News & Commentary
Top Stories
![TrumpBidenMemos_StandardBlog](https://assets.aclu.org/live/uploads/2024/06/TrumpBidenMemos_StandardBlog1110x740-800x533.jpg)
This November, Freedom is on the Ballot
We’re sharing our battle-ready playbook to defend our civil liberties and civil rights in the event of a second Biden or Trump administration.
By Anthony D. Romero
This November, Freedom is on the BallotPodcast
The Supreme Court Ruled, What Now?
Another Supreme Court term has come to a close. This year, the court delivered major decisions on reproductive freedom, voting rights, free speech, this women's rights, gun rights, and presidential...
Latest on COVID-19
![Learn about legal actions filed since the start of the outbreak](https://assets.aclu.org/live/uploads/2019/10/tracker1600x1066-2-400x267.png)
Since the start of COVID-19, we’ve filed more than 100 legal actions. Visit our tracker to learn more.
![A picture of Donald Trump.](https://assets.aclu.org/live/uploads/2024/07/trump-immunity-blog-800x533.jpg)
Supreme Court Grants Trump, Future Presidents a Blank Check to Break the Law
By granting Donald Trump immunity for a wide range of criminal conduct committed while in office, the Supreme Court has set a dangerous precedent that presidents are above the law.
By David Cole, Brett Max Kaufman
Supreme Court Grants Trump, Future Presidents a Blank Check to Break the Law![A checkered graphic featuring different images pertaining to the president, the Supreme Court, and royalty.](https://assets.aclu.org/live/uploads/2024/07/kings-full-bleed-800x533.jpg)
Pop Quiz: How Much Do You know About America’s History Of Rejecting Kings?
America’s past is filled with examples where Presidents could’ve been made King. How much do you already know?
By ACLU
Pop Quiz: How Much Do You know About America’s History Of Rejecting Kings?![Two demonstrators holding a sign that says "ACLU Out For Freedom."](https://assets.aclu.org/live/uploads/2024/06/stonewall-report-blog-2-800x533.jpg)
55 Years After Stonewall, Police Reform Stalls at Symbolic Gestures
The ACLU’s latest report shows how, despite efforts to show solidarity with the LGBTQ community, police harassment, violence and discrimination continues to target sexual and gender minorities.
By Gillian Branstetter
55 Years After Stonewall, Police Reform Stalls at Symbolic GesturesPodcast
The Supreme Court Ruled, What Now?
Another Supreme Court term has come to a close. This year, the court delivered major decisions on reproductive freedom, voting rights, free speech, this women's rights, gun rights, and presidential...
Latest on COVID-19
![Learn about legal actions filed since the start of the outbreak](https://assets.aclu.org/live/uploads/2019/10/tracker1600x1066-2-400x267.png)
Since the start of COVID-19, we’ve filed more than 100 legal actions. Visit our tracker to learn more.
Latest stories
Battling for Reproductive Rights: Ohio's Religious Communities Advocate for Abortion
Two Ohio advocates share how they’re fighting for reproductive freedom in their state.
By Isabel Rodriguez
Two Ohio advocates share how they’re fighting for reproductive freedom in their state.
By Isabel Rodriguez
![Supporters of Issue 1 attend a rally for the Right to Reproductive Freedom amendment held by Ohioans United for Reproductive Rights at the Ohio State House.](https://assets.aclu.org/live/uploads/2023/11/Ohio-ballot-measure-blog-400x267.jpg)
![Supporters of Issue 1 attend a rally for the Right to Reproductive Freedom amendment held by Ohioans United for Reproductive Rights at the Ohio State House.](https://assets.aclu.org/live/uploads/2023/11/Ohio-ballot-measure-blog-400x400.jpg)
Why We Must Reject Efforts to Restrict Constitutionally Protected Speech on College Campuses
Calls to punish and silence student activists betray the Constitution and the spirit of free inquiry that is critical to life at public universities.
By David Cole
Calls to punish and silence student activists betray the Constitution and the spirit of free inquiry that is critical to life at public universities.
By David Cole
![Individuals from Students for Justice in Palestine speak at the Boot Boeing! Free Palestine march and rally while they block all the entrances to Governor Pritzker's Chicago office in downtown Chicago.](https://assets.aclu.org/live/uploads/2023/11/campus-free-speech-blog-400x267.jpg)
![Individuals from Students for Justice in Palestine speak at the Boot Boeing! Free Palestine march and rally while they block all the entrances to Governor Pritzker's Chicago office in downtown Chicago.](https://assets.aclu.org/live/uploads/2023/11/campus-free-speech-blog-400x400.jpg)
White Supremacy is Fueling Extreme Anti-Immigrant Policy in Texas
A radical anti-immigrant bill is advancing through a special legislative session — but Texans can demand their representatives vote no.
By Sarah Mehta, Jonathan Blazer
A radical anti-immigrant bill is advancing through a special legislative session — but Texans can demand their representatives vote no.
By Sarah Mehta, Jonathan Blazer
![American and Texas state flags flying on the dome of the Texas State Capitol building.](https://assets.aclu.org/live/uploads/2023/11/american-and-texas-state-flags-b-400x267.jpg)
![American and Texas state flags flying on the dome of the Texas State Capitol building.](https://assets.aclu.org/live/uploads/2023/11/american-and-texas-state-flags-b-400x400.jpg)
Why I’m Challenging My School’s Sexist Dress Code Policies
We’re demanding change by filing a complaint with the Department of Education’s Office of Civil Rights.
By Genesis
We’re demanding change by filing a complaint with the Department of Education’s Office of Civil Rights.
By Genesis
![A silhouette of a line of runners.](https://assets.aclu.org/live/uploads/2023/11/track-dress-code-blog-2-400x267.jpg)
![A silhouette of a line of runners.](https://assets.aclu.org/live/uploads/2023/11/track-dress-code-blog-2-400x400.jpg)
We All Pathologized Britney Spears
On October 24, Britney Spears released her tell-all memoir, “The Woman in Me.” In the book, she traces her journey from childhood stardom to...
On October 24, Britney Spears released her tell-all memoir, “The Woman in Me.” In the book, she traces her journey from childhood stardom to...
![photo dated 29/08/16 of Britney Spears who has name dropped Sir Elton John and Paris Hilton in her new memoir published on Tuesday.](https://assets.aclu.org/live/uploads/2023/11/britney-vmas-blog-400x266.jpg)
![photo dated 29/08/16 of Britney Spears who has name dropped Sir Elton John and Paris Hilton in her new memoir published on Tuesday.](https://assets.aclu.org/live/uploads/2023/11/britney-vmas-blog-600x600.jpg)
Why We’re Taking the Fight for Trans Youth Health Care to the Supreme Court
We’re determined to pursue every path available toward a brighter future for trans people and our families.
By Chase Strangio
We’re determined to pursue every path available toward a brighter future for trans people and our families.
By Chase Strangio
![A photo of Lemon Williams (left.)](https://assets.aclu.org/live/uploads/2023/11/lemon-trans-rights-blogs-400x267.jpg)
![A photo of Lemon Williams (left.)](https://assets.aclu.org/live/uploads/2023/11/lemon-trans-rights-blogs-400x400.jpg)
TSA Shouldn't Force a Bad Digital ID System on America
If we must have a digital ID system, we should take the time to do it right.
By Jay Stanley
If we must have a digital ID system, we should take the time to do it right.
By Jay Stanley
![Hand holding a paperless passport virtual ID on smartphone screen with airport timetables as background.](https://assets.aclu.org/live/uploads/2023/10/paperless-passport-virtual-id-on-phone-b-400x267.jpg)
![Hand holding a paperless passport virtual ID on smartphone screen with airport timetables as background.](https://assets.aclu.org/live/uploads/2023/10/paperless-passport-virtual-id-on-phone-b-400x400.jpg)
The Government Can't Retain Seized Digital Devices and Data Indefinitely Without Justification
A federal circuit court rightly found the government may not hold on to our digital devices or data indefinitely.
By Noam Shemtov, Jennifer Stisa Granick
A federal circuit court rightly found the government may not hold on to our digital devices or data indefinitely.
By Noam Shemtov, Jennifer Stisa Granick
![A cardboard cutout of My Pillow founder Mike Lindell.](https://assets.aclu.org/live/uploads/2023/10/cardboard-cutout-of-mypillow-founder-mike-lindell-b-400x267.jpg)
![A cardboard cutout of My Pillow founder Mike Lindell.](https://assets.aclu.org/live/uploads/2023/10/cardboard-cutout-of-mypillow-founder-mike-lindell-b-400x400.jpg)
Religious Communities in Ohio Are Fighting To Preserve Reproductive Rights
On November 7th, Ohio voters will decide whether to pass Issue 1, which would protect their decisions on contraception, fertility treatment,...
On November 7th, Ohio voters will decide whether to pass Issue 1, which would protect their decisions on contraception, fertility treatment,...
![Supporters of Issue 1 attend a rally for the Right to Reproductive Freedom amendment held by Ohioans United for Reproductive Rights at the Ohio State House in Columbus, Ohio, Sunday, Oct. 8, 2023.](https://assets.aclu.org/live/uploads/2023/10/ohio-ballot-measure-blog-400x266.jpg)
![Supporters of Issue 1 attend a rally for the Right to Reproductive Freedom amendment held by Ohioans United for Reproductive Rights at the Ohio State House in Columbus, Ohio, Sunday, Oct. 8, 2023.](https://assets.aclu.org/live/uploads/2023/10/ohio-ballot-measure-blog-600x600.jpg)
What's at Stake in Pennsylvania's Supreme Court Election
Voters have the power to elect a state Supreme Court justice who will stand up for our fundamental rights.
By Danitra Sherman, DrPH, MPH
Voters have the power to elect a state Supreme Court justice who will stand up for our fundamental rights.
By Danitra Sherman, DrPH, MPH
![The stained glass green dome is visible in the Supreme Court Chamber in the Pennsylvania State Capitol building.](https://assets.aclu.org/live/uploads/2023/10/pennsylvania-supreme-court-chamber-b-400x267.jpg)
![The stained glass green dome is visible in the Supreme Court Chamber in the Pennsylvania State Capitol building.](https://assets.aclu.org/live/uploads/2023/10/pennsylvania-supreme-court-chamber-b-400x400.jpg)