#first-amendment-rights

#first-amendment-rights

TikTok is seeking to block a law that orders its sale due to national security concerns before a potential ban in the U.S.

TikTok is likely to lose its legal battle against a US ban based on court proceedings.

The House of Representatives is voting on a bill that could ban TikTok in the U.S.

Many believe the bill violates First Amendment rights and represents government overreach.

Trump expresses support for TikTok, criticizing Facebook as 'enemy of the people'

Legislation proposed to ban TikTok in the US leads to concerns over First Amendment rights.

TikTok and ByteDance sued the U.S. government over the ban, citing violation of First Amendment rights.

TikTok and ByteDance file lawsuit against U.S. government over potential ban, citing First Amendment rights violation.

Libraries are uniting for the first coordinated Day of Action to combat book banning in the U.S. on October 19.

Pornhub blocked access in Texas due to age verification law objections

Texas AG called it a 'victory' while free expression advocates warned against censorship

An appellate court ruled Texas cannot ban books from libraries based on content disliked by officials.

Court rulings consistently strike down laws censoring the internet, emphasizing the importance of focusing on advancing legislation that solves online privacy and competition issues without limiting users' free speech.

The Supreme Court declined to rule on the constitutionality of laws in Florida and Texas that would require online platforms to publish political speech they would otherwise remove.

Pro-Palestinian student groups continue to assert their right to hold events despite university censorship and security concerns, particularly surrounding sensitive anniversaries.

Concerns arise over the protection of First Amendment rights for pro-Palestine demonstrators amidst CPD actions during the Democratic National Convention.

Balancing free speech with student safety on college campuses amidst Israeli-Palestinian conflict protests.

Donald Trump is requesting the termination of a gag order imposed during his falsifying records case, citing First Amendment rights.

Trump seeks to move his criminal case to federal court to prevent sentencing before resolution of the matter.

Concerns regarding constitutional violations and First Amendment impacts are central to Trump's legal filing.

An appeals court has upheld a gag order against Donald Trump in the federal election interference case, narrowing its scope but affirming the restrictions imposed by the trial court.

The court rejected Trump's arguments that the limited gag order violated his First Amendment rights, noting that participants in court cases are subject to different rules than the public at large and that restrictions are permissible when narrowly tailored to achieve a compelling interest.

The Supreme Court ruling on obstruction charges related to the January 6 Capitol riot may impact the cases of approximately 350 individuals, including Donald Trump, and could also protect First Amendment rights.

The legal team of Donald Trump will argue against the case brought by Fani Willis on first amendment grounds.

The hearing in Georgia will determine the merits of Willis's case and its impact on Trump's legal challenges.

The civil rights of protesters were violated leading to a significant financial settlement.

Protesters in New York demand a mask ban on college campuses to enhance safety against rising anti-Semitic sentiments during demonstrations.

A federal appeals court has allowed a law in Iowa banning books depicting sexual acts to take effect in public schools, impacting book selections and educational curriculum.

Eight TikTok content creators sued the U.S. government over the TikTok ban, citing First Amendment rights.

The lawsuit filed by a San Diego Catholic nonprofit aims to protect access to medication-induced abortion reversal treatment against California Attorney General's allegations of false advertising.

Two Little Havana businessmen have filed a lawsuit asking for Miami Commissioner Joe Carollo to be removed from office.

The lawsuit argues that Carollo violated the businessmen's First Amendment rights, triggering a provision in the city charter.

Governor Newsom plans to pass a state law against voice manipulation in campaign ads after Elon Musk reposted an AI generated fake audio video of VP Kamala Harris.

Governor Gavin Newsom vows to pass a state law against voice manipulation in campaign ads in response to Elon Musk's reposting of AI-generated fake audio.

Elon Musk fights California law on content moderation transparency.

The US Supreme Court rejected Elon Musk's appeal to terminate his SEC settlement, upholding the ruling against him.

Thousands arrested in pro-Palestinian protests at academic institutions. Charges dropped, showing First Amendment rights importance.

Assange can pursue an appeal against extradition to the U.S.

The High Court ruled Julian Assange cannot be extradited to the US immediately, pending assurances on his treatment and rights.

The court granted the US three weeks to provide assurances on Assange's First Amendment rights and protection from the death penalty.

TikTok creators sued the government over a law requiring ByteDance to sell the company, citing First Amendment violations.

Legislation signed by President Biden could force ByteDance to sell TikTok in the U.S., facing a potential ban, raising concerns about First Amendment rights and national security implications.

Police departments use social media surveillance tools without transparency, risking First Amendment rights.

EFF opposes California Assembly Bill 3080 due to internet censorship potential.

Texas is at the center of a Supreme Court case challenging a state law on age verification for porn websites.

The Supreme Court did not block a Texas law requiring age verification for minors' online access to pornography.

Pornhub suspends access in Texas due to age verification law upheld by court.

Texas passes law requiring age verification on adult websites.

The US Supreme Court denied blocking a Texas law requiring age verification on porn sites, affecting Pornhub and other sites, with potential impact on First Amendment rights.

Texas can enforce law for age-verification on porn websites, but not for health warnings

5th Circuit ruled age-verification requirement is legitimate to prevent minors' access to pornography

The U.S. 5th Circuit Court of Appeals has blocked a Texas law that restricts the availability of certain books in school libraries.

The law requires vendors to rate books based on their sexual content and references and requires parental consent for students to check out 'sexually relevant' books.

House lawmakers moving swiftly to potentially ban TikTok in the U.S.

Proposed bill requires TikTok to separate from ByteDance in five months or face ban.

Congress voted to effectively ban TikTok, creating a legal battle regarding First Amendment rights and national security implications.

The Utah House disapproved a bill banning LGBTQ+ Pride flags in classrooms and enforcing teacher neutrality.

Vague language in the bill raised concerns about stifling critical thinking and undermining teachers' First Amendment rights.

Detractors warned bill could ban classroom expression

Bill H.B. 303 defeated in Utah House of Representatives

Movie companies have lost a third attempt to unmask Reddit users who posted comments discussing piracy.

US Magistrate Judge Thomas Hixson stated that provision of an IP address is considered unmasking and subject to First Amendment scrutiny.

Film studios are attempting for the third time in less than a year to force Reddit to share information about users discussing piracy on the site.

In previous attempts, the courts ruled in favor of Reddit, citing First Amendment rights to anonymous speech.

NetChoice, representing major companies, sues Georgia to halt law on high-volume sellers' data collection on online classified sites, citing federal law clash and constitutional issues.

An internet trade group is suing Georgia over a law requiring data on online sellers who collect payments offline.

NetChoice is suing Georgia over a law requiring online classified sites to gather data on high-volume sellers who collect payment offline.

Internet trade group sues Georgia over law requiring data on high-volume sellers who collect offline payments.

NetChoice filed a lawsuit against Georgia's law requiring online classified sites to gather data on high-volume sellers who collect payment offline, citing violations of federal law and First Amendment rights.

NetChoice, representing tech companies, is suing Georgia over a law requiring data collection from online sellers using offline payment methods.

The lawsuit argues the Georgia law violates First Amendment rights and is unconstitutionally vague, seeking a temporary and permanent block from enforcement.