ACLU Warns Travelers of Potential Phone Searches at US Border
#ACLU #phoneprivacyThe ACLU suggests traveling with minimal information due to reports of visitors being denied US entry after phone searches. It's advised to protect devices and use strong passwords, as officials can search and download all data. read more
Lawsuit filed to stop transfer of undocumented immigrants to Guantánamo
#ACLU #GuantanamoBayThe ACLU sued to block the transfer of 10 undocumented immigrants detained in the US to Guantánamo Bay, a naval base in Cuba, arguing it violates their legal rights. The detainees' attorneys claim they are not high-risk criminals or gang members. read more
ACLU Sues ICE Over Lack of Info on Deportation Plans
#ACLU #massdeportationThe ACLU files lawsuit against ICE to uncover details about Trump's mass deportation plans, including expanded use of charter flights. Concerns about the impact on immigrant communities are addressed as the lawsuit requests transparency in government actions. read more
ACLU Warns Senate Bill on Antisemitism Could Infringe Free Speech
#ACLU #USpoliticsThe ACLU cautions against a Senate bill targeting antisemitism on campuses, fearing it would stifle freedom of speech. The bill proposes using a contentious definition of antisemitism that could limit criticisms of the Israeli government. read more
ACLU Warns Against HR 9495 Giving Trump Power Over Enemies
#ACLU #USpoliticsThe ACLU warns that a new House bill could grant President-elect Trump powers to suppress free speech and target political opponents, including non-profit organizations. The bill, HR 9495, would allow investigations into tax-exempt groups and faces criticism from civil rights groups. read more
ACLU Rejects Staff Petition to Oppose U.S. Military Aid to Israel
#ACLU #IsraelThe American Civil Liberties Union rejected a petition from staff to divest from Israel and condemn the war in Gaza, stating its domestic mission does not require a stance on international conflicts. The decision was met with criticism amid ongoing debates. -GazaWar read more
Kamala Harris's Past Progressive Views Spotlighted in 2019 Questionnaire
#ACLU #KamalaHarrisA 2019 ACLU questionnaire sheds light on Kamala Harris's past support for progressive causes, including funding cuts to ICE and taxpayer-funded gender transition surgeries. Her campaign emphasizes that her current positions have evolved after three years of governance. read more
#JeffLandry #ACLU
Louisiana governor Jeff Landry, previously eager to be sued, is now facing a lawsuit from the ACLU and other civil liberties groups over a new law mandating the display of Ten Commandments in public school classrooms, which they argue violates the constitution. read more
#ACLU #BidenBorderOrder
The ACLU, along with other civil rights groups, sues President Biden over an executive order that restricts asylum claims at the US-Mexico border. The lawsuit contends that the order violates federal law and international asylum rights, potentially endangering those seeking protection. read more