US arrests second student, imposes receivership' on Columbia UniversityThe Trump administration equates student protests with terrorist support, leading to arrests and visa revocation for demonstrators.
Trump promised to keep spying agencies in check. Then he fired the watchdogs he appointedTrump's firings hinder oversight and transparency of U.S. intelligence operations.
DHS Scraps Surveillance Guardrails for Sexual Orientation and Gender IdentityDHS has removed protections against surveillance based on sexual orientation or gender identity, increasing vulnerability for the LGBTQ community.
What's more "American" than the right to protest?The arrest of Mahmoud Khalil raises concerns about the First Amendment and the government's treatment of dissent.
US anti-trans bills getting more extreme, warns charityLegislation targeting LGBTQ+ rights has intensified alarmingly under Trump, with significant spikes in anti-LGBTQ+ bills, especially against trans rights.
Administration Officials Believe Order Lets Immigration Agents Enter Homes Without WarrantsTrump administration's use of an 18th-century law could allow warrantless home entries against undocumented immigrants, challenging civil liberties.
US arrests second student, imposes receivership' on Columbia UniversityThe Trump administration equates student protests with terrorist support, leading to arrests and visa revocation for demonstrators.
Trump promised to keep spying agencies in check. Then he fired the watchdogs he appointedTrump's firings hinder oversight and transparency of U.S. intelligence operations.
DHS Scraps Surveillance Guardrails for Sexual Orientation and Gender IdentityDHS has removed protections against surveillance based on sexual orientation or gender identity, increasing vulnerability for the LGBTQ community.
What's more "American" than the right to protest?The arrest of Mahmoud Khalil raises concerns about the First Amendment and the government's treatment of dissent.
US anti-trans bills getting more extreme, warns charityLegislation targeting LGBTQ+ rights has intensified alarmingly under Trump, with significant spikes in anti-LGBTQ+ bills, especially against trans rights.
Administration Officials Believe Order Lets Immigration Agents Enter Homes Without WarrantsTrump administration's use of an 18th-century law could allow warrantless home entries against undocumented immigrants, challenging civil liberties.
Morning Docket: 04.14.25 - Above the LawDHS's directive for a U.S. citizen lawyer to self-deport reflects troubling issues in immigration law and civil rights.Law firms' withdrawal from pro bono efforts amid political pressures indicates an erosion of commitment to public service.
Judge moves legal case of detained Tufts student to VermontRü Meysa Öztürk's detention is being challenged as unconstitutional, focusing on free speech and due process violations.
Opinion | Don't Roll Your Eyes at Due ProcessRecent treatment of Venezuelan gang suspects lacks due process compared to World War II treatment of Nazis under the Alien Enemies Act.
Morning Docket: 04.14.25 - Above the LawDHS's directive for a U.S. citizen lawyer to self-deport reflects troubling issues in immigration law and civil rights.Law firms' withdrawal from pro bono efforts amid political pressures indicates an erosion of commitment to public service.
Judge moves legal case of detained Tufts student to VermontRü Meysa Öztürk's detention is being challenged as unconstitutional, focusing on free speech and due process violations.
Opinion | Don't Roll Your Eyes at Due ProcessRecent treatment of Venezuelan gang suspects lacks due process compared to World War II treatment of Nazis under the Alien Enemies Act.
"Old Man in a Chair": The COVID-19 pandemic was a carefully orchestrated scheme for global controlCOVID-19 has been exploited by elites to dismantle freedoms and impose a new world order, according to Vernon Coleman.
The Conservative Legal Advocates Working to Kill Trump's TariffsThe Supreme Court's overruling of Chevron signifies a shift toward increased judicial oversight of federal agencies.
Trump Administration Orders Employees to Report "Anti-Christian Bias"The U.S. Department of State's new initiative under Rubio raises concerns about an emerging culture of informants and erosion of civil liberties.
Fossil Fuel Companies Are Silencing Us AllThe Energy Transfer v. Greenpeace case significantly threatens free speech and civil liberties, as illustrated by the hefty damages awarded against Greenpeace.
Big Brother's alive and well in the UK - here's why we have to be vigilant in the USThe arrest of Rose Docherty under the UK's new speech regulations highlights severe limitations on free speech in democracies.
Amid State Abductions, Trump's Fascism Is No Longer Creeping - It's HerePolitical kidnapping of a student highlights severe threats to free speech rights in the U.S.
We Study Repression in Turkey. Now We See It Here.Rumeysa Ozturk's detention raises concerns about civil liberties and the implications of free speech in the U.S.
TikTok at the Supreme CourtThe conflict between free speech and national security is exemplified by the ongoing debate around TikTok and its Chinese ownership.
TikTok Shouldn't Be Banned, But It Still Values Profit Over PrivacyTikTok's brief shutdown ignited discussions about its role in free speech and social movements.Concerns over the app's ownership underline the complexities of digital activism.
Fossil Fuel Companies Are Silencing Us AllThe Energy Transfer v. Greenpeace case significantly threatens free speech and civil liberties, as illustrated by the hefty damages awarded against Greenpeace.
Big Brother's alive and well in the UK - here's why we have to be vigilant in the USThe arrest of Rose Docherty under the UK's new speech regulations highlights severe limitations on free speech in democracies.
Amid State Abductions, Trump's Fascism Is No Longer Creeping - It's HerePolitical kidnapping of a student highlights severe threats to free speech rights in the U.S.
We Study Repression in Turkey. Now We See It Here.Rumeysa Ozturk's detention raises concerns about civil liberties and the implications of free speech in the U.S.
TikTok at the Supreme CourtThe conflict between free speech and national security is exemplified by the ongoing debate around TikTok and its Chinese ownership.
TikTok Shouldn't Be Banned, But It Still Values Profit Over PrivacyTikTok's brief shutdown ignited discussions about its role in free speech and social movements.Concerns over the app's ownership underline the complexities of digital activism.
Tufts Student Held by ICE Asks Court to Return Her Case to MassachusettsGovernment allegedly relocated detained student for favorable court conditions and secrecy.
Chinese People Say Trump Is Acting Exactly Like Chairman MaoComparisons are being drawn between Trump's second term and China's Cultural Revolution, emphasizing concerns over authoritarianism and political control.
Vilified, arrested, held incommunicado: that's the price of protest in Britain today | George MonbiotAuthoritarian tactics increasingly used against peaceful protests reflect a disturbing trend in policing and governance across nations.
Chinese People Say Trump Is Acting Exactly Like Chairman MaoComparisons are being drawn between Trump's second term and China's Cultural Revolution, emphasizing concerns over authoritarianism and political control.
Vilified, arrested, held incommunicado: that's the price of protest in Britain today | George MonbiotAuthoritarian tactics increasingly used against peaceful protests reflect a disturbing trend in policing and governance across nations.
Are You Being Tracked Without A Warrant? How Tools Like Locate X Threaten Your Privacy - FODMAP EverydayLocate X enables government agencies to monitor device movements without warrants, raising significant privacy concerns.
In Memoriam: Mark Klein, AT&T Whistleblower Who Revealed NSA Mass SpyingMark Klein was a hero who exposed illegal NSA spying, risking personal safety to defend civil liberties.
Trump's Spy Chief Urged to Declassify Details of Secret Surveillance ProgramThe new surveillance provision raises severe privacy concerns, according to Senator Wyden.Transparency in surveillance practices is essential to protect civil liberties.The ACLU urges declassification to limit NSA's sweeping authority.Privacy experts challenge intelligence claims regarding wiretap estimations.
As Suppression of Dissent Increases, Know Your Rights If the FBI Comes KnockingThe FBI's visit to activist Mara Sapon-Shevin highlights growing pressures against pro-Palestinian advocacy in the U.S.
Civil liberties groups urge spy chief to declassify parts of contested surveillance programThe legality and transparency of Section 702 surveillance practices remain contentious, necessitating greater accountability from intelligence agencies.
Fresh Threats to Privacy Around the Globe | EFFector 37.2EFF is essential for staying informed about civil liberties and human rights in the digital realm.
Are You Being Tracked Without A Warrant? How Tools Like Locate X Threaten Your Privacy - FODMAP EverydayLocate X enables government agencies to monitor device movements without warrants, raising significant privacy concerns.
In Memoriam: Mark Klein, AT&T Whistleblower Who Revealed NSA Mass SpyingMark Klein was a hero who exposed illegal NSA spying, risking personal safety to defend civil liberties.
Trump's Spy Chief Urged to Declassify Details of Secret Surveillance ProgramThe new surveillance provision raises severe privacy concerns, according to Senator Wyden.Transparency in surveillance practices is essential to protect civil liberties.The ACLU urges declassification to limit NSA's sweeping authority.Privacy experts challenge intelligence claims regarding wiretap estimations.
As Suppression of Dissent Increases, Know Your Rights If the FBI Comes KnockingThe FBI's visit to activist Mara Sapon-Shevin highlights growing pressures against pro-Palestinian advocacy in the U.S.
Civil liberties groups urge spy chief to declassify parts of contested surveillance programThe legality and transparency of Section 702 surveillance practices remain contentious, necessitating greater accountability from intelligence agencies.
Fresh Threats to Privacy Around the Globe | EFFector 37.2EFF is essential for staying informed about civil liberties and human rights in the digital realm.
The US Is Now in the Human-Trafficking BusinessThe Trump administration has faced backlash for deporting Venezuelan immigrants to a Salvadoran mega-prison, challenging civil liberties and judicial orders.
Mahmoud Khalil, Viewed From the RightKhalil's possible deportation raises serious First Amendment concerns regarding political speech protections for alien residents.
The Alien Enemies Act: What to know about a 1798 law that Trump has invoked for deportationsThe article discusses the implications of the Trump administration's use of the Alien Enemies Act for deporting alleged gang members without judicial oversight.
The US Is Now in the Human-Trafficking BusinessThe Trump administration has faced backlash for deporting Venezuelan immigrants to a Salvadoran mega-prison, challenging civil liberties and judicial orders.
Mahmoud Khalil, Viewed From the RightKhalil's possible deportation raises serious First Amendment concerns regarding political speech protections for alien residents.
The Alien Enemies Act: What to know about a 1798 law that Trump has invoked for deportationsThe article discusses the implications of the Trump administration's use of the Alien Enemies Act for deporting alleged gang members without judicial oversight.
Mahmoud Khalil, student leader of Columbia protests, arrestedMahmoud Khalil, a Palestinian graduate student, was arrested by ICE, raising concerns over civil liberties and political activism rights in the U.S.
Announcing EFF's New Exhibit on Border Surveillance and Accompanying EventsEFF's exhibit at Angel Island aims to illuminate border surveillance technology and its implications for privacy.
Mahmoud Khalil, student leader of Columbia protests, arrestedMahmoud Khalil, a Palestinian graduate student, was arrested by ICE, raising concerns over civil liberties and political activism rights in the U.S.
Announcing EFF's New Exhibit on Border Surveillance and Accompanying EventsEFF's exhibit at Angel Island aims to illuminate border surveillance technology and its implications for privacy.
There Couldn't Be a Worse Time for a Mask BanNew York's 'masked harassment' bill signals cautious shifts in masking laws amid social tensions and advocacy pushback.
APD gets temporary extension of license plate reader program - Austin MonitorThe Austin Police Department's license plate reader program continues until June pending further evaluation.Debate exists over public safety versus potential civil liberties violations regarding police data collection.
There Couldn't Be a Worse Time for a Mask BanNew York's 'masked harassment' bill signals cautious shifts in masking laws amid social tensions and advocacy pushback.
APD gets temporary extension of license plate reader program - Austin MonitorThe Austin Police Department's license plate reader program continues until June pending further evaluation.Debate exists over public safety versus potential civil liberties violations regarding police data collection.
Three bills that threaten the rights of sex workers-and civil rights in general - 48 hillsThe criminalization of prostitution is the primary driver of forced labor in the sex industry.
What to Know About the New Policy on Passport Gender MarkersThe US Department of State has stopped issuing passports with 'X' markers for unspecified gender identities.
As Hungary bans Pride events, critics fear Russian influence DW 03/22/2025The Hungarian government allows neo-Nazi marches while suppressing LGBTQ events, revealing a double standard in its treatment of public demonstrations.
What to Know About the New Policy on Passport Gender MarkersThe US Department of State has stopped issuing passports with 'X' markers for unspecified gender identities.
As Hungary bans Pride events, critics fear Russian influence DW 03/22/2025The Hungarian government allows neo-Nazi marches while suppressing LGBTQ events, revealing a double standard in its treatment of public demonstrations.
Two Members of Privacy Watchdog, Summarily Fired by Trump, File LawsuitTrump's terminations of civil liberties board members face legal challenges as former officials sue for reinstatement.
Opinion | Trump's Imaginary Emergencies Are Doing Real DamageTrump's national security initiatives lack an actual threat, raising concerns about civil liberties and legal implications.
Two Members of Privacy Watchdog, Summarily Fired by Trump, File LawsuitTrump's terminations of civil liberties board members face legal challenges as former officials sue for reinstatement.
Opinion | Trump's Imaginary Emergencies Are Doing Real DamageTrump's national security initiatives lack an actual threat, raising concerns about civil liberties and legal implications.
Hollywood's Latest Conservatorship BattleWendy Williams is actively seeking freedom from a restrictive guardianship that controls her daily life and basic liberties.
Italy one of five dismantlers' causing democratic recession' in Europe, report saysItaly's government is undermining the rule of law and exhibiting intolerance towards media, exemplifying Europe's democratic decline.
UK's secret iCloud backdoor order triggers civil rights challenge | TechCrunchThe U.K. government's demand for Apple to compromise iCloud encryption faces challenges from civil rights groups citing privacy concerns.
US chides UK for seeking encryption backdoorUS official criticizes UK for pressuring Apple on encryption backdoor, citing potential risks to American privacy and security.
UK's secret iCloud backdoor order triggers civil rights challenge | TechCrunchThe U.K. government's demand for Apple to compromise iCloud encryption faces challenges from civil rights groups citing privacy concerns.
US chides UK for seeking encryption backdoorUS official criticizes UK for pressuring Apple on encryption backdoor, citing potential risks to American privacy and security.
Journalists launch legal action against Italian government over spyware claimsItaly's government faces allegations of using spyware against critics, prompting a legal complaint from journalists and raising concerns about state secrecy and accountability.
EFF to NSF: AI Action Plan Must Put People FirstThe new administration's AI executive order aims to promote innovation while ensuring transparency and accountability in AI technologies.
Journalists launch legal action against Italian government over spyware claimsItaly's government faces allegations of using spyware against critics, prompting a legal complaint from journalists and raising concerns about state secrecy and accountability.
EFF to NSF: AI Action Plan Must Put People FirstThe new administration's AI executive order aims to promote innovation while ensuring transparency and accountability in AI technologies.
We Are Asking the Wrong Questions About Mahmoud Khalil's ArrestGovernment actions against citizens can occur due to a monopoly of force, raising questions about authority and legality.
Driving licence data could be used for police facial recognition | Computer WeeklyThe UK government's Crime and Policing Bill could turn the driving licence database into a facial recognition tool accessible by police.
We Are Asking the Wrong Questions About Mahmoud Khalil's ArrestGovernment actions against citizens can occur due to a monopoly of force, raising questions about authority and legality.
Driving licence data could be used for police facial recognition | Computer WeeklyThe UK government's Crime and Policing Bill could turn the driving licence database into a facial recognition tool accessible by police.
Among American Jews, a Schism Over ICE Arrest of Columbia ActivistThe arrest of Mahmoud Khalil has sparked division within the American Jewish community regarding the balance between Jewish safety and civil liberties.
The Take It Down Act isn't a law, it's a weaponThe Take It Down Act aims to criminalize nonconsensual intimate imagery but poses risks of abuse by corrupt political forces.
How State Tech Policies in 2024 Set the Stage for 2025State governments are pivotal in tech policy, moving faster than federal authorities to regulate technology.
Tory MP's bill to ban marriage between cousins is damaging' and unenforceable'A proposed ban on cousin marriage could negatively impact civil liberties and public health education efforts.
The Take It Down Act isn't a law, it's a weaponThe Take It Down Act aims to criminalize nonconsensual intimate imagery but poses risks of abuse by corrupt political forces.
How State Tech Policies in 2024 Set the Stage for 2025State governments are pivotal in tech policy, moving faster than federal authorities to regulate technology.
Tory MP's bill to ban marriage between cousins is damaging' and unenforceable'A proposed ban on cousin marriage could negatively impact civil liberties and public health education efforts.
The Judicial Conference Should Continue to Liberally Allow Amicus Briefs, a Critical Advocacy ToolAmicus briefs play a crucial role in legal matters, but proposed changes to filing rules could limit their submission.
A Half Century of Failure to Reform the FBI Has Gifted Patel With Alarming PowerKash Patel's confirmation as FBI director signals a potential shift towards targeting progressive movements under the guise of preventing political persecution.
Trump's FBI pick opposes warrant requirement for contested spying powerKash Patel reversed his stance on Section 702 reform, deeming warrant requirements incompatible with national security needs.
A Half Century of Failure to Reform the FBI Has Gifted Patel With Alarming PowerKash Patel's confirmation as FBI director signals a potential shift towards targeting progressive movements under the guise of preventing political persecution.
Trump's FBI pick opposes warrant requirement for contested spying powerKash Patel reversed his stance on Section 702 reform, deeming warrant requirements incompatible with national security needs.
Most charges against Gaza protesters dismissed but intent is to scare people'Most charges against pro-Palestinian protesters in the US have been dismissed, suggesting police tactics aim to deter dissent rather than prosecute.
Revised terror laws will not include disruptive protest, says No 10The review of terrorism laws will not include non-violent protests, focusing instead on extreme violence intended to terrorize.
Student hit by car at anti-government protest in BelgradeThe protests reflect widespread youth discontent over corruption and abuses in Serbia.
Most charges against Gaza protesters dismissed but intent is to scare people'Most charges against pro-Palestinian protesters in the US have been dismissed, suggesting police tactics aim to deter dissent rather than prosecute.
Revised terror laws will not include disruptive protest, says No 10The review of terrorism laws will not include non-violent protests, focusing instead on extreme violence intended to terrorize.
Student hit by car at anti-government protest in BelgradeThe protests reflect widespread youth discontent over corruption and abuses in Serbia.
Trump is unleashing sadism upon the world. But we cannot get overwhelmed | Judith ButlerTrump's executive orders reveal a strategy of testing societal limits on authority and power, promoting a sense of shamelessness and sadism.
Five years in prison for nonviolent protest: it's plain wrong, and Keir Starmer knows it | Caroline LucasSentences for Just Stop Oil activists are the harshest ever for peaceful protest in Britain, highlighting a worrying trend towards oppression.
Independent Watchdog, in Trump's Cross Hairs, Scrutinizes Terrorism Watch ListThe federal government must reform its terrorism watch list to protect civil liberties.
TSA's facial recognition tech is highly accurate, review saysBiometric technologies for identity verification at U.S. airports are over 99% accurate, but concerns about bias and civil liberties persist.
The Free-Speech War Inside the ACLUThe ACLU has been criticized for departing from its core mission of neutral civil liberties advocacy towards a focus on social justice and political agendas.
We are ready': the ACLU is prepared to fight Trump's attacks on civil libertiesThe ACLU is prepared to fight against potential abuses of power by Trump during his second presidency.
The Free-Speech War Inside the ACLUThe ACLU has been criticized for departing from its core mission of neutral civil liberties advocacy towards a focus on social justice and political agendas.
We are ready': the ACLU is prepared to fight Trump's attacks on civil libertiesThe ACLU is prepared to fight against potential abuses of power by Trump during his second presidency.
Nancy Mace and Jasmine Crockett clash in heated trans debateNancy Mace faced backlash for her comments on trans rights during a heated debate with Jasmine Crockett.
Tulsi Gabbard Reassures GOP Senators by Backing Key Spying Tactic She Sought to Repeal as a DemocratGabbard emphasizes the importance of Section 702 for national security while promising to protect civil liberties, highlighting her evolving stance.
Lawmakers call for a review of TSA's biometric and AI useCongress is reviewing TSA's use of AI and biometrics to ensure security while protecting civil liberties.