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Despite 'New' Updates, Flock's Creepy Cameras Remain Major Civil Liberties Threat
In response to Flock’s announcement of operational changes, the ACLU breaks down why many fall short.
By Chad Marlow for Tracking ALPR Cameras
Despite 'New' Updates, Flock's Creepy Cameras Remain Major Civil Liberties ThreatPodcast
What’s On The Docket: A 2026 SCOTUS Briefing
‘Tis the season ... to stay ready. A busy Supreme Court term is already underway, with trans rights, redistricting, birthright citizenship, and more on the docket. And this week, Cecillia Wang is...
Defending Our Rights Under a Second Trump Administration
From blocking unconstitutional orders to mobilizing millions, here’s how we're fighting back and what comes next.
Veterans Share Why the Military Is Stronger When Women Can Serve in Ground Combat Roles
Veterans reflect on their military service, the requirements of ground combat occupations, and the decade-long integration of women into those roles.
By Ricardo Mimbela
Veterans Share Why the Military Is Stronger When Women Can Serve in Ground Combat Roles
States are Punishing Women Who Survive Violence with Incarceration. They Deserve Clemency.
One woman violently forced into assisting a murder seeks clemency in Michigan. Author and journalist Justine van der Leun calls for states to enact laws protecting criminalized survivors.
By Justine van der Leun
States are Punishing Women Who Survive Violence with Incarceration. They Deserve Clemency.
A Multi-Generational Fight for Desegregated Schools in Los Angeles
For more than 40 years, equal access to educational opportunities of Los Angeles students under the California Constitution have been protected by a court order. Now, those court-ordered protections are being challenged.
By Amanda Walgrove, Jonathan Newton
A Multi-Generational Fight for Desegregated Schools in Los AngelesPodcast
What’s On The Docket: A 2026 SCOTUS Briefing
‘Tis the season ... to stay ready. A busy Supreme Court term is already underway, with trans rights, redistricting, birthright citizenship, and more on the docket. And this week, Cecillia Wang is...
Defending Our Rights Under a Second Trump Administration
From blocking unconstitutional orders to mobilizing millions, here’s how we're fighting back and what comes next.
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“Here’s to the Work Ahead.” How I’m Honoring the Legendary Cecile Richards
I’ve known Cecile for years through our work in the reproductive rights space. Today, I remember my friend as a fierce and loving advocate for...
By Louise Melling
I’ve known Cecile for years through our work in the reproductive rights space. Today, I remember my friend as a fierce and loving advocate for...
By Louise Melling
How to Take Action on Inauguration Day and Beyond
Our civil liberties and civil rights are on the line. The ACLU’s guide helps to connect you with ways to advocate for our freedoms.
By ACLU
Our civil liberties and civil rights are on the line. The ACLU’s guide helps to connect you with ways to advocate for our freedoms.
By ACLU
Now Is Our Moment to Fight for Immigrants
At 13, Maribel Hernández Rivera thought that no one cared about her struggles as an undocumented person living in the U.S. Today, as an advocate...
By Lora Strum
At 13, Maribel Hernández Rivera thought that no one cared about her struggles as an undocumented person living in the U.S. Today, as an advocate...
By Lora Strum
Banning TikTok is Unconstitutional. The Supreme Court Must Step In.
Our First Amendment right to express ourselves must be protected.
By Ashley Gorski, Patrick Toomey
Our First Amendment right to express ourselves must be protected.
By Ashley Gorski, Patrick Toomey
Supreme Court May Decide if the Government Can Childproof the Internet
In Free Speech Coalition v. Paxton, the court will hear arguments about whether a law that requires age-verification before accessing sexual speech...
By Vera Eidelman, Sam LaFrance
In Free Speech Coalition v. Paxton, the court will hear arguments about whether a law that requires age-verification before accessing sexual speech...
By Vera Eidelman, Sam LaFrance
The Long Journey Home
For many people seeking safety, the journey to winning asylum in the U.S. is long. The ACLU goes behind the scenes of our new series, Letters to...
By Gabby Arias, Kohar Minassian, Eva Lopez
For many people seeking safety, the journey to winning asylum in the U.S. is long. The ACLU goes behind the scenes of our new series, Letters to...
By Gabby Arias, Kohar Minassian, Eva Lopez
Staying Focused on the Fight: How the ACLU is Celebrating 105 Years
As the nation prepares for a second Trump presidency, the ACLU has never been more focused on how to preserve and expand our most vital civil...
By Anthony D. Romero
As the nation prepares for a second Trump presidency, the ACLU has never been more focused on how to preserve and expand our most vital civil...
By Anthony D. Romero
How “Stay-or-Pay” Contracts Are Used to Abuse Immigrant Workers
Shiny Lal came to the U.S. to chase the American dream, instead she found herself in an abusive employment contract that could cost her nearly...
By Rachel Dempsey, Gillian Thomas, Ricardo Mimbela
Shiny Lal came to the U.S. to chase the American dream, instead she found herself in an abusive employment contract that could cost her nearly...
By Rachel Dempsey, Gillian Thomas, Ricardo Mimbela
We're Fighting Back Against Efforts to Intimidate Professors into Silence
A SLAPP (Strategic Lawsuit Against Public Participation) suit brought against Columbia professors who criticized the school’s response to student...
By Scarlet Kim, Daniel Mullkoff
A SLAPP (Strategic Lawsuit Against Public Participation) suit brought against Columbia professors who criticized the school’s response to student...
By Scarlet Kim, Daniel Mullkoff
Where FBI Director Nominee Kash Patel Stands on Civil Liberties
The ACLU has more than 100 years’ experience holding power accountable. As President-elect Donald Trump rolls out his cabinet picks, we analyze...
By Cody Venzke
The ACLU has more than 100 years’ experience holding power accountable. As President-elect Donald Trump rolls out his cabinet picks, we analyze...
By Cody Venzke
