News & Commentary about Civil Liberties

The ACLU works in courts, legislatures, and communities to defend and preserve the individual rights and liberties that the Constitution and the laws of the United States guarantee everyone in this country.

Jan 13, 2025

Staying Focused on the Fight: How the ACLU is Celebrating 105 Years

Jan 8, 2025

Where FBI Director Nominee Kash Patel Stands on Civil Liberties

Dec 26, 2024

Where Defense Secretary Nominee Pete Hegseth Stands on Civil Liberties

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Dec 10, 2024

We Need to Know More About State Supreme Court Cases

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Nov 7, 2024

Donald Trump Will Return to the White House This Month. The ACLU is Ready.

Nov 6, 2024

We've Seen 105 Years and 19 Presidents. Trump's Gotta Get Past All of Us.

Nov 1, 2024

We're Fighting For Our Freedoms -- No Matter Who is President

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Sep 16, 2024

Know Your Rights Game Show: Home Edition!

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Aug 29, 2024

Project 2025 Promises to Harm Our Communities and Turn Presidents Into Kings. We Won’t Stand for It.

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Aug 28, 2024

Why Kamala Harris Must Break the Cycle of Unlawful and Abusive Government Surveillance