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Trump is Attacking a Crucial Fair Housing Rule that Protects Against Discrimination
The disparate impact rule is a long-held housing protection for survivors of domestic violence, women of color and other marginalized groups. The Department of Housing and Urban Development has announced plans to end the policy.
By Linda Morris, Ashley Johnson
Trump is Attacking a Crucial Fair Housing Rule that Protects Against DiscriminationPodcast
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...
Defending Our Rights Under a Second Trump Administration
From blocking unconstitutional orders to mobilizing millions, here’s how we're fighting back and what comes next.
A Sunday at an Idaho Racetrack Ended in a Mass Immigration Raid. Hundreds Faced Cruel Detention Practices.
More than 200 federal, state, and local law enforcement launched an unlawful and discriminatory immigration raid in Wilder, Idaho.
By Lisa Francois
A Sunday at an Idaho Racetrack Ended in a Mass Immigration Raid. Hundreds Faced Cruel Detention Practices.
Trump’s Firing of Noem Signals Need for New Vision on Immigration
With the Department of Homeland Security losing Kristi Noem as secretary and facing a funding crisis, lawmakers have a unique opportunity to advance a new path forward for immigration.
By Naureen Shah
Trump’s Firing of Noem Signals Need for New Vision on Immigration
Your Questions Answered: Can Congress Stop President Trump's Illegal War Against Iran?
Amid President Donald Trump's unconstitutional war against Iran, ACLU experts break down who has the power to declare war — and how Congress can assert its war powers.
By Christopher Anders
Your Questions Answered: Can Congress Stop President Trump's Illegal War Against Iran?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...
Defending Our Rights Under a Second Trump Administration
From blocking unconstitutional orders to mobilizing millions, here’s how we're fighting back and what comes next.
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State Senator Sarah McBride on Making History and Affirming Trans Lives
The 2020 election was a historic year for lawmakers who identify as transgender; voters across the country elected six trans lawmakers to state office. Sarah McBride, was one of those lawmakers. Elected as a State Senator for Delaware’s first district, Sarah is now the highest ranking trans...
The 2020 election was a historic year for lawmakers who identify as transgender; voters across the country elected six trans lawmakers to state office. Sarah McBride, was one of those lawmakers. Elected as a State Senator for Delaware’s first district, Sarah is now the highest ranking trans...
The Racial Wealth Gap is a Civil Liberties Issue
The fact that the racial and economic oppression of Black Americans are two sides of the same coin is something we too often are reminded of.
By Rakim Brooks
The fact that the racial and economic oppression of Black Americans are two sides of the same coin is something we too often are reminded of.
By Rakim Brooks
A New String of State Bills Could Give Religious Organizations Blanket Immunity from Any Wrongdoing
New legislation in states across the country could shield religious organizations from all civil and criminal liability.
By Heather L. Weaver, Daniel Mach
New legislation in states across the country could shield religious organizations from all civil and criminal liability.
By Heather L. Weaver, Daniel Mach
One Key Reform Can Fight Voter Suppression
We need a renewed commitment to democracy itself, and to the basic principle that every individual should count equally in our political processes.
By Dale Ho
We need a renewed commitment to democracy itself, and to the basic principle that every individual should count equally in our political processes.
By Dale Ho
Meet the Activists Fighting to Free People from LA Jails
Nalya Rodriguez and Michael Saavedra share how their personal experiences with the criminal legal system help to shape a movement for change.
By Leila Rafei
Nalya Rodriguez and Michael Saavedra share how their personal experiences with the criminal legal system help to shape a movement for change.
By Leila Rafei
Congress Shouldn’t Be Fenced Off to the People it Represents
The Capitol buildings and grounds are quintessential places for free speech and protest, accessible by people from all walks of life. Permanently...
By Kate Oh
The Capitol buildings and grounds are quintessential places for free speech and protest, accessible by people from all walks of life. Permanently...
By Kate Oh
Activist Amanda Nguyen on the Rise of Attacks on Asian Americans
Welcome to March! This month, in honor of women’s history month, we are featuring conversations with women and non-binary leaders who are working to address issues in their communities. This week, we’re speaking with Amanda Nguyen.
Welcome to March! This month, in honor of women’s history month, we are featuring conversations with women and non-binary leaders who are working to address issues in their communities. This week, we’re speaking with Amanda Nguyen.
Robot Police Dogs are Here. Should We be Worried?
The deployment of advanced technologies like robots often happens faster than our legal systems can adjust. We need clear policies, transparency,...
By Jay Stanley
The deployment of advanced technologies like robots often happens faster than our legal systems can adjust. We need clear policies, transparency,...
By Jay Stanley
Meet Deborah Archer, ACLU National Board President
Civil rights lawyer, scholar, and law professor.
By ACLU
Civil rights lawyer, scholar, and law professor.
By ACLU
To Combat Inequitable Vaccine Access, Look to the Numbers
Social vulnerability data is key to intentionally increasing vaccine access to those who need it most.
By Leah Watson
Social vulnerability data is key to intentionally increasing vaccine access to those who need it most.
By Leah Watson
