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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 PlaybookPodcast
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.
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
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
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 DecisionPodcast
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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Devin Nunes’ Cow Has a First Amendment Right to Call Rep. Nunes a ‘Treasonous Cowpoke’
Rep. Nunes may not like these characterizations, but the First Amendment vigorously protects the right to use creative expressions of contempt when...
By Brian Hauss
Rep. Nunes may not like these characterizations, but the First Amendment vigorously protects the right to use creative expressions of contempt when...
By Brian Hauss
The Battle for Abortion Access Is In the States
Even after a year of brutal attacks, we’re putting wins on the board.
By Jessica Arons
Even after a year of brutal attacks, we’re putting wins on the board.
By Jessica Arons
In 2019, We Fought Across the Country to Dismantle Mass Incarceration. We Won on Multiple Fronts.
In statehouses across the country, the consensus was clear: it's time we fix our broken criminal legal system.
In statehouses across the country, the consensus was clear: it's time we fix our broken criminal legal system.
Three Ways the “Fairness for All Act” Doesn’t Protect LGBTQ People from Discrimination
The Equality Act is the only bill before Congress with bipartisan support and comprehensive protections for LGBTQ people.
By Ian S. Thompson
The Equality Act is the only bill before Congress with bipartisan support and comprehensive protections for LGBTQ people.
By Ian S. Thompson
Immigrants have been Denied Due Process for Years. In New England, that’s about to Change.
In Massachusetts, our litigation means hundreds of immigrants are now entitled to fair bond hearings.
By Matthew Segal
In Massachusetts, our litigation means hundreds of immigrants are now entitled to fair bond hearings.
By Matthew Segal
Under Attack by Trump, Immigrant Justice is Advancing in the States
In 2019, state and local officials got the message: Our communities must and will fight back.
By Naureen Shah
In 2019, state and local officials got the message: Our communities must and will fight back.
By Naureen Shah
Why Incarceration Doesn't Reduce Violence
Mass incarceration in the U.S. is an indisputable fact, but most reforms focus on nonviolent offenses. As uncomfortable as it may be, we can't dismantle mass incarceration without changing the way we think about, talk about, and respond to violence. At Liberty spoke with Danielle Sered, who is...
Mass incarceration in the U.S. is an indisputable fact, but most reforms focus on nonviolent offenses. As uncomfortable as it may be, we can't dismantle mass incarceration without changing the way we think about, talk about, and respond to violence. At Liberty spoke with Danielle Sered, who is...
A Border Officer Told Me I Couldn’t Opt Out of the Face Recognition Scan. They Were Wrong.
If I, carrying all the privilege of a white ACLU lawyer, could not opt-out of the invasive technology, what chance do other travelers — and...
By Shaw Drake
If I, carrying all the privilege of a white ACLU lawyer, could not opt-out of the invasive technology, what chance do other travelers — and...
By Shaw Drake
Senators Reveal Their Plans to Protect Consumer Privacy Online
The bills are likely to set the tone for much-anticipated final legislation safeguarding our privacy rights online.
By Neema Singh Guliani, Kate Ruane
The bills are likely to set the tone for much-anticipated final legislation safeguarding our privacy rights online.
By Neema Singh Guliani, Kate Ruane
How the ACLU Won the Largest Mass Acquittal in American History
In May 1971, the Nixon administration cracked down unconstitutionally on a massive anti-Vietnam War protest with the largest mass arrests in U.S....
By Aryeh Neier
In May 1971, the Nixon administration cracked down unconstitutionally on a massive anti-Vietnam War protest with the largest mass arrests in U.S....
By Aryeh Neier
