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fromAbove the Law
3 weeks ago
Social media marketing

Missouri AG Thinks Supreme Court Ruling Lets Him Control Social Media Moderation (It Doesn't) - Above the Law

fromAbove the Law
3 weeks ago
Social media marketing

Missouri AG Thinks Supreme Court Ruling Lets Him Control Social Media Moderation (It Doesn't) - Above the Law

#trump-administration
US news
fromBoston.com
1 week ago

Harvard and Trump lawyers to face off in court in foreign student case

Harvard is fighting the Trump administration's attempt to bar international students by using the president's own words as evidence of political bias.
Boston food
fromBoston.com
2 weeks ago

Trump tried to block international students from Harvard - here's how 1,400 readers reacted

Harvard University successfully blocked the Trump administration's attempt to bar international students, asserting the move violates constitutional rights and harms the institution.
US news
fromwww.dw.com
2 weeks ago

Harvard sues Trump government over foreign student enrolment DW 05/23/2025

Harvard University has filed a lawsuit against the Trump administration over the revocation of its ability to enroll international students.
US news
fromTruthout
2 weeks ago

Federal Judge Blocks Trump Administration's Foreign Student Ban at Harvard After School Sued

The Trump administration's ban on Harvard's foreign students was temporarily blocked by a federal judge, affirming due process and First Amendment rights.
US news
fromBoston.com
2 weeks ago

Harvard sues the Trump administration over ban on enrolling foreign students

Harvard is suing the government over visa restrictions, claiming it violates the First Amendment and harms thousands of international students.
US news
fromNew York Post
2 weeks ago

Harvard sues Trump admin for barring university from enrolling foreign students

Harvard University is suing the Trump administration over its decision to bar foreign student enrollment, citing constitutional violations.
US news
fromBoston.com
1 week ago

Harvard and Trump lawyers to face off in court in foreign student case

Harvard is fighting the Trump administration's attempt to bar international students by using the president's own words as evidence of political bias.
Boston food
fromBoston.com
2 weeks ago

Trump tried to block international students from Harvard - here's how 1,400 readers reacted

Harvard University successfully blocked the Trump administration's attempt to bar international students, asserting the move violates constitutional rights and harms the institution.
US news
fromwww.dw.com
2 weeks ago

Harvard sues Trump government over foreign student enrolment DW 05/23/2025

Harvard University has filed a lawsuit against the Trump administration over the revocation of its ability to enroll international students.
US news
fromTruthout
2 weeks ago

Federal Judge Blocks Trump Administration's Foreign Student Ban at Harvard After School Sued

The Trump administration's ban on Harvard's foreign students was temporarily blocked by a federal judge, affirming due process and First Amendment rights.
US news
fromBoston.com
2 weeks ago

Harvard sues the Trump administration over ban on enrolling foreign students

Harvard is suing the government over visa restrictions, claiming it violates the First Amendment and harms thousands of international students.
US news
fromNew York Post
2 weeks ago

Harvard sues Trump admin for barring university from enrolling foreign students

Harvard University is suing the Trump administration over its decision to bar foreign student enrollment, citing constitutional violations.
#mental-health
Artificial intelligence
fromThe Dispatch
1 day ago

AI Chatbots and Product Liability, Explained

The lawsuit highlights potential First Amendment implications of AI and raises accountability questions for chatbot interactions.
The case could set important legal precedents regarding generative AI's influence on mental health.
US news
fromThe Washington Post
2 weeks ago

Do chatbots have free speech? Judge rejects claim in suit over teen's death.

The court allows a lawsuit against Character.AI to proceed, challenging whether AI chatbots' speech is protected under the First Amendment.
Artificial intelligence
fromThe Dispatch
1 day ago

AI Chatbots and Product Liability, Explained

The lawsuit highlights potential First Amendment implications of AI and raises accountability questions for chatbot interactions.
The case could set important legal precedents regarding generative AI's influence on mental health.
US news
fromThe Washington Post
2 weeks ago

Do chatbots have free speech? Judge rejects claim in suit over teen's death.

The court allows a lawsuit against Character.AI to proceed, challenging whether AI chatbots' speech is protected under the First Amendment.
SF LGBT
fromConsequence
2 days ago

Lizzo Appeals Sexual Harassment Lawsuit, Saying It's An "Attack" On Free Speech

Lizzo is appealing a sexual harassment lawsuit, citing free speech rights in her defense.
#civil-rights
fromwww.aljazeera.com
3 days ago
US politics

Is free speech under attack in the US?

The erosion of First Amendment rights raises concerns about selective freedom of speech in the US.
fromMiami Herald
1 week ago
Miami food

Three residents sue Miami over anti-panhandling law, argue it's unconstitutional

The lawsuit against Miami's panhandling ordinance argues it violates First Amendment rights and disproportionately targets homeless individuals.
Miami food
fromMiami Herald
1 week ago

Three residents sue Miami over anti-panhandling law, argue it's unconstitutional

The lawsuit against Miami's panhandling ordinance argues it violates First Amendment rights and disproportionately targets homeless individuals.
#trump
US politics
fromThe Verge
1 week ago

NPR sues Trump over executive order cutting funding for public broadcasting

NPR's lawsuit claims Trump's executive order cutting funding violates the First Amendment as a retaliatory action against perceived bias.
US news
fromwww.dw.com
1 week ago

NPR sues Trump over executive order to end funding DW 05/27/2025

NPR and three stations are suing Trump over an executive order threatening funding, citing First Amendment violations.
US politics
fromtime.com
3 days ago

Miles Taylor: I Criticized President Trump. Now He is Accusing Me of Treason

Trump's order to review a critic raises concerns about the criminalization of dissent in America.
US news
fromPoynter
1 week ago

Trump targeted public media. Now NPR is taking him to court - Poynter

NPR has filed a lawsuit against Trump's executive order, claiming it violates constitutional protections for freedom of speech and press.
US politics
fromThe Verge
1 week ago

NPR sues Trump over executive order cutting funding for public broadcasting

NPR's lawsuit claims Trump's executive order cutting funding violates the First Amendment as a retaliatory action against perceived bias.
US news
fromwww.dw.com
1 week ago

NPR sues Trump over executive order to end funding DW 05/27/2025

NPR and three stations are suing Trump over an executive order threatening funding, citing First Amendment violations.
US politics
fromtime.com
3 days ago

Miles Taylor: I Criticized President Trump. Now He is Accusing Me of Treason

Trump's order to review a critic raises concerns about the criminalization of dissent in America.
US news
fromPoynter
1 week ago

Trump targeted public media. Now NPR is taking him to court - Poynter

NPR has filed a lawsuit against Trump's executive order, claiming it violates constitutional protections for freedom of speech and press.
#free-speech
fromReason.com
4 days ago
Media industry

Setting the Wayback Machine to 1995: "Cheap Speech and What It Will Do": Democratization and Diversification + Shift of Control from Intermediaries

fromBusiness Insider
1 month ago
Intellectual property law

Constitutional law experts don't always agree with Elon Musk - but on X's deepfake lawsuit, some do

Media industry
fromReason.com
4 days ago

Setting the Wayback Machine to 1995: "Cheap Speech and What It Will Do": Democratization and Diversification + Shift of Control from Intermediaries

New technologies democratize and diversify the information marketplace, though wealth still influences visibility.
NYC LGBT
fromTruthout
3 weeks ago

Appellate Court Says Florida's Drag Show Ban Is Likely Unconstitutional

Federal appellate court upholds injunction against Florida drag show ban, citing likely violation of First Amendment rights.
#press-freedom
Privacy professionals
fromKqed
6 days ago

An SF Journalist Took Photos of ICE Officers. Then He Was Asked to Blur Their Faces | KQED

Media outlets should resist altering images upon government request to uphold press freedom.
Los Angeles
fromLos Angeles Times
1 week ago

Former Times reporter sues Villanueva, L.A County, alleging 1st Amendment violation

Maya Lau's lawsuit alleges that her 1st Amendment rights were violated by a criminal investigation into her journalistic activities.
Privacy professionals
fromKqed
6 days ago

An SF Journalist Took Photos of ICE Officers. Then He Was Asked to Blur Their Faces | KQED

Media outlets should resist altering images upon government request to uphold press freedom.
Los Angeles
fromLos Angeles Times
1 week ago

Former Times reporter sues Villanueva, L.A County, alleging 1st Amendment violation

Maya Lau's lawsuit alleges that her 1st Amendment rights were violated by a criminal investigation into her journalistic activities.
Media industry
fromAdweek
6 days ago

Appeals Court Bars Media Matters Investigation

U.S. court limits Texas AG's investigation into Media Matters, affirming free speech protections for reporting on brand safety concerns.
#donald-trump
US politics
fromwww.mediaite.com
1 month ago

NY Times Fires Back at Trump Over Lawsuit Threat: We Will Continue to Pursue the Facts Without Fear!'

The New York Times stands firm against President Trump's legal intimidation, asserting its commitment to independent reporting and the First Amendment.
US politics
fromThe Verge
1 month ago

The chaos of Trump's first 100 days

Trump's second term reflects a mix of policy changes and enduring challenges, particularly regarding tariffs and First Amendment issues.
US news
fromIntelligencer
1 week ago

Students Will Lose Trump's War on Harvard

Harvard's resistance against Trump's demands highlights the tension between government authority and academic freedom.
US politics
fromwww.mediaite.com
1 month ago

NY Times Fires Back at Trump Over Lawsuit Threat: We Will Continue to Pursue the Facts Without Fear!'

The New York Times stands firm against President Trump's legal intimidation, asserting its commitment to independent reporting and the First Amendment.
US politics
fromThe Verge
1 month ago

The chaos of Trump's first 100 days

Trump's second term reflects a mix of policy changes and enduring challenges, particularly regarding tariffs and First Amendment issues.
US news
fromIntelligencer
1 week ago

Students Will Lose Trump's War on Harvard

Harvard's resistance against Trump's demands highlights the tension between government authority and academic freedom.
#florida-politics
fromAdvocate.com
1 week ago
NYC LGBT

Florida Republicans Ron DeSantis & Byron Donalds continue attacking Naples Pride's family-friendly drag shows

fromAdvocate.com
1 week ago
NYC LGBT

Florida Republicans Ron DeSantis & Byron Donalds continue attacking Naples Pride's family-friendly drag shows

fromwww.mediaite.com
1 week ago

You Will Not See Mickey Mouse on This Trip': Florida Sheriff Confronts Man Who Allegedly Emailed Him Death Threats

Volusia County Sheriff Mike Chitwood bluntly delivered the news to Matthew Moulton, a 45-year-old resident of Walla Walla, Washington, as he arrived at Daytona International Airport after being arrested and extradited to Florida for allegedly emailing Chitwood death threats.
Miami food
fromwww.mercurynews.com
1 week ago

Council gives initial OK to allow tattoo studios in downtown Brentwood

Councilmember Tony Oerlemans and Vice Mayor Pa'tanisha Pierson argued for the inclusion of tattoo studios, mentioning that preventing them could lead Brentwood into legal challenges regarding First Amendment rights.
Portland food
fromwww.npr.org
1 week ago

Judge says Rubio 'likely' violated Constitution in ordering Mahmoud Khalil deported

Khalil's attorneys argue that the charge against him was a retaliatory measure stemming from his advocacy. We will continue to fight for his release.
US politics
#lawsuit
fromNew York Post
2 weeks ago
Artificial intelligence

Judge rejects arguments that AI chatbots have free speech rights in lawsuit over teen's death

fromNew York Post
2 weeks ago
Artificial intelligence

Judge rejects arguments that AI chatbots have free speech rights in lawsuit over teen's death

fromwww.housingwire.com
1 week ago

Does Texas bill protect NAR members' hate speech or just unpopular opinions?

If S.B. No. 2713 passes, it would make existing speech codes like NAR's Standard of Practice 10-5 ineffective, impacting REALTOR membership regulations.
SF politics
fromReason.com
1 week ago

Setting the Wayback Machine to 1995: "Cheap Speech and What It Will Do"

In reflecting on the disparities of access to speech, it becomes apparent that wealth significantly influences who gets to communicate effectively, overshadowing diverse ideas in mass media.
Media industry
#media-freedom
Media industry
fromwww.independent.co.uk
1 week ago

FPF says it will sue Paramount if it settles with Trump over 60 Minutes lawsuit

The article discusses the importance of journalistic integrity and First Amendment rights amidst growing political pressures.
Media industry
fromwww.independent.co.uk
1 week ago

FPF says it will sue Paramount if it settles with Trump over 60 Minutes lawsuit

The article discusses the importance of journalistic integrity and First Amendment rights amidst growing political pressures.
Media industry
fromWIRED
1 week ago

Freedom of the Press Foundation Threatens Legal Action if Paramount Settles With Trump Over '60 Minutes' Interview

Freedom of the Press Foundation warns Paramount against settling Trump's lawsuit, citing First Amendment violations.
#executive-order
fromBusiness Insider
1 week ago
Law

Executive order against Jenner & Block ruled unconstitutional

A federal judge ruled that the executive order against Jenner & Block was unconstitutional due to its violation of protected speech.
fromAbove the Law
1 week ago
Law

Executive Order Against Jenner & Block Is 'Null And Void' - Above the Law

Judge Bates ruled the Trump administration's Executive Order unconstitutional, asserting it violated the First Amendment and separation of powers.
Law
fromBusiness Insider
1 week ago

Executive order against Jenner & Block ruled unconstitutional

A federal judge ruled that the executive order against Jenner & Block was unconstitutional due to its violation of protected speech.
Law
fromAbove the Law
1 week ago

Executive Order Against Jenner & Block Is 'Null And Void' - Above the Law

Judge Bates ruled the Trump administration's Executive Order unconstitutional, asserting it violated the First Amendment and separation of powers.
#lgbtq-rights
SF LGBT
fromAdvocate.com
1 week ago

Skeptical California federal judge grills Trump DOJ over anti-trans & anti-DEI orders

Federal judge questions Trump's orders limiting LGBTQ+ protections, highlighting vagueness and potential violation of constitutional rights.
SF LGBT
fromAdvocate.com
1 week ago

Skeptical California federal judge grills Trump DOJ over anti-trans & anti-DEI orders

Federal judge questions Trump's orders limiting LGBTQ+ protections, highlighting vagueness and potential violation of constitutional rights.
#supreme-court
fromThe Conversation
2 weeks ago
philosophy

Supreme Court's one-sentence order closes the door to Catholic charter school - but leaves it open for future challenges

philosophy
fromThe Conversation
2 weeks ago

Supreme Court's one-sentence order closes the door to Catholic charter school - but leaves it open for future challenges

The Supreme Court's tie leaves St. Isidore's charter school initiative defeated but hints at future challenges on similar grounds.
Right-wing politics
fromSlate Magazine
2 weeks ago

Separation of Church and State Scored a Surprise Reprieve at the Supreme Court

The Supreme Court's deadlock on church-state separation highlights ongoing tensions surrounding public funding for religious charter schools.
Law
fromNew York Post
1 month ago

Dr. Phil reveals why this Supreme Court case could upend religious freedom

The Supreme Court's interpretation of the Establishment Clause limits state religious policies, conflicting with its original intent.
#censorship
Media industry
fromTechdirt
2 weeks ago

We Shouldn't Have To Explain To The FTC Why Content Moderation Is So Crucial To Free Speech, But We Did

FTC Chair Ferguson's investigation into big tech censorship is seen as politically motivated and misunderstands content moderation.
The inquiry raises First Amendment concerns regarding private editorial discretion on social media platforms.
Miami food
fromNew York Post
3 weeks ago

Federal court once again strikes down Florida drag show ban as likely unconstitutional

The injunction against Florida's drag-show ban underscores concerns regarding its constitutionality and the protection of First Amendment rights.
fromwww.mediaite.com
3 weeks ago
US politics

Sen. Mike Lee Introduces Bill to Make Virtually All Porn a Federal Crime Social Media Reacts Exactly as You'd Expect

Media industry
fromTechdirt
2 weeks ago

We Shouldn't Have To Explain To The FTC Why Content Moderation Is So Crucial To Free Speech, But We Did

FTC Chair Ferguson's investigation into big tech censorship is seen as politically motivated and misunderstands content moderation.
The inquiry raises First Amendment concerns regarding private editorial discretion on social media platforms.
Miami food
fromNew York Post
3 weeks ago

Federal court once again strikes down Florida drag show ban as likely unconstitutional

The injunction against Florida's drag-show ban underscores concerns regarding its constitutionality and the protection of First Amendment rights.
fromwww.mediaite.com
3 weeks ago
US politics

Sen. Mike Lee Introduces Bill to Make Virtually All Porn a Federal Crime Social Media Reacts Exactly as You'd Expect

#ai-ethics
Artificial intelligence
fromThe Verge
2 weeks ago

Are Character AI's chatbots protected speech? One court isn't sure

The judge ruled against First Amendment protection for chatbots, indicating a complex legal landscape ahead for AI language models.
#mural
#immigration
Black Lives Matter
fromAbove the Law
4 weeks ago

2nd Circuit Orders Return Of Vermont Grad Student Abducted By ICE Because She Wrote An Article They Didn't Like - Above the Law

Political detainment cases spotlight the clash between First Amendment rights and immigration enforcement.
Judicial interventions indicate a growing concern over executive overreach in immigration actions.
US news
fromNew York Post
3 weeks ago

Judge orders immediate release of Tufts student detained by US immigration authorities

A federal judge ordered the Trump administration to release a Tufts student detained for her pro-Palestinian views, citing First Amendment rights.
Black Lives Matter
fromAbove the Law
4 weeks ago

2nd Circuit Orders Return Of Vermont Grad Student Abducted By ICE Because She Wrote An Article They Didn't Like - Above the Law

Political detainment cases spotlight the clash between First Amendment rights and immigration enforcement.
Judicial interventions indicate a growing concern over executive overreach in immigration actions.
US news
fromNew York Post
3 weeks ago

Judge orders immediate release of Tufts student detained by US immigration authorities

A federal judge ordered the Trump administration to release a Tufts student detained for her pro-Palestinian views, citing First Amendment rights.
#legislation
US politics
fromBuzzFeed
3 weeks ago

People Are Saying This New GOP Bill Is Straight Out Of The Project 2025 Playbook

Lee's bill parallels Project 2025, aiming to broaden obscenity definitions and limit First Amendment protections, impacting media depiction of nudity and sex.
US politics
fromAdvocate.com
3 weeks ago

Republican Sen. Mike Lee wants to ban pornography with new bill

Senator Mike Lee's proposed legislation could redefine obscenity and potentially eliminate online pornography across state lines.
US politics
fromBuzzFeed
3 weeks ago

People Are Saying This New GOP Bill Is Straight Out Of The Project 2025 Playbook

Lee's bill parallels Project 2025, aiming to broaden obscenity definitions and limit First Amendment protections, impacting media depiction of nudity and sex.
US politics
fromAdvocate.com
3 weeks ago

Republican Sen. Mike Lee wants to ban pornography with new bill

Senator Mike Lee's proposed legislation could redefine obscenity and potentially eliminate online pornography across state lines.
NYC politics
fromPodcaster News
3 weeks ago

A Note From NYPR's President & CEO Regarding Federal Funding For CPB, NPR, and PBS - Podcaster News

The White House's budget request threatens public media funding, risking local news services and undermining democratic engagement.
NYC politics
fromNew York Post
3 weeks ago

Trump admin backs Jewish professor's discrimination case against CUNY school

The Trump administration supports a Jewish professor's claim of a hostile work environment due to antisemitic protests at CUNY's Hunter College.
Mission District
fromwww.eastbaytimes.com
3 weeks ago

Viral Bay Area projection activist reaches $120,000 settlement in civil rights lawsuit against Bay Area city

Alan Marling's projection protest at a city hall led to a significant First Amendment settlement of $120,000 against San Ramon.
First Amendment rights were tested in a legal case involving a light projection onto public property.
Atlanta Braves
fromNew York Daily News
1 year ago

61 'Cop City' protesters slapped with RICO charges in Georgia

Georgia prosecutors labeled anti-police activists a criminal group, charging 61 protesters under RICO in connection with ongoing protests against the 'Cop City' training center.
California
fromSan Jose Inside
1 month ago

Federal Judge Grants Request by CalChamber to Block Warning Against Acrylamide

U.S. Court rules Prop 65 warnings on dietary acrylamide are misleading and unconstitutional.
fromNew York Post
1 month ago

School retracts telling students they can't sing worship songs at talent show

"Upon review, it was determined that school staff were unfamiliar with the legal guidelines concerning religious expression in a public school setting," said Superintendent James Antoine.
SF parents
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