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EU data protection
fromIrish Independent
3 weeks ago

Government fined 550,000 by privacy regulator and warned over facial scans for Public Services Card

The Government's biometric database, tied to the Public Services Card, raises significant privacy concerns amid legal scrutiny and civil liberties group opposition.
fromTruthout
2 weeks ago
Digital life

Trump Admin and Allies Work to Create One Big Beautiful Database of Surveillance

EU data protection
fromIrish Independent
3 weeks ago

Government fined 550,000 by privacy regulator and warned over facial scans for Public Services Card

The Government's biometric database, tied to the Public Services Card, raises significant privacy concerns amid legal scrutiny and civil liberties group opposition.
fromTruthout
2 weeks ago
Digital life

Trump Admin and Allies Work to Create One Big Beautiful Database of Surveillance

#trump-administration
US Elections
fromwww.esquire.com
3 weeks ago

Cities Are Preparing for Government Responses to Upcoming Protests

Trump's administration is militarizing domestic spaces, deploying troops traditionally trained for foreign conflicts to U.S. cities, raising concerns of authoritarianism.
US news
fromwww.npr.org
2 months ago

Trump expands military use at the southern border. Are there legal limits?

Trump's immigration policies challenge the Posse Comitatus Act, testing its limits on military involvement in law enforcement.
SF politics
fromsfist.com
3 weeks ago

California Senator Alex Padilla Forcibly Removed From Kristi Noem Event In LA By Federal Goons

The forcible removal of Senator Padilla raises serious concerns about government accountability and the militarization of federal responses to dissent.
US politics
fromSlate Magazine
1 month ago

The Biggest Sign That Trump May Already Be an Elected Autocrat

Prolonged detention of Rumeysa Ozturk illustrates the concerns about free speech under Trump’s administration.
US politics
fromwww.npr.org
1 month ago

Can Trump suspend habeas corpus?

Habeas corpus is critical for protecting against illegal detention, and its suspension by the Trump administration raises significant constitutional and civil rights issues.
US politics
fromwww.mercurynews.com
4 weeks ago

Feldman: Trump's National Guard deployment to L.A. is a threat to democracy

Trump's National Guard deployment in California threatens democratic principles by undermining civilian law enforcement and infringing upon constitutional rights.
US Elections
fromwww.esquire.com
3 weeks ago

Cities Are Preparing for Government Responses to Upcoming Protests

Trump's administration is militarizing domestic spaces, deploying troops traditionally trained for foreign conflicts to U.S. cities, raising concerns of authoritarianism.
US news
fromwww.npr.org
2 months ago

Trump expands military use at the southern border. Are there legal limits?

Trump's immigration policies challenge the Posse Comitatus Act, testing its limits on military involvement in law enforcement.
SF politics
fromsfist.com
3 weeks ago

California Senator Alex Padilla Forcibly Removed From Kristi Noem Event In LA By Federal Goons

The forcible removal of Senator Padilla raises serious concerns about government accountability and the militarization of federal responses to dissent.
US politics
fromSlate Magazine
1 month ago

The Biggest Sign That Trump May Already Be an Elected Autocrat

Prolonged detention of Rumeysa Ozturk illustrates the concerns about free speech under Trump’s administration.
US politics
fromwww.npr.org
1 month ago

Can Trump suspend habeas corpus?

Habeas corpus is critical for protecting against illegal detention, and its suspension by the Trump administration raises significant constitutional and civil rights issues.
US politics
fromwww.mercurynews.com
4 weeks ago

Feldman: Trump's National Guard deployment to L.A. is a threat to democracy

Trump's National Guard deployment in California threatens democratic principles by undermining civilian law enforcement and infringing upon constitutional rights.
#palestine-action
#national-security
fromwww.npr.org
5 days ago

17 everyday people share what freedom means to them in today's America

Freedom is when something that used to scare you doesn't scare you anymore. Most Americans live in fear of falling into poverty, getting sick, and losing bodily autonomy.
US news
#public-protest
Left-wing politics
fromTruthout
3 weeks ago

Military Crackdown on LA Protests Portends Further Erosion of Everyone's Rights

Public protests are becoming increasingly suppressed by military responses, revealing a shift in how dissent is managed in the U.S.
Left-wing politics
fromTruthout
3 weeks ago

Military Crackdown on LA Protests Portends Further Erosion of Everyone's Rights

Public protests are becoming increasingly suppressed by military responses, revealing a shift in how dissent is managed in the U.S.
#hong-kong
#democracy
US politics
fromAdvocate.com
3 weeks ago

Sen. Padilla and our diminishing democracy are violently slammed to the ground and cuffed by Trump's regime

The violent removal of Sen. Alex Padilla from a press conference exemplifies a troubling disregard for democratic processes and civil discourse.
Right-wing politics
fromOpen Culture
1 month ago

They Study Authoritarianism. And They're Leaving the U.S.: Why Three Yale Professors Have Moved to U. Toronto

Yale professors are leaving the U.S. due to perceived threats to democracy and civil liberties.
US politics
fromAdvocate.com
3 weeks ago

Sen. Padilla and our diminishing democracy are violently slammed to the ground and cuffed by Trump's regime

The violent removal of Sen. Alex Padilla from a press conference exemplifies a troubling disregard for democratic processes and civil discourse.
Right-wing politics
fromOpen Culture
1 month ago

They Study Authoritarianism. And They're Leaving the U.S.: Why Three Yale Professors Have Moved to U. Toronto

Yale professors are leaving the U.S. due to perceived threats to democracy and civil liberties.
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 week ago

Palestine Action spraying paint is not terrorism. As ministers abuse their powers, I feel a duty to speak out | Juliet Stevenson

The continued silence of our elected officials regarding humanitarian intervention in Gaza symbolizes a widespread failure to respond to public demand for change.
Social justice
#hungary
#human-rights
#immigration
#freedom-of-expression
World politics
fromwww.aljazeera.com
1 month ago

Restricted': Nearly 7 billion people worldwide lack full civil rights

Democracy and human rights are facing unprecedented global threats, with only a small fraction of countries upholding civil liberties.
fromwww.cbc.ca
2 weeks ago
Toronto startup

CCLA launches Charter challenge against bubble zone protest bylaw in Vaughan, Ont. | CBC News

World politics
fromwww.aljazeera.com
1 month ago

Restricted': Nearly 7 billion people worldwide lack full civil rights

Democracy and human rights are facing unprecedented global threats, with only a small fraction of countries upholding civil liberties.
fromwww.cbc.ca
2 weeks ago
Toronto startup

CCLA launches Charter challenge against bubble zone protest bylaw in Vaughan, Ont. | CBC News

#politics
US politics
fromSlate Magazine
3 weeks ago

There's a Darker Purpose Behind Trump's Latest Law Enforcement Against Political Foes

Senator Alex Padilla's arrest during a press conference raises alarming questions about government treatment of dissent and marginalized individuals.
US politics
fromSlate Magazine
3 weeks ago

There's a Darker Purpose Behind Trump's Latest Law Enforcement Against Political Foes

Senator Alex Padilla's arrest during a press conference raises alarming questions about government treatment of dissent and marginalized individuals.
fromwww.aljazeera.com
2 weeks ago

India forcibly sterilised 8m men: One village remembers, 50 years later

Deenu recalled, 'We saved this village by our sacrifice.' He reflects on the forced sterilizations, emphasizing the necessity for sacrifice during a time of crisis.
Right-wing politics
#homelessness
NYC politics
fromwww.nytimes.com
2 months ago

Overlooked No More: Joyce Brown, Whose Struggle Redefined the Rights of the Homeless

Joyce Brown's legal battle highlighted the rights of homeless individuals against involuntary psychiatric treatment.
NYC politics
fromwww.nytimes.com
2 months ago

Overlooked No More: Joyce Brown, Whose Struggle Redefined the Rights of the Homeless

Joyce Brown's legal battle highlighted the rights of homeless individuals against involuntary psychiatric treatment.
fromBoston.com
2 weeks ago

Judge in Boston says government can't limit passport sex markers for many transgender, nonbinary people

"The ruling from U.S. District Judge Julia Kobick allows transgender or nonbinary individuals to request a male, female, or 'X' marker on their passports."
US news
fromThe Nation
3 weeks ago

Abolishing ICE Is the Bare Minimum

Lander's detainment highlights the aggressive tactics of ICE, casting doubt on their jurisdiction and raising fears of broader implications for the community.
NYC politics
#trump
US news
fromwww.nytimes.com
4 weeks ago

Trump Says Protesters at Military Parade Will Be Met With Very Big Force'

Trump threatens force against protesters during a military parade, conflating peaceful demonstrations with violent actions.
US news
fromwww.nytimes.com
4 weeks ago

Trump Says Protesters at Military Parade Will Be Met With Very Big Force'

Trump threatens force against protesters during a military parade, conflating peaceful demonstrations with violent actions.
Washington DC
fromenglish.elpais.com
3 weeks ago

Trump's military parade and the No Kings' protests: Everything you need to know about this Saturday

The weekend features a military parade and nationwide protests against Trump’s policies, reflecting deep societal divisions.
#surveillance
Los Angeles
fromwww.theguardian.com
3 weeks ago

US immigration agency flies drones capable of surveillance over LA protests

Customs and Border Protection is utilizing drones for aerial support during protests in Los Angeles, claiming it's for officer safety, not monitoring First Amendment activities.
US politics
fromwww.npr.org
3 weeks ago

Denounced by GOP lawmakers, blue state governors defend immigration policies

The House committee hearing showcased stark divisions in immigration policy perspectives between Republicans and Democrats, reflecting broader national tensions.
NYC politics
fromGothamist
3 weeks ago

The NYPD is being monitored at anti-ICE protests after recent George Floyd settlement

DOI is monitoring NYPD's protest responses due to a past settlement over alleged police misconduct during 2020 demonstrations.
fromwww.cbc.ca
3 weeks ago

ANALYSIS | Are there 'snooping provisions' in Carney's massive border bill? | CBC News

Conservative MP Michelle Rempel Garner said C-2 includes "snooping provisions" that are "a massive poison pill."
Canada news
#free-speech
US news
fromwww.aljazeera.com
3 weeks ago

Judge rules Trump cannot use foreign policy claim to deport Mahmoud Khalil

The ruling weakens the U.S. government's case against Mahmoud Khalil's detention and affirms the importance of free speech rights.
#environmental-advocacy
Germany news
fromThe Local Germany
1 month ago

Today in Germany: A roundup of the latest news on Tuesday

Germany's new border policy rejecting asylum seekers without proper checks is ruled illegal by court.
Civil liberties in Germany are increasingly under threat, with concerns over freedom of speech and assembly.
#law-enforcement
Law
fromSlate Magazine
1 month ago

Trump's New Favorite Law for Criminalizing His Opponents

Federal prosecutors are using Section 111 to silence political dissent rather than just to protect federal officials.
Law
fromSlate Magazine
1 month ago

Trump's New Favorite Law for Criminalizing His Opponents

Federal prosecutors are using Section 111 to silence political dissent rather than just to protect federal officials.
Business intelligence
fromFlowingData
1 month ago

Marketplace for government agencies to buy all the personal data about Americans

The U.S. Intelligence Community is launching a centralized data purchasing platform, raising concerns over privacy and surveillance.
US politics
fromwww.amny.com
1 month ago

Survey says fraught political moment explains bump in law school applicants | amNewYork

Law school applications are rising due to a surge in political engagement among pre-law students influenced by recent political events.
fromElectronic Frontier Foundation
1 month ago

Please Drone Responsibly: C-UAS Legislation Needs Civil Liberties Safeguards

Congress has the opportunity to create balanced drone legislation that safeguards personal rights, ensuring that C-UAS authorities are not misused by law enforcement.
Privacy professionals
Privacy professionals
fromEpicenter NYC
1 month ago

What to do with your cell phone at U.S. borders (yes, even citizens) - Epicenter NYC

Heightened security at U.S. borders has caused concern among certain professions regarding civil liberties and the right to privacy.
fromwww.mediaite.com
1 month ago

Mini Dictators': Comic Dave Smith Says Covid Lockdown Governors' Should Be on Trial at The Hague

All the lockdown governors are, are just, you know, should be in the Hague. Like, you don't, I don't care. I don't care if there was a vote.
Coronavirus
fromElectronic Frontier Foundation
2 months ago

Nominations Open for 2025 EFF Awards!

Nominations for the 2025 EFF Awards are open until May 23, celebrating leaders in the fight for online freedom and innovation over three decades.
European startups
Social justice
frombrooklyneagle.com
2 months ago

Susan Herman reflects on RBG's legacy during fireside chat at Appellate Division

Professor Susan Herman emphasizes the enduring legacy of Justice Ruth Bader Ginsburg in advocating for civil liberties and women's rights.
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