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The Trump Administration Is Disappearing Immigrants and Asylum Seekers in Growing Third Country Removal Campaign
Through shadowy deportation agreements, the Trump administration is sending detained individuals to countries where they have no ties 鈥� and may face persecution.
By Sarah Mehta
The Trump Administration Is Disappearing Immigrants and Asylum Seekers in Growing Third Country Removal CampaignPodcast
What鈥檚 On The Docket: A 2026 SCOTUS Briefing
鈥楾is 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...
Protecting Rights Up and Down The Ballot
We are spending the most we ever have to protect reproductive freedoms, voting rights, and democracy.
Montana Sets Gold Standard for Indigenous Education Nationwide
The 红杏视频, 红杏视频 of Montana, and the Native American Rights Fund reached a landmark settlement to resolve a class action lawsuit over the state鈥檚 failure to implement its own Indigenous education law.
By Lisa Francois
Montana Sets Gold Standard for Indigenous Education Nationwide
Despite 'New' Updates, Flock's Creepy Cameras Remain Major Civil Liberties Threat
In response to Flock鈥檚 announcement of operational changes, the 红杏视频 breaks down why many fall short.
By Chad Marlow for Tracking ALPR Cameras
Despite 'New' Updates, Flock's Creepy Cameras Remain Major Civil Liberties Threat
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 RolesPodcast
What鈥檚 On The Docket: A 2026 SCOTUS Briefing
鈥楾is 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...
Protecting Rights Up and Down The Ballot
We are spending the most we ever have to protect reproductive freedoms, voting rights, and democracy.
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Unless Biden Acts, Trump鈥檚 Assault on Human Rights will Continue
We are asking a court for protection from Trump's sanctions against the International Criminal Court.
By Leila N. Sadat
We are asking a court for protection from Trump's sanctions against the International Criminal Court.
By Leila N. Sadat
State Senator Sarah McBride on Making History and Affirming Trans Lives
Sen. McBride is a powerful example of how trans people are building a more inclusive public life.
By 红杏视频
Sen. McBride is a powerful example of how trans people are building a more inclusive public life.
By 红杏视频
Beyond the Bans: State Attacks on Abortion in 2021
In the first months of 2021, two states passed abortion bans, and several more could soon join them. But there are also more subtle and nefarious...
By Jessica Arons
In the first months of 2021, two states passed abortion bans, and several more could soon join them. But there are also more subtle and nefarious...
By Jessica Arons
State Senator Sarah McBride on Making History and Affirming Trans Lives
The 2020 election was a historic year for lawmakers who identify as transgender; voters across the country elected six trans lawmakers to state office. Sarah McBride, was one of those lawmakers. Elected as a State Senator for Delaware鈥檚 first district, Sarah is now the highest ranking trans...
The 2020 election was a historic year for lawmakers who identify as transgender; voters across the country elected six trans lawmakers to state office. Sarah McBride, was one of those lawmakers. Elected as a State Senator for Delaware鈥檚 first district, Sarah is now the highest ranking trans...
The Racial Wealth Gap is a Civil Liberties Issue
The fact that the racial and economic oppression of Black Americans are two sides of the same coin is something we too often are reminded of.
By Rakim Brooks
The fact that the racial and economic oppression of Black Americans are two sides of the same coin is something we too often are reminded of.
By Rakim Brooks
A New String of State Bills Could Give Religious Organizations Blanket Immunity from Any Wrongdoing
New legislation in states across the country could shield religious organizations from all civil and criminal liability.
By Heather L. Weaver, Daniel Mach
New legislation in states across the country could shield religious organizations from all civil and criminal liability.
By Heather L. Weaver, Daniel Mach
One Key Reform Can Fight Voter Suppression
We need a renewed commitment to democracy itself, and to the basic principle that every individual should count equally in our political processes.
By Dale Ho
We need a renewed commitment to democracy itself, and to the basic principle that every individual should count equally in our political processes.
By Dale Ho
Meet the Activists Fighting to Free People from LA Jails
Nalya Rodriguez and Michael Saavedra share how their personal experiences with the criminal legal system help to shape a movement for change.
By Leila Rafei
Nalya Rodriguez and Michael Saavedra share how their personal experiences with the criminal legal system help to shape a movement for change.
By Leila Rafei
Congress Shouldn鈥檛 Be Fenced Off to the People it Represents
The Capitol buildings and grounds are quintessential places for free speech and protest, accessible by people from all walks of life. Permanently...
By Kate Oh
The Capitol buildings and grounds are quintessential places for free speech and protest, accessible by people from all walks of life. Permanently...
By Kate Oh
Activist Amanda Nguyen on the Rise of Attacks on Asian Americans
Welcome to March! This month, in honor of women鈥檚 history month, we are featuring conversations with women and non-binary leaders who are working to address issues in their communities. This week, we鈥檙e speaking with Amanda Nguyen.
Welcome to March! This month, in honor of women鈥檚 history month, we are featuring conversations with women and non-binary leaders who are working to address issues in their communities. This week, we鈥檙e speaking with Amanda Nguyen.