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fromSlate Magazine
4 days ago

Trump Is Asking the Supreme Court to Bless Stephen Miller's Racial Profiling

The Trump administration requested the Supreme Court to lift an injunction blocking ICE's mass arrest program based on unconstitutional racial profiling, claiming it disrupts immigration enforcement.
US politics
#free-speech
US politics
fromwww.mercurynews.com
6 days ago

Stanford student paper, noncitizen students sue Trump officials over speech-related visa policies

Federal immigration policies suppress protected political speech, according to a lawsuit filed by Stanford University's newspaper and two students.
#trump
fromPoynter
3 weeks ago
US politics

Trump sues Murdoch's Journal and sends a familiar warning to the rest of the press - Poynter

fromwww.mediaite.com
1 month ago
US politics

Iowa Pollster's Attorneys Slam Trump for Refiling Sham Lawsuit' in State Court Right After Dropping Fed Complaint

fromAbove the Law
1 month ago
US politics

MAGA Attorney Threatens To Sue Journalists Over 'Unpatriotic' Reporting; Gets The Exact Response He Deserves - Above the Law

fromPoynter
3 weeks ago
US politics

Trump sues Murdoch's Journal and sends a familiar warning to the rest of the press - Poynter

fromwww.mediaite.com
1 month ago
US politics

Iowa Pollster's Attorneys Slam Trump for Refiling Sham Lawsuit' in State Court Right After Dropping Fed Complaint

fromAbove the Law
1 month ago
US politics

MAGA Attorney Threatens To Sue Journalists Over 'Unpatriotic' Reporting; Gets The Exact Response He Deserves - Above the Law

#defamation
fromVulture
1 week ago

Spike Lee, John Waters, and More Decry Trump's 'Attacks on the Free Press'

Over 2,000 members of the Writers Guild of America, both East and West, signed an open letter decrying escalating attacks on independent media by the Trump Administration.
US politics
#journalism
fromThe Conversation
1 week ago

Football and faith could return to the Supreme Court - this time, over loudspeakers

The First Amendment's establishment clause forbids the government from establishing an official religion, from giving preference to a specific religion and from favoring or disfavoring religion in general.
Philosophy
fromPadailypost
1 week ago

Prosecutor sues DA Rosen a third time over job

District Attorney Jeff Rosen has fired Deputy District Attorney Daniel Chung twice, ordered to reinstate him both times by an arbitrator and the Santa Clara County Personnel Board.
Law
fromLos Angeles Times
2 weeks ago

Can a county fire a sheriff behind closed doors? Advocacy group threatens to sue for access

A California county might face a lawsuit for discussing the firing of its sheriff behind closed doors.
#donald-trump
fromSlate Magazine
4 weeks ago
US politics

Trump's DOJ Won't Let Go of One of His Biggest Losers in Court. I Know Why.

Trump's appeal of lawsuits against law firms is unlikely to succeed and raises questions about its motivations.
fromwww.mediaite.com
2 months ago
US news

Trump Takes Victory Lap After Court Rules He Can Ban AP, Which He Says Won't Stop Lying About the GULF OF AMERICA'

Trump claims legal victory over AP for not acknowledging his renaming of the Gulf of Mexico.
US news
fromwww.mediaite.com
2 months ago

Trump Takes Victory Lap After Court Rules He Can Ban AP, Which He Says Won't Stop Lying About the GULF OF AMERICA'

Trump claims legal victory over AP for not acknowledging his renaming of the Gulf of Mexico.
#fcc
fromThe Nation
1 month ago
Right-wing politics

Trump's FCC Chief Brendan Carr Is Acting More Like a Mob Enforcer Than a Federal Regulator

fromThe Nation
1 month ago
Right-wing politics

Trump's FCC Chief Brendan Carr Is Acting More Like a Mob Enforcer Than a Federal Regulator

#press-freedom
fromFast Company
2 weeks ago

Hulk Hogan changed media forever with his 'Gawker' lawsuit

Hulk Hogan, a towering icon of professional wrestling, significantly impacted digital publishing by suing Gawker over a leaked sex tape, leading to a monumental jury verdict.
Privacy professionals
fromwww.amny.com
2 weeks ago

EXCLUSIVE | amNY's ICE coverage prompts press organizations to air concerns over treatment of journalists covering detentions | amNewYork

The Freedom of the Press Foundation expressed serious concern about ICE agents harassing journalists, indicating that their conduct raises significant First Amendment and press freedom issues.
NYC politics
#harvard-university
US news
fromHarvard Gazette
2 months ago

Judge blocks Trump order on international students - Harvard Gazette

The federal judge blocks Trump's executive order banning international students from Harvard, citing retaliation against the university's First Amendment rights.
US news
fromAbove the Law
2 months ago

Court Slaps Down Yet Another Trump Attack On Harvard - Above the Law

US District Judge Burroughs temporarily blocked Trump's attempt to remove Harvard from a program key for foreign student visas.
US news
fromHarvard Gazette
2 months ago

Judge blocks Trump order on international students - Harvard Gazette

The federal judge blocks Trump's executive order banning international students from Harvard, citing retaliation against the university's First Amendment rights.
US politics
fromFortune
3 weeks ago

First amendment vs. first-person shooter: Uvalde parents battle with 'Call of Duty' maker in court

First Amendment protects the content of Call of Duty amidst a lawsuit from victim families of the Uvalde shooting.
fromABA Journal
3 weeks ago

Public-school students don't have 'supercharged right' to be taught critical race theory, 8th Circuit says

Federal appeals court upholds Arkansas's ban on teaching critical race theory in public schools, ruling students lack a 'supercharged right' to receive such education.
#irs
fromFortune
1 month ago
US politics

IRS says pastors who endorse political candidates from the pulpit shouldn't risk losing tax-exempt status

fromFortune
1 month ago
US politics

IRS says pastors who endorse political candidates from the pulpit shouldn't risk losing tax-exempt status

fromwww.mercurynews.com
3 weeks ago

Editorial: Open up secret Sheriff Corpus removal hearings now

The removal of Sheriff Christina Corpus should be conducted publicly with full transparency, not behind closed doors, as elected official proceedings require openness.
US politics
#san-mateo-county
fromAbove the Law
1 month ago

Demand Letter's Threatened Legal Remedies 'F#*!ing Stupid,' Responds Lawyer - Above the Law

Marc Randazza creatively embraces free speech in legal responses, diverging from standard lawyer etiquette.
fromwww.mediaite.com
1 month ago

Man Sentenced to Prison for Hillary Clinton Meme Has Conviction Overturned in Court of Appeals

The court ruled that the mere fact that Mackey posted memes, even with intent to injure others' voting rights, is not enough to prove a violation of Section 241.
US politics
fromThe Atlantic
1 month ago

A New Era of Internet Regulation Is About to Begin

The Supreme Court's decision ends the era of minimal internet regulation, confirming new child-safety measures affecting online platforms.
US politics
fromSlate Magazine
1 month ago

Republicans Are Talking About Deporting Mamdani. There's Another Way They Could Really Hurt Him.

Zohran Mamdani's candidacy for New York City mayor has sparked calls for his deportation from Republican Rep. Andy Ogles based on questionable claims.
fromSecuritymagazine
1 month ago

How Smart Physical Security Measures Can Respect First Amendment Auditors

First Amendment auditors seek to test if their Constitutional rights are infringed by recording videos in public and semipublic spaces, targeting public service personnel.
US politics
#supreme-court
fromTruthout
1 month ago

EPA Suspends Over 140 Employees for Signing Letter of Dissent

The Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) has put 144 employees on leave after they signed a letter criticizing the Trump administration's "harmful" policies.
US politics
fromAdvocate.com
1 month ago

Appeals court rules transgender Florida teacher cannot use female pronouns in school

"Wood's suit, by her own admission, challenges only the statute's application to her speech 'in the classroom.' That means the state law governs her actions as an employee of the state, and does not infringe on her rights as a private citizen."
SF LGBT
US politics
fromTruthout
1 month ago

TX Families Sue to Stop Ten Commandments Requirement in Public School Classrooms

Texas' new law mandates public schools to display the Ten Commandments, facing legal challenges for potential violations of First Amendment rights.
fromenglish.elpais.com
1 month ago

The Ten Commandments enter the classrooms: Trump and his allies push for religious education

Texas law mandates display of the Ten Commandments in public schools, affecting millions of students, amidst legal challenges.
#protest
fromKqed
2 months ago
San Francisco

San Francisco Prepares for More ICE Protests After Night of Mass Arrests | KQED

fromKqed
2 months ago
San Francisco

San Francisco Prepares for More ICE Protests After Night of Mass Arrests | KQED

US politics
fromArs Technica
1 month ago

Supreme Court upholds Texas porn law that caused Pornhub to leave the state

Justice Kagan's dissent argues that Texas's law regulating website content requires strict scrutiny under First Amendment rights.
fromThe Nation
1 month ago

Bill Moyers Kept the Faith in Democracy. We Need His Example More Than Ever.

In a time when democracy seemed threatened, Moyers' commitment to bold journalism and active discourse was a clarion call for the future of American democracy.
US politics
fromsyracuse
1 month ago

GOP congressman calls on Trump administration to deport candidate for NYC mayor

In the face of unfounded allegations questioning my citizenship, I reaffirm my identity as a proud American, dedicated to serving all New Yorkers.
US politics
fromThe Verge
1 month ago

Porn age-gating is the future of the internet, thanks to the Supreme Court

The First Amendment leaves undisturbed States' traditional power to prevent minors from accessing speech that is obscene from their perspective.
US politics
fromABC7 Chicago
1 month ago

Palestinian student sues Michigan school over teacher's reaction to her refusal to stand for Pledge

Since you live in this country and enjoy its freedom, if you don't like it, you should go back to your country.
US politics
fromThe Nation
1 month ago

My Grandmother Stood Up to Nixon-Jeff Bezos Should Take Note

My grandmother was the woman who staved off threats from President Richard Nixon, defied her lawyers and her board, and said yes to publishing the Pentagon Papers.
US politics
#ftc
fromReason.com
1 month ago
Media industry

Advertising companies cave to the FTC. Media Matters sues to defend the First Amendment.

fromReason.com
1 month ago
Media industry

Advertising companies cave to the FTC. Media Matters sues to defend the First Amendment.

fromThe Washington Post
1 month ago

Lawsuit challenges Tennessee law against 'harboring' undocumented people

Tennessee lawsuit challenges new law criminalizing aid to undocumented immigrants, citing constitutional concerns and potential community harm.
fromAbove the Law
1 month ago

Amy Wax Loses Bid To Enjoin Sanctions - Above the Law

The conflict revolves around a law professor's sanctions and its classification as a First Amendment issue versus a breach of contract case.
#media-matters
fromThe Hill
1 month ago
Media industry

Media Matters sues FTC to block probe

Media Matters filed a lawsuit against the FTC, claiming its investigation is retaliation for the organization's First Amendment activities.
fromReason.com
2 months ago
Marketing tech

The FTC risks chilling speech with its advertising boycott investigation

The FTC's investigation into Media Matters raises significant First Amendment concerns regarding free speech and advocacy.
X Corp. accuses Media Matters of spreading false narratives that harm its advertising revenue.
Marketing tech
fromReason.com
2 months ago

The FTC risks chilling speech with its advertising boycott investigation

The FTC's investigation into Media Matters raises significant First Amendment concerns regarding free speech and advocacy.
X Corp. accuses Media Matters of spreading false narratives that harm its advertising revenue.
Miami food
fromMiami Herald
1 month ago

Weeks after being sued, city of Miami repeals anti-panhandling law

Miami city repeals ordinance criminalizing aggressive panhandling after legal challenges citing First Amendment rights.
#elon-musk
fromtime.com
1 month ago
NYC startup

Musk's X Sues New York in Latest Legal Battle Over Content Moderation: What to Know

fromtime.com
1 month ago
NYC startup

Musk's X Sues New York in Latest Legal Battle Over Content Moderation: What to Know

#social-media
fromArs Technica
1 month ago
NYC startup

X sues to block copycat NY content moderation law after California win

X claims New York's law pressures social media moderation, violating free speech rights and showing political bias against its founder, Elon Musk.
fromElectronic Frontier Foundation
2 months ago
Privacy technologies

EFF to Court: Young People Have First Amendment Rights

Utah's law limits minors' First Amendment rights to communicate freely on social media, hindering their expression and engagement in important societal topics.
Law
fromAbove the Law
1 month ago

Trump Sued By ABA Over... *Gestures At Months Of Lawlessness* - Above the Law

The American Bar Association has filed a lawsuit against Trump for threatening law firms over diversity and pro bono work.
fromArs Technica
1 month ago

Trump's FTC may impose merger condition that forbids advertising boycotts

Advertiser boycotts pose significant risks to free expression and can lead to legal concerns under antitrust laws.
fromwww.housingwire.com
2 months ago

Judge blocks CFPB bid to undo Townstone redlining settlement

The CFPB lawsuit against Townstone lacked legal grounds, raising concerns about regulatory overreach and its impact on protected political speech.
San Francisco
fromSFGATE
2 months ago

Immigration authorities revoke visas, detain Palestinian visitors at SFO

Two Palestinian men on a humanitarian mission were detained at San Francisco airport, facing deportation despite valid visas.
fromAdvocate.com
2 months ago

Judges forced a Florida Pride drag show indoors at the last minute

A drag show at Naples Pride was forced indoors by appellate judges citing safety concerns.
The ruling reflects ongoing tensions between public safety and First Amendment rights in LGBTQ+ contexts.
fromThe Nation
2 months ago

America Has Betrayed Palestinians. We Will Still Prevail.

The arrest of pro-Palestinian activists highlights significant concerns about civil liberties and political repression in the U.S.
Left-wing politics
fromTruthout
2 months 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.
fromwww.mediaite.com
2 months ago

Karoline Leavitt Gets Heated When Reporter Asks Why Trump Isn't Pledging to Protect Peaceful Protesters

President Trump emphasizes actions against violent protests while neglecting clarity on protection for peaceful protesters.
Black Lives Matter
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 months ago

Protesters have a right to wear masks despite Trump's double standard | Jan-Werner Muller

Protesters have a right to anonymity, which contrasts with demands for identifiable faces in civil disobedience, highlighting a complex legal and moral discourse.
Law
fromBusiness Insider
2 months ago

A judge's dismissal of Justin Baldoni's $400 million defamation suit is a win for Blake Lively, but it's not 'game over'

Blake Lively achieved a legal victory as a judge dismissed Justin Baldoni's defamation lawsuit, although Baldoni can amend his claim.
fromwww.mercurynews.com
2 months ago

Your rights as a protester: What to know and what to do if you're detained

Participating in protests on public property is protected under the First Amendment, provided it does not obstruct traffic. Peaceful civil disobedience is not protected.
Privacy professionals
#yoga
fromSFGATE
2 months ago

Trump cut UC Berkeley researchers' funding. Their response is a fierce lawsuit.

The plaintiffs seek an injunction to restore their lost funding and prevent unlawful grant terminations, illustrating the vital role federal grants play in research.
NYC parents
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