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2026-08-20 09:50:05

DOJ Shift Threatens Disability Integration Mandate, Advocates Warn

Blind siblings Cody and Kaleigh Brendle thrive through community-based programs protected by the ADA's integration mandate. Now, a DOJ policy shift and lawsuit threaten these rights for millions, prompting Kaleigh to pursue disability law. read more

2026-08-10 12:40:07

Disabled Workers Forced to Choose Jobs or Health Coverage

Disabled Iowan Erica Carter faced losing Medicaid due to income caps, forcing a choice between her finance job and benefits. She kept working, spending $35,000 yearly on care, while advocates push to remove limits hindering disabled professionals' careers. read more

2026-07-20 09:40:03

Disabled Patients Denied Medicaid by Computer Glitches

Michigan's Medicaid system, operated by Deloitte, wrongly denied disabled patient Marie Noon coverage due to IT errors, causing financial strain. Similar issues occurred in Tennessee and Texas, raising concerns as states implement new federal Medicaid changes. read more

2026-07-01 12:30:08

Parents fear disability rights under threat

Parents fear disabled children's hard-won rights to inclusive education and community living face regression under Trump. Policy shifts at Education and DOJ, plus RFK Jr.'s leadership, signal a return to marginalizing institutionalization, advocates warn. read more

2026-06-20 21:10:05

Justice Department memo threatens disability rights progress

A Justice Department memo threatens decades of disability civil rights, arguing states need not provide home-based care. Advocates fear a return to institutionalization, calling it a "dark era" that undermines the Olmstead ruling and community integration. read more

2026-06-04 10:20:06

Disability advocates warn school screen bans harm vulnerable students

Students with disabilities rely on screens for learning, but nationwide bans threaten their access. Soraya Martin uses tech for dyslexia, excelling with speech-to-text. Advocates fear policies overlook disabled students, risking educational equity and civil rights. read more

2026-05-14 22:50:03

New York district ordered to reform after confining disabled Native kids in boxes

New York officials ordered sweeping reforms after Salmon River School District confined Native children with disabilities in wooden boxes. Teachers used them as "calming stations" without parental notification. Parents, citing residential school trauma, demand accountability and healing. read more

2026-04-22 09:40:08

Trump administration delays disability access rule

The Trump administration delayed a rule requiring public institutions to make digital content accessible for people with disabilities, extending the deadline by one year. Disability advocates condemned the move, citing decades of waiting for equality under the ADA. read more

2026-03-27 23:50:05

DOJ Sues SeaWorld Parent Over Walker Ban

The DOJ sued SeaWorld's parent company, alleging its ban on wheeled walkers with seats violates the ADA by discriminating against guests with disabilities. The suit seeks policy changes, staff training, and compensation for affected individuals. read more

2026-03-17 19:20:05

Deaf Passenger, Airline Clash Over Removal Cause

A deaf woman says Frontier Airlines removed her from a flight over a dispute about hearing crew instructions, calling it embarrassing. The airline claims removal was due to her boarding with an open alcohol container, violating policy and federal law. read more

2026-03-12 00:10:05

Lyft Guarantees Service Animal Rides Nationwide

Lyft will guarantee rides for passengers with service animals nationwide after a Minnesota settlement. The agreement follows a blind student's complaint about denied rides with her guide dog. Lyft must enhance driver training and app accessibility features. read more

2026-02-18 15:40:08

Southwest Sued for Abandoning Disabled Passenger

A wheelchair user with anxiety disorder is suing Southwest Airlines after an employee abandoned her in an airport restroom in 2024, causing a severe, ongoing mental health crisis, according to a federal lawsuit. read more

2026-02-16 18:50:05

Southwest Sued for Stranding Disabled Passenger

A 64-year-old wheelchair user with panic disorder is suing Southwest Airlines, alleging an employee abandoned her in an airport restroom during a 2024 connection. The federal lawsuit claims this caused a severe, ongoing mental health crisis. read more

2026-02-15 15:40:05

Southwest Sued Over Stranded Passengers Panic Attack

A 64-year-old wheelchair user with panic disorder is suing Southwest Airlines, alleging an employee abandoned her in an airport restroom during a 2024 connection. The federal lawsuit claims this triggered a severe, ongoing mental health crisis. read more

2026-01-30 17:50:08

ICE Detention Blamed for Disabled Mans Death

A disabled Texas man died after his father and primary caregiver was detained by ICE. The family blames the agency, stating the stress killed him. His detained father was also denied permission to attend his son's funeral. read more

2024-10-24 21:20:04

American Airlines Fined $50 Million for Mistreating Passengers with Disabilities

American Airlines is fined $50 million by the US Department of Transportation for mistreating passengers with disabilities, resulting in injuries. Secretary Buttigieg aims to set a new accountability standard, as American Airlines plans to enhance services for disabled passengers. read more

2024-07-26 20:40:07

Senator Tammy Duckworth condemns Donald Trump for his reported comments about people with disabilities, highlighting his past actions against the community. Democrats mark the 34th anniversary of the Americans with Disabilities Act with criticism towards Trump and concerns for the future. read more

2024-07-24 13:40:07

Fred Trump III reveals that his uncle, Donald Trump, suggested people with disabilities 'should just die' during an Oval Office meeting in May 2020. This shocking revelation is part of Fred's upcoming book, highlighting other offensive comments made by the former president. read more

2024-07-19 19:40:03

Angie Martin, a mother in Abilene, Texas, is outraged after a car salesman drove her daughter with Down Syndrome to the dealership without her consent. The dealership explained they feared violating the Americans with Disabilities Act by refusing service. read more

2024-07-19 13:10:06

Disabled people in Gaza, like Jamal al Rozzi's son, face unimaginable struggles during conflict, where evacuation proves challenging. Families are torn apart or risk their lives together, while aid often lacks crucial disability support. The world must acknowledge the dire situation in Gaza. read more

2024-07-12 12:10:07

The US special advisor on disability rights praises The Independent's investigation into Russia forcibly removing 500 people with disabilities in Ukraine. The advisor emphasizes the importance of highlighting the impact of war on the disabled community. read more

2024-05-28 14:00:07

The UK government pledges action following the disappearance of hundreds of Ukrainians with disabilities into Russia, revealed in an investigation by The Independent. Deputy foreign secretary, Andrew Mitchell, calls for accountability and support for the disabled community in Ukraine. read more

2024-05-03 12:40:10

People with disabilities in Ukraine face harsh conditions during war, overlooked and struggling to access essential services. Organizations need to enforce and expand protections for this vulnerable group. read more

2024-05-02 14:30:05

The report highlights the devastating impact of the war on Ukrainians with disabilities, who face abduction, abuse, and neglect. Urgent action is needed to protect and support this vulnerable group, underscoring the need for better international laws and awareness. read more