 SCOTUS Briefing

‘Tis the season ... to stay ready. A busy Supreme Court term is already underway, with trans rights, redistricting, birthright citizenship, and more on the docket. And this week, Cecillia Wang is...

What’s On The Docket: A 2026 SCOTUS Briefing
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Defending Our Rights Under a Second Trump Administration

A demonstrator holding a sign that says Defend Democracy.

From blocking unconstitutional orders to mobilizing millions, here’s how we're fighting back and what comes next.

Defending Our Rights Under a Second Trump Administration
Yasmin Cader stands on an outdoor stage in front of a brick building, speaking into a microphone and gesturing with papers in her raised hand, while several people stand blurred in the background.

250th Anniversary Marks Moment of Both Commemoration and Reckoning

ACLU deputy executive director reflects on the country’s 250th anniversary and the work that continues today as she enters new role.

By Yasmin Cader

250th Anniversary Marks Moment of Both Commemoration and Reckoning
A demonstrator holding signs advocating for the 14th Amendment at the U.S. Supreme Court in Washington, D.C. for the birthright citizenship case Trump v. Barbara

Supreme Court Rules to Protect Birthright Citizenship in Landmark Case

The Supreme Court ruling held that President Donald Trump’s effort to get rid of birthright citizenship violated the constitution and federal law.

By Cody Wofsy

Supreme Court Rules to Protect Birthright Citizenship in Landmark Case
ACLU National Legal Director Cecillia Wang speaks outside the Supreme Court. A sign on the podium says Protect Birthright Citizenship.

Live Coverage: Birthright Citizenship SCOTUS Decision

The Supreme Court struck down President Trump’s executive order attempting to overturn birthright citizenship. Follow live coverage.

By ACLU

Live Coverage: Birthright Citizenship SCOTUS Decision

Podcast

What’s On The Docket: A 2026 SCOTUS Briefing

‘Tis the season ... to stay ready. A busy Supreme Court term is already underway, with trans rights, redistricting, birthright citizenship, and more on the docket. And this week, Cecillia Wang is...

What’s On The Docket: A 2026 SCOTUS Briefing
See all episodes

Defending Our Rights Under a Second Trump Administration

A demonstrator holding a sign that says Defend Democracy.

From blocking unconstitutional orders to mobilizing millions, here’s how we're fighting back and what comes next.

Defending Our Rights Under a Second Trump Administration

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Jul 02, 2026

Flock Safety Credibility Lost as it Repeatedly Lies to City Councils, Police Departments, and Public Across the Country

The ACLU documents how an automatic license plate reader company has lied about its operations, signaling a need for reputable governments to avoid...

By Jay Stanley, Chad Marlow for Tracking ALPR Cameras

The ACLU documents how an automatic license plate reader company has lied about its operations, signaling a need for reputable governments to avoid...

By Jay Stanley, Chad Marlow for Tracking ALPR Cameras

A solar-powered Flock camera is mounted on a pole beside a busy multi-lane road, with cars and a utility truck driving through the intersection in the background.
A solar-powered Flock camera is mounted on a pole beside a busy multi-lane road, with cars and a utility truck driving through the intersection in the background.
Flock Safety Credibility Lost as it Repeatedly Lies to City Councils, Police Departments, and Public Across the Country
Jun 29, 2026

How to Fight Deployment of Flock and Other Mass Surveillance License Plate Readers in Your Community

The ACLU provides a range of tactics for communities to stop or limit the use of Flock’s ALPR mass surveillance technology

By Chad Marlow, Jay Stanley for Tracking ALPR Cameras

The ACLU provides a range of tactics for communities to stop or limit the use of Flock’s ALPR mass surveillance technology

By Chad Marlow, Jay Stanley for Tracking ALPR Cameras

Rain falls on a residential street, where a red security sign warns "Cameras in Use 24/7 Security, Criminals Will Be Prosecuted, and flock safety." Cars drive down the wet road past houses, trees, sidewalks, and fences in the background.
Rain falls on a residential street, where a red security sign warns "Cameras in Use 24/7 Security, Criminals Will Be Prosecuted, and flock safety." Cars drive down the wet road past houses, trees, sidewalks, and fences in the background.
How to Fight Deployment of Flock and Other Mass Surveillance License Plate Readers in Your Community
Jun 24, 2026

Fight for Abortion Rights Has Turned to States in Years Since Landmark Reproductive Rights Ruling

Four years ago, the Supreme Court struck down the federal right to abortion. Since then, the fight has turned to the states.

By Breanna Diaz

Four years ago, the Supreme Court struck down the federal right to abortion. Since then, the fight has turned to the states.

By Breanna Diaz

Demonstrators holding posters advocating for reproductive freedom outside of the U.S. Supreme Court in Washington, D.C.
Demonstrators holding posters advocating for reproductive freedom outside of the U.S. Supreme Court in Washington, D.C.
Fight for Abortion Rights Has Turned to States in Years Since Landmark Reproductive Rights Ruling
Jun 23, 2026

Recent Court Documents Allege Misconduct in Mahmoud Khalil’s Immigration Case

New evidence reveals the Trump administration worked to seal Mahmoud Khalil’s fate before he ever got his day in court.

By Simon McCormack, Veronica Salama

New evidence reveals the Trump administration worked to seal Mahmoud Khalil’s fate before he ever got his day in court.

By Simon McCormack, Veronica Salama

A photo of Mahmoud Khalil.
A photo of Mahmoud Khalil.
Recent Court Documents Allege Misconduct in Mahmoud Khalil’s Immigration Case
Jun 11, 2026

Hundreds at Delaney Hall Join Detained People Across Country in Hunger Strike Against Inhumane Conditions

Hundreds of people at an immigration facility in New Jersey protested spoiled food, medical neglect, and other inhumane conditions. They were...

By Haddy Gassama

Hundreds of people at an immigration facility in New Jersey protested spoiled food, medical neglect, and other inhumane conditions. They were...

By Haddy Gassama

People hold signs outside the Delaney Hall Detention Facility during a protest against the treatment of detainees; one sign reads "Delaney Hall, we hear your voice cryin’ in the bloody mist," and another says "NO ICE" beneath a skull-and-crossbones drawing, with a masked officer and parked vehicles behind them.
People hold signs outside the Delaney Hall Detention Facility during a protest against the treatment of detainees; one sign reads "Delaney Hall, we hear your voice cryin’ in the bloody mist," and another says "NO ICE" beneath a skull-and-crossbones drawing, with a masked officer and parked vehicles behind them.
Hundreds at Delaney Hall Join Detained People Across Country in Hunger Strike Against Inhumane Conditions
Jun 09, 2026

Trump Administration Playbook Takes Tactics from Lavender Scare of the Cold War

A McCarthy-era effort to report LGBTQ people to the government, classify queerness as a mental disorder, and overall push queer people from public...

By Hanna Stolzer

A McCarthy-era effort to report LGBTQ people to the government, classify queerness as a mental disorder, and overall push queer people from public...

By Hanna Stolzer

Black-and-white photo of an LGBTQ rights picket on a tree-lined sidewalk beside a tall iron fence (near the White House). Protesters—mostly in suits and dresses—carry hand-lettered signs including “FIFTEEN MILLION U.S. HOMOSEXUALS PROTEST FEDERAL TREATMENT,” “FIRST-CLASS CITIZENSHIP FOR HOMOSEXUALS,” and “SEXUAL PREFERENCE IS IRRELEVANT TO EMPLOYMENT.” A uniformed police officer stands with hands on hips facing the group, while an ABC TV reporter in a suit holds a microphone at the curb; pedestrians walk past in the background.
Black-and-white photo of an LGBTQ rights picket on a tree-lined sidewalk beside a tall iron fence (near the White House). Protesters—mostly in suits and dresses—carry hand-lettered signs including “FIFTEEN MILLION U.S. HOMOSEXUALS PROTEST FEDERAL TREATMENT,” “FIRST-CLASS CITIZENSHIP FOR HOMOSEXUALS,” and “SEXUAL PREFERENCE IS IRRELEVANT TO EMPLOYMENT.” A uniformed police officer stands with hands on hips facing the group, while an ABC TV reporter in a suit holds a microphone at the curb; pedestrians walk past in the background.
Trump Administration Playbook Takes Tactics from Lavender Scare of the Cold War
Jun 03, 2026

‘Voting By Mail is My Lifeline’: Voter With Disability Shares Importance of Mail-In Voting

One voter with cerebral palsy shares how Trump’s executive order against mail-in ballots limits voting accessibility and keeps voters with...

By Nick Papadopoulos

One voter with cerebral palsy shares how Trump’s executive order against mail-in ballots limits voting accessibility and keeps voters with...

By Nick Papadopoulos

A mail in ballot placed in mail box.
A mail in ballot placed in mail box.
‘Voting By Mail is My Lifeline’: Voter With Disability Shares Importance of Mail-In Voting
May 29, 2026

Congress Must Preserve Military Women’s Ability to Serve in Ground Combat Roles

After a decade of progress, the Trump administration wants to turn back the clock for women serving in ground combat roles. Congress must act.

By Vania Leveille

After a decade of progress, the Trump administration wants to turn back the clock for women serving in ground combat roles. Congress must act.

By Vania Leveille

A woman Drill Sergeant candidate given instruction by a women Drill Sergeant instructor.
A woman Drill Sergeant candidate given instruction by a women Drill Sergeant instructor.
Congress Must Preserve Military Women’s Ability to Serve in Ground Combat Roles
May 21, 2026

ACLU Calls on Congress to Hold Federal Agents Accountable by Allowing People to Sue Them for Rights Violations

ACLU and partners urged members of Congress during Community Safety Week to pass legislation that allows people to sue federal law enforcement when...

By Nicole Ndumele, Nina Patel

ACLU and partners urged members of Congress during Community Safety Week to pass legislation that allows people to sue federal law enforcement when...

By Nicole Ndumele, Nina Patel

Federal immigration agents in tactical gear tackle a protester to the ground in the snow beside a chain-link fence, while other agents stand nearby in a residential area with houses and a school bus in the background.
Federal immigration agents in tactical gear tackle a protester to the ground in the snow beside a chain-link fence, while other agents stand nearby in a residential area with houses and a school bus in the background.
ACLU Calls on Congress to Hold Federal Agents Accountable by Allowing People to Sue Them for Rights Violations
May 20, 2026

Trump Administration Attack on Southern Poverty Law Center Puts Democracy at Risk

Targeting Southern Poverty Law Center, a major civil rights organization, is the Trump administration's latest effort to punish groups it doesn't...

By Mike Zamore

Targeting Southern Poverty Law Center, a major civil rights organization, is the Trump administration's latest effort to punish groups it doesn't...

By Mike Zamore

Acting Attorney General Todd Blanche during a press conference.
Acting Attorney General Todd Blanche during a press conference.
Trump Administration Attack on Southern Poverty Law Center Puts Democracy at Risk