The Weaponization of Justice: Why the Prosecution of the SPLC Signals a New Era of State Coercion

By Mike Zamore, National Director of Policy & Government Affairs, ACLU May 20, 2026 The American legal system has long been considered the bedrock of our democracy, a neutral arbiter…

The Frontline at Risk: The Battle to Preserve Women’s Combat Roles in the U.S. Military

By Vania Leveille, Senior Legislative Counsel, ACLU National Political Advocacy Department May 29, 2026 For over a decade, the United States military has operated under the fundamental premise that merit,…

Legislative Overhaul: The "Congressional Review Approval Act" Seeks to Reclaim Regulatory Authority

WASHINGTON, D.C. — In a significant legislative maneuver that could fundamentally alter the balance of power between the executive branch and the legislative branch, a new bill titled the “Congressional…

Supreme Court Remands Voting Rights Cases, Casting Uncertainty Over State Redistricting Maps

WASHINGTON, D.C. — In a development that has sent shockwaves through the landscape of American election law, the U.S. Supreme Court has issued orders to vacate and remand two high-profile…

Beyond the Answer Key: Solving the American Math Crisis Through Identity and Systemic Reform

By: Beth Davis-Dillard The United States currently stands at a critical juncture regarding its educational infrastructure. Data released in 2024 from the National Assessment of Educational Progress (NAEP)—often referred to…

Beyond the "Slap on the Wrist": Why Juvenile Courts Remain the Essential Venue for Youth Justice

Despite persistent myths that characterize the juvenile justice system as a lenient "slap on the wrist," the reality is significantly more complex and, often, far harsher than the public perceives.…

The Cracks in the Foundation: House Subcommittee Scrutinizes Medicare Physician Payment Reform

In a high-stakes session on Capitol Hill, the House Energy and Commerce Health Subcommittee convened this week to address a systemic crisis that threatens the viability of American medical practice.…

Between Reform and Restraint: Governor Spanberger’s High-Stakes Legislative Tightrope in Virginia

RICHMOND, VA — In a whirlwind 48-hour period that has redefined the early trajectory of her administration, Virginia Governor Abigail Spanberger has engaged in a complex series of executive maneuvers,…

Coalition Launches Massive 2026 Election Protection Campaign Amid Mounting Legal Threats to Voting Rights

WASHINGTON, D.C. — As a new, high-stakes election cycle dawns, a powerful coalition of civil rights organizations, advocacy groups, and grassroots organizers has officially launched the 2026 Election Protection campaign.…

The Weaponization of Justice: The Trump Administration’s Assault on the Southern Poverty Law Center

By Mike Zamore, National Director of Policy & Government Affairs, ACLU May 20, 2026 In an escalating campaign that civil liberties advocates describe as an unprecedented abuse of executive authority,…