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society 2025-07-03 22:14
Trump administration targets anti-Israel activist Mahmoud Khalil for deportation - Mahmoud Khalil was arrested due to his pro-Palestinian activism at Columbia University, raising concerns about his potential deportation.
- A federal judge released Khalil on bail while a related case brought by a Honduran family challenges ICE arrests at courthouses.
- These events highlight a contentious debate over free speech and national security in the context of U.S. immigration policy.
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society 2025-05-30 23:07
ACLU files lawsuit against Honolulu police for arresting sober drivers - The ACLU of Hawaii has filed a class-action lawsuit against the Honolulu Police Department over wrongful DUI arrests.
- The lawsuit highlights a troubling trend of officers arresting drivers without evidence of impairment, citing low blood-alcohol content levels.
- The case raises concerns about potential police practices that may prioritize arrest numbers over public safety, calling for an urgent review of their procedures.
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politics 2025-04-30 19:40
Judge blocks Florida's immigration law enforcement amid legal battles - A federal judge in Miami issued a restraining order halting a Florida law that penalizes undocumented immigrants.
- The new law, enacted by Governor Ron DeSantis, conflicts with federal immigration enforcement responsibilities.
- The judge is considering contempt charges against the Attorney General for contradicting her ruling.
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politics 2025-04-07 11:00
DOJ lawyer suspended for questioning Trump's deportation actions - Erez Reuveni raised concerns about the legality of a deportation case he was representing.
- Reuveni was put on paid leave for not fully advocating for the Trump administration's stance.
- The incident highlights ongoing issues regarding deportation practices and legal oversight under the Trump administration.
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politics 2025-04-03 00:00
ACLU sues NIH over illegal funding cuts to critical research - A lawsuit was filed by the ACLU alleging NIH conducted an ideological purge of research funding.
- Approximately 678 research projects were terminated, affecting crucial areas of medical research.
- The lawsuit calls for the restoration of funding and aims to uphold the integrity of NIH's grant review process.
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society 2025-03-18 18:36
Authorities remain silent about 48 missing New Mexico residents after ICE raid - The ACLU has highlighted the unknown whereabouts of 48 individuals arrested during immigration raids in New Mexico.
- Advocates are concerned about the lack of transparency regarding conditions and legal access for these detainees.
- The situation underscores serious human rights violations and has evoked urgent calls for investigation.
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society 2025-02-13 20:10
Lawsuit demands access for migrant detainees at Guantanamo - A federal lawsuit was filed by the ACLU demanding legal access for migrant detainees at Guantanamo Bay.
- Migrant detainees have been flown to the facility under orders from President Trump, raising constitutional concerns.
- The lawsuit highlights the need for immediate attorney access to uphold the legal rights of detained migrants.
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society 2024-12-28 19:30
ACLU sues Bureau of Prisons over failure to implement First Step Act - The BOP faced significant scrutiny over its $8.3 billion budget, resulting in morale and workforce issues, ranking last among federal agencies in employee satisfaction.
- Key accomplishments included successful management of CARES Act prisoners and improvements in the First Step Act's sentence calculation system, despite ongoing implementation challenges.
- As BOP enters 2025, it must address hurdles in reforming its practices and adapting to the criticisms and demands for fairer treatment and conditions for inmates.
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politics 2024-09-30 19:09
ACLU Challenges New Hampshire's Voter Citizenship Law - A lawsuit has been filed against a New Hampshire law mandating proof of U.S. citizenship for voter registration and photo ID for voting.
- The law, signed by Governor Chris Sununu, is set to take effect after the November elections and has been criticized for creating barriers to voting.
- The ACLU and other organizations argue that such laws could disenfranchise eligible voters and undermine the electoral process.
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politics, society 2024-09-06 21:15
ACLU invests $1.3M to inform Montana voters on Supreme Court candidates - The ACLU plans to spend $1.3 million to educate voters on Supreme Court candidates' positions on abortion and civil rights.
- This investment follows previous partisan attempts to influence the court and reflects growing concerns over judicial independence.
- The ACLU aims to ensure informed voting, as the outcome could significantly impact civil rights in Montana.
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politics, society 2024-08-23 00:00
Support for Students' Free Speech Rights - Various organizations and individuals, including the ACLU and others, submit amicus briefs supporting strong First Amendment protection for K-12 students' outside-school speech.
- The briefs highlight a mix of liberal, conservative, and apolitical perspectives on the matter.
- The focus is on advocating for students' free speech rights in educational settings.
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society, politics, international affairs 2024-08-18 00:00
Influence of Jewish Voice for Peace - The anti-Israel group Jewish Voice for Peace is in the spotlight.
- They share union with well-known institutions like The Washington Post and Politico.
- Concerns arise over the influence of Jewish Voice for Peace amid anti-Israel protests.
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society, politics, legislation 2024-08-16 00:00
ACLU Responds to Fifth Circuit Ruling - The ACLU responds to the Fifth Circuit's Smith ruling in a detailed post.
- The Roger Baldwin Foundation of ACLU also offers their perspective on the ruling.
- The reactions from both organizations shed light on the implications of the court's decision.
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politics 2024-08-13 16:19
Trump Wants to Deport Foreign Students Supporting Hamas - Trump announces plan to revoke visas of foreign students openly supporting Hamas.
- The ACLU argues that such action would be unconstitutional.
- Deportation of pro-Hamas radicals proposed as a strategy to quell protests.
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society 2024-08-13 12:57
State Records on Mentally Ill Detainees Destroyed, ACLU Claims - State records related to the treatment of mentally ill detainees in Baltimore were destroyed.
- ACLU raises concerns about the handling of mentally ill detainees in the city.
- The destruction of key records poses challenges for evaluating and improving mental health care for detainees.
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politics, society 2024-08-13 03:20
Project 2025: A Blueprint for Change or a Threat to Rights? - The Heritage Foundation's Project 2025 poses a threat to LGBTQ rights.
- ProPublica reports on the radical agenda of Project 2025 and its Christofascist threat to LGBTQ citizens.
- Chase Strangio of ACLU highlights the dangers of Project 2025.
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