N.Y.P.D. Supervisors Fail to Rein in Illegal Searches, Monitor SaysUnlawful police stops by anti-crime units in NYC significantly outpace regular patrols, highlighting systemic issues within the N.Y.P.D.
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Man arrested with guns outside Trump rally sues Riverside County sheriff for defamationVem Miller sued the Riverside County sheriff for defamation and violation of rights after being arrested with guns at a Trump rally.
Correctional officer charged with civil rights violationsA correctional officer was charged for illegally pursuing a civilian vehicle and shooting at it, violating constitutional rights during the incident.
N.Y.P.D. Supervisors Fail to Rein in Illegal Searches, Monitor SaysUnlawful police stops by anti-crime units in NYC significantly outpace regular patrols, highlighting systemic issues within the N.Y.P.D.
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Man arrested with guns outside Trump rally sues Riverside County sheriff for defamationVem Miller sued the Riverside County sheriff for defamation and violation of rights after being arrested with guns at a Trump rally.
Correctional officer charged with civil rights violationsA correctional officer was charged for illegally pursuing a civilian vehicle and shooting at it, violating constitutional rights during the incident.
The 5th Circuit's Ruling Striking Down Youth Handgun Ban Is Utter MadnessThe 5th Circuit Court's decision to lift the handgun sales ban for young adults highlights a growing divergence from contemporary concerns about gun violence.
Federal judge strikes down Illinois assault weapons banJudge McGlynn ruled Illinois' assault weapons ban unconstitutional, asserting it infringed on citizens' rights to self-defense and ownership of commonly used firearms.
A Las Vegas man was arrested outside Trump's California rally. Now, he's filed a lawsuitVem Miller filed a lawsuit claiming his constitutional rights were violated during his arrest at a Trump rally.
The 5th Circuit's Ruling Striking Down Youth Handgun Ban Is Utter MadnessThe 5th Circuit Court's decision to lift the handgun sales ban for young adults highlights a growing divergence from contemporary concerns about gun violence.
Federal judge strikes down Illinois assault weapons banJudge McGlynn ruled Illinois' assault weapons ban unconstitutional, asserting it infringed on citizens' rights to self-defense and ownership of commonly used firearms.
A Las Vegas man was arrested outside Trump's California rally. Now, he's filed a lawsuitVem Miller filed a lawsuit claiming his constitutional rights were violated during his arrest at a Trump rally.
Santa Clara County joins California in suing Trump over birthright citizenship orderSanta Clara County joined other states to sue Trump over ending birthright citizenship, emphasizing constitutional rights.
Immigration red cards: The internet rallies to protect undocumented communityUndocumented immigrants are being equipped with constitutional knowledge and resources amidst immigration reforms and threats of mass deportation.
Oklahoma's Education Head Seeks to Impose Rule Targeting Undocumented StudentsProposed rules by Oklahoma's Superintendent could discourage undocumented students from enrolling, violating rights.
Newark mayor condemns warrantless immigration raid that terrorized' peopleNewark's mayor condemned a warrantless ICE raid, emphasizing it breached constitutional rights and affected both undocumented residents and citizens.
Oklahoma's Education Head Seeks to Impose Rule Targeting Undocumented StudentsProposed rules by Oklahoma's Superintendent could discourage undocumented students from enrolling, violating rights.
Newark mayor condemns warrantless immigration raid that terrorized' peopleNewark's mayor condemned a warrantless ICE raid, emphasizing it breached constitutional rights and affected both undocumented residents and citizens.
A Line-by-Line Breakdown of Trump's Birthright Citizenship Executive OrderTrump's return sees immediate, lawless executive orders targeting constitutional rights, raising alarms over racism and authoritarianism.
London's first elected woman mayor taking own Labour council to court over 'discrimination'Rohksana Fiaz is suing Newham Council over racism and bullying claims, asserting her rights without impacting council functions.
A Line-by-Line Breakdown of Trump's Birthright Citizenship Executive OrderTrump's return sees immediate, lawless executive orders targeting constitutional rights, raising alarms over racism and authoritarianism.
London's first elected woman mayor taking own Labour council to court over 'discrimination'Rohksana Fiaz is suing Newham Council over racism and bullying claims, asserting her rights without impacting council functions.
Joe Biden Recognizes 28th Amendment (But That Doesn't Mean We Have An Actual Equal Rights Amendment)Biden affirms the 28th Amendment, stating it's law despite legal questions surrounding its certification.
Two Bay Area congressman sued by anti-war constituents over aid to IsraelConstituents are suing U.S. Reps. Thompson and Huffman, claiming their support for military aid to Israel facilitates genocide.
Activists file class-action lawsuit over two Bay Area congressmen's Israeli aid voteA class-action lawsuit filed by over 500 taxpayers in Northern California claims Congress violated laws by voting for military aid to Israel.
Two Bay Area congressman sued by anti-war constituents over aid to IsraelConstituents sued Reps. Thompson and Huffman for complicity in genocide over military aid to Israel, claiming constitutional rights violations as taxpayers.
Two Bay Area congressman sued by anti-war constituents over aid to IsraelConstituents are suing U.S. Reps. Thompson and Huffman, claiming their support for military aid to Israel facilitates genocide.
Activists file class-action lawsuit over two Bay Area congressmen's Israeli aid voteA class-action lawsuit filed by over 500 taxpayers in Northern California claims Congress violated laws by voting for military aid to Israel.
Two Bay Area congressman sued by anti-war constituents over aid to IsraelConstituents sued Reps. Thompson and Huffman for complicity in genocide over military aid to Israel, claiming constitutional rights violations as taxpayers.
These constitutional rights apply to all, even with Trump's promise of mass deportationsImmigrant rights organizations are informing families of their constitutional rights amidst threats of mass deportations from the Trump administration.
What to do if you're detained by Border Patrol as raids in Central California continueImmigrant rights organizations are informing Central Valley families of their constitutional rights amidst recent Border Patrol operations targeting immigrants.
These constitutional rights apply to all, even with Trump's promise of mass deportationsImmigrant rights organizations are informing families of their constitutional rights amidst threats of mass deportations from the Trump administration.
What to do if you're detained by Border Patrol as raids in Central California continueImmigrant rights organizations are informing Central Valley families of their constitutional rights amidst recent Border Patrol operations targeting immigrants.
House Passes Laken Riley Act - Critics Say It Dismantles Constitutional RightsThe Laken Riley Act undermines constitutional protections for immigrants, particularly targeting due process rights.The bill reflects broader anti-immigrant sentiments intensified by political narratives surrounding crime.
Nebraska man who lost his home over $588 debt is getting it backHomeowners' equity is constitutionally protected, preventing municipalities from completely taking their properties over small tax debts.
CNN's Kaitlan Collins Confronts CEO Killing Suspect's Lawyer Repeatedly Asks Do They Have The Wrong Guy?'Kaitlan Collins confronted an attorney about the overwhelming evidence against Luigi Mangione in a high-profile murder case.
DOJ says TikTok collected users' views on issues like abortion, gun control and religionThe Department of Justice rejects TikTok's bid to challenge the ban law, highlighting national security concerns.
Republican Chairman Slams Trump DOJ for Spying' on Congressmen and Staff Including Kash Patel: Grave Constitutional Violation'Mike Turner condemned the DOJ's spying on Congress members, calling it a severe constitutional violation.
DOJ says TikTok collected users' views on issues like abortion, gun control and religionThe Department of Justice rejects TikTok's bid to challenge the ban law, highlighting national security concerns.
Republican Chairman Slams Trump DOJ for Spying' on Congressmen and Staff Including Kash Patel: Grave Constitutional Violation'Mike Turner condemned the DOJ's spying on Congress members, calling it a severe constitutional violation.
Are You Kidding Me? - See AlsoExposing judicial corruption may lead to unexpected recognition and rewards.Challenges faced by Columbia graduates for protesting highlight potential consequences for standing up for rights.
Adams tells WINS: NYPD 'did commendable job under very difficult circumstances,' as pols slam 'aggressive' arrests at Brooklyn protestCity to review NYPD response to pro-Palestinian protest after officer punching incident.
NJ lawyer thrown out of town council meeting for waving American flag to protest new banA lawyer protested a new rule banning props at a council meeting by wielding an American flag, emphasizing constitutional rights and free speech.
Are You Kidding Me? - See AlsoExposing judicial corruption may lead to unexpected recognition and rewards.Challenges faced by Columbia graduates for protesting highlight potential consequences for standing up for rights.
Adams tells WINS: NYPD 'did commendable job under very difficult circumstances,' as pols slam 'aggressive' arrests at Brooklyn protestCity to review NYPD response to pro-Palestinian protest after officer punching incident.
NJ lawyer thrown out of town council meeting for waving American flag to protest new banA lawyer protested a new rule banning props at a council meeting by wielding an American flag, emphasizing constitutional rights and free speech.
Wyoming judge strikes down these two laws, keeping the state's abortion rights intact for nowWyoming anti-abortion laws have been ruled unconstitutional, temporarily preserving the legality of abortion in the state.
Bryan Kohberger's lawyers fight death penalty in University of Idaho murdersKohberger's defense seeks to eliminate the death penalty, arguing it infringes on his constitutional rights.
The Secrets of California's Death TeamJudicial transparency is crucial for ensuring fair trials and defending constitutional rights against systematic bias in juror selection.
Bryan Kohberger's lawyers fight death penalty in University of Idaho murdersKohberger's defense seeks to eliminate the death penalty, arguing it infringes on his constitutional rights.
The Secrets of California's Death TeamJudicial transparency is crucial for ensuring fair trials and defending constitutional rights against systematic bias in juror selection.
Educator who claims he lost out on superintendent job for saying 'ladies' is suing the school districtVito Perrone's job offer was rescinded after he used the term 'ladies' in an email, raising questions about professionalism and due process.
Stripper sues Florida over new age restrictions for workers at adult entertainment businessesThe lawsuit challenges Florida's law prohibiting employment of individuals under 21 in adult entertainment businesses, citing constitutional rights violations.
Educator who claims he lost out on superintendent job for saying 'ladies' is suing the school districtVito Perrone's job offer was rescinded after he used the term 'ladies' in an email, raising questions about professionalism and due process.
Stripper sues Florida over new age restrictions for workers at adult entertainment businessesThe lawsuit challenges Florida's law prohibiting employment of individuals under 21 in adult entertainment businesses, citing constitutional rights violations.
Homeless People Sue New York City for Throwing Away Their PropertyNYC's homeless cleanup policies potentially violate constitutional rights, leading to a lawsuit seeking class action status for affected individuals.
Stripper Sues Florida Over New Restrictions for Workers at Adult Entertainment BusinessesAdult entertainment businesses in Florida sue to stop enforcement of law banning under-21 employees.
Brooklyn Defender Services files suit against NYC Department of Correction over phone call surveillanceThe class-action lawsuit accuses the New York City Department of Correction of unlawful mass surveillance of phone calls within city jails.
Homeless People Sue New York City for Throwing Away Their PropertyNYC's homeless cleanup policies potentially violate constitutional rights, leading to a lawsuit seeking class action status for affected individuals.
Stripper Sues Florida Over New Restrictions for Workers at Adult Entertainment BusinessesAdult entertainment businesses in Florida sue to stop enforcement of law banning under-21 employees.
Brooklyn Defender Services files suit against NYC Department of Correction over phone call surveillanceThe class-action lawsuit accuses the New York City Department of Correction of unlawful mass surveillance of phone calls within city jails.
Echoes of Roe v. Wade in Decision Granting Immunity to TrumpThe Supreme Court's decision on Trump's immunity bears resemblance to Roe v. Wade in judicial method.
India: Top court rules against caste-based tasks in prisons DW 10/04/2024The Supreme Court of India mandated the removal of caste details from prison registries to eliminate discrimination against marginalized prisoners.
This Supreme Court Justice Is 'Annoyed' By The Court's Focus On HistoryThe Supreme Court justice expressed frustration with historical arguments during an oral argument about enhanced sentencing under the Sixth Amendment.There has been a heightened emphasis on the understanding of constitutional rights at the time of the founding of the US and the ratification of the 14th Amendment.
Arizona's abortion ban could bring zombie laws back to life in other statesOld, unenforced laws can resurface if legal precedents are overturned, as seen with the enforcement of a 1864 abortion ban in Arizona.
Echoes of Roe v. Wade in Decision Granting Immunity to TrumpThe Supreme Court's decision on Trump's immunity bears resemblance to Roe v. Wade in judicial method.
India: Top court rules against caste-based tasks in prisons DW 10/04/2024The Supreme Court of India mandated the removal of caste details from prison registries to eliminate discrimination against marginalized prisoners.
This Supreme Court Justice Is 'Annoyed' By The Court's Focus On HistoryThe Supreme Court justice expressed frustration with historical arguments during an oral argument about enhanced sentencing under the Sixth Amendment.There has been a heightened emphasis on the understanding of constitutional rights at the time of the founding of the US and the ratification of the 14th Amendment.
Arizona's abortion ban could bring zombie laws back to life in other statesOld, unenforced laws can resurface if legal precedents are overturned, as seen with the enforcement of a 1864 abortion ban in Arizona.
LAPD Raids Medical Lab For (Nonexistent) Weed, Get Gun Stuck In An MRI MachineThe LAPD's botched raid exemplifies unconstitutional actions in the Drug War, targeting businesses over illegal cannabis without evidence.
Steward CEO Ralph de la Torre sues Senate panel over contempt resolutionRalph de la Torre filed a lawsuit against a Senate committee over alleged violations of his constitutional rights related to a subpoena.
Third-Party Lawsuit Funding Wreaks Havoc With the Justice SystemLawfare funded by groups like The 65 Project undermines the integrity of the American legal system and poses a threat to fair judicial practices.
The NYPD often shows leniency to officers involved in illegal stop and frisks, report findsThe NYPD inadequately disciplines officers for illegal stop-and-frisk practices, undermining justice and constitutional adherence.
Trump Crowd Goes WILD When He Proposes Blatantly Unconstitutional Prison Sentences for Flag BurnersTrump proposed jail time for flag burning, misleadingly claiming it's constitutional.Crowd reaction and Trump's remarks highlighted a divide in political discourse.
Trump in court as David Pecker to resume hush-money testimony liveFormer President Trump criticizes Bidenomics and claims his constitutional rights were violated during the trial.
Trump Crowd Goes WILD When He Proposes Blatantly Unconstitutional Prison Sentences for Flag BurnersTrump proposed jail time for flag burning, misleadingly claiming it's constitutional.Crowd reaction and Trump's remarks highlighted a divide in political discourse.
Trump in court as David Pecker to resume hush-money testimony liveFormer President Trump criticizes Bidenomics and claims his constitutional rights were violated during the trial.
New Yorkers immediately protest new AI-based weapons detectors on subwaysAI-powered scanners are sought for gun detection in NYC subways despite skepticism and legal threats, sparking concerns over potential constitutional violations.
We The People: Canary in the Coal MineThe Third Amendment remains relevant today amidst concerns over privacy, civil liberties, and militarized policing.
NY governor's subway mask ban proposal sparks debate over right to anonymous protestGov. Hochul's proposal to ban masks on the New York subway is controversial due to concerns about civil liberties, disability rights, and conflicts with anti-mask laws.
New Yorkers immediately protest new AI-based weapons detectors on subwaysAI-powered scanners are sought for gun detection in NYC subways despite skepticism and legal threats, sparking concerns over potential constitutional violations.
We The People: Canary in the Coal MineThe Third Amendment remains relevant today amidst concerns over privacy, civil liberties, and militarized policing.
NY governor's subway mask ban proposal sparks debate over right to anonymous protestGov. Hochul's proposal to ban masks on the New York subway is controversial due to concerns about civil liberties, disability rights, and conflicts with anti-mask laws.
Trump-appointed judge orders public high school to recognize anti-gay student group - LGBTQ NationA federal judge ordered the reinstatement of an anti-LGBTQ+ student club in D.C., ruling in favor of constitutional rights violations.
Dominican High Court overturns law criminalising same-sex relationsDominica's High Court overturned the ban on consensual same-sex activity, citing unconstitutionality.
Trump-appointed judge orders public high school to recognize anti-gay student group - LGBTQ NationA federal judge ordered the reinstatement of an anti-LGBTQ+ student club in D.C., ruling in favor of constitutional rights violations.
Dominican High Court overturns law criminalising same-sex relationsDominica's High Court overturned the ban on consensual same-sex activity, citing unconstitutionality.
For a Year, I Lived as the Constitution Instructs. Here's What I Learned.Living constitutionally involves expressing constitutional rights as interpreted in the era of the Constitution's writing.
TikTok challenges U.S. ban in court, says it violates the first amendmentTikTok challenges US law forcing divestment or nationwide ban, citing Constitution violation.
Texas Gov. Abbott proposes ban on gender-nonconforming behavior in public school classroomsTexas Gov. Greg Abbott champions conservative policies, including school vouchers, and makes controversial comments targeting transgender people at a convention in Dallas.
R.F.K. Jr.'s Campaign Expressed Sympathy for Jan. 6 Rioters, Then Retracted ItRFK Jr.'s campaign reflected views aligning with former President Trump, leading to a quick retraction.Campaign shifted focus from Capitol rioters' rights to supporting Julian Assange, facing extradition for violating the Espionage Act.
New York Prisoners, Denied a Solar Eclipse Viewing, Sue the StateInmates in New York prisons are being denied the opportunity to view the solar eclipse due to safety concerns.Six inmates from Woodbourne Correctional Facility in Sullivan County filed a federal lawsuit, arguing that the denial violates their constitutional right to practice their religion.
Japan's same-sex marriage ban 'unconstitutional' DW 03/14/2024Japan's high court ruled denying same-sex marriage unconstitutional.Urgent government action needed to allow same-sex marriage.
Conservatives seize counselor shortage to press school chaplainsChaplains in public schools aim to address counselor shortage with controversial legislationCritics raise concerns about putting religious figures in schools for mental health support
Charges Against Two White Nationalists Are Dismissed as Selective Prosecution'Selective prosecution based on political ideology is unconstitutional.First Amendment protection applies to all groups, regardless of beliefs.
Coral Gables attorney gives $500K to Trump's presidential bid in protest of convictionHugh Culverhouse Jr., a longtime donor to both Democrats and Republicans, gave half a million dollars to Trump's presidential campaign in protest of his felony conviction.
Supreme Court Upholds Ban on Sleeping Outdoors in Homelessness CaseThe Supreme Court upheld an Oregon city's laws banning homeless from sleeping outdoors, impacting how homelessness is policed in the West.
Los Angeles City Council Ends COVID-19 Vaccination Mandate For City WorkersThe Los Angeles City Council ended the COVID-19 vaccination mandate for municipal employees in a 13-0 vote.
Supreme Court Upholds Ban on Sleeping Outdoors in Homelessness CaseThe Supreme Court upheld an Oregon city's laws banning homeless from sleeping outdoors, impacting how homelessness is policed in the West.
Los Angeles City Council Ends COVID-19 Vaccination Mandate For City WorkersThe Los Angeles City Council ended the COVID-19 vaccination mandate for municipal employees in a 13-0 vote.
Oklahoma Superintendent Orders Schools to Teach the BibleOklahoma's top education official mandated Bible integration in grades 5-12, sparking controversy and opposition citing issues of separation of church and state.
January 6 investigation lingers as 2024 election nearsThe investigation into the January 6, 2021, riot at the U.S. Capitol continues, with over 1,400 people charged with various crimes.
Alabama's I.V.F. Shield Law Now Faces a Constitutional ChallengeAccess to I.V.F. in Alabama at risk due to shield law shielding clinics from liability, sparking debate over protections for I.V.F.
Hunter Biden Is Expected to Appeal Conviction on Gun ChargesHunter Biden plans to appeal his felony conviction for falsifying a federal firearms application, potentially citing violations of his constitutional rights and the Supreme Court's gun rights decision.