#first-amendment-rights

#first-amendment-rights

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

The Kids Online Safety Act (KOSA) has been amended but is still considered unconstitutional and a censorship bill.

KOSA grants government officials the power to decide what information can be shared online and still allows state attorneys general to target online services they don't like.

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

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.

TikTok creators join legal battle against US ban, citing First Amendment rights.

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

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.

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

TikTok preparing for legal battle in the US over potential ban due to ownership by Chinese company ByteDance.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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

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

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

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.

EFF urges federal appeals court to reinstate lawsuit challenging California's content moderation law

EFF asserts California's law threatens social media platforms' editorial processes and 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.

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

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

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

ByteDance may have a strong First Amendment case against the US government regarding the potential TikTok ban.

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 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.

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.

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

Elon Musk fights California law on content moderation transparency.

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.

Forcing TikTok's shutdown based on vague national security threats could violate First Amendment rights.

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

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.

House Members across party lines opposed the bill banning TikTok due to concerns about rushed process and violation of First Amendment rights.

They advocated for comprehensive data privacy legislation instead of targeting one company for national security concerns.

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

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

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.

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.

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.

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

TikTok deems the bill banning the app in the U.S. as "unconstitutional" and vows to challenge it in court.

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.

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.

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.

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.