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Constitutional Amendment

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Ohio Court of Appeals Rules Arming Oneself to Answer Police Door May Be Privileged Against Obstruction Charges

The court reversed a conviction after ruling that constitutional rights protect an individual who arms himself at home before police arrival during a domestic dispute call.

Jul 22, 2026, 4:39 PM Reason

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Pennsylvania Supreme Court Unanimously Rules Against Warrantless Searches of Private Land

The court rejected the "open fields" doctrine, affirming stronger privacy protections under the Pennsylvania Constitution than the federal Fourth Amendment.

Reason | Jul 22, 2026, 3:56 AM

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Supreme Court to Review Alaska’s Asset Forfeiture in Excessive Fines Clause Case

The Court will examine the constitutionality of Alaska’s confiscation of a $95,000 plane linked to the illegal transport of alcohol to a dry village.

Reason | Jul 21, 2026, 11:30 PM

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"Red Sox Spirit" Proposed as Framework for Interpreting Massachusetts Constitution

A libertarian perspective suggests applying the ethos of the Red Sox Spirit to state constitutional law, emphasizing liberty and resistance to tyranny.

Reason | Jul 20, 2026, 1:37 AM

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Hawaii Supreme Court’s Use of 'Aloha Spirit' Raises Questions on Second Amendment Consistency

The Hawaii Supreme Court’s invocation of the 'Aloha Spirit' in constitutional interpretation highlights tensions between local traditions and federally guaranteed rights.

Reason | Jul 19, 2026, 5:25 AM

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House Task Force Investigates Birth Tourism Companies for Possible Criminal Conspiracy

Rep. Brandon Gill leads subpoenas targeting firms aiding foreign nationals in traveling to the U.S. to give birth, alleging potential criminal conspiracy.

Fox News Latest | Jul 18, 2026, 1:23 PM

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Fort Worth Police Ticket Preacher for 'Offensive' Speech at Pride Event, DOJ Investigates

A preacher was cited by a Fort Worth officer for offensive speech during the Trinity Pride Fest, sparking a Department of Justice inquiry into potential First Amendment violations.

Reason | Jul 18, 2026, 4:33 AM

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GOP Lawmakers Urge Supreme Court to Bolster First Amendment Rights for Street Preachers

House Republicans filed an amicus brief urging the Supreme Court to reject qualified immunity for officers who stopped a Christian evangelist distributing literature in Louisiana.

Fox News Latest | Jul 16, 2026, 8:35 PM

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Senator Eric Schmitt Pushes to End Birth Tourism and Revoke Citizenship for Children of Foreign Diplomats

Following a Supreme Court ruling upholding birthright citizenship, Senator Eric Schmitt introduces legislation and calls for revocation of citizenship for babies born to foreign diplomats in the U.S.

Fox News Latest | Jul 16, 2026, 7:19 PM

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Republican Bill Seeks to Overturn Supreme Court Ruling on Birthright Citizenship

Indiana Senator Jim Banks introduces legislation to codify Trump's executive order on birthright citizenship, despite Supreme Court precedent deeming it unconstitutional.

Reason | Jul 16, 2026, 11:50 AM

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Court Rules Ban on ‘Personal, Impertinent or Slanderous Remarks’ in City Council Comments Unconstitutional

A federal appeals court struck down a City of Bossier City policy restricting public comments at city council meetings, citing First Amendment protections.

Reason | Jul 15, 2026, 1:08 PM

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Supreme Court to Review Case on Permits for Home Prayer Gatherings

An Orthodox Jew was forced to cancel his minyan after a cease-and-desist letter, with courts dismissing his First Amendment claim due to zoning technicalities.

Fox News Latest | Jul 15, 2026, 9:18 AM

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New Congressional Proposal Seeks to Restore State Legislature Selection of U.S. Senators

A recent proposal aims to return the power of selecting U.S. senators to state legislatures, a move advocated by conservative voices.

National Review | Jul 15, 2026, 4:04 AM

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Hungary Parliament Votes to Remove President Tamás Sulyok from Office

Following a landslide victory, Hungary's new government passes constitutional amendments to end the terms of President Tamás Sulyok and Constitutional Court head Péter Polt.

BBC World | Jul 14, 2026, 11:48 AM

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On July 12, 1909, the 16th Amendment Was Submitted to the States

This date marks a significant moment in U.S. constitutional history with the submission of the 16th Amendment.

Reason | Jul 12, 2026, 4:12 PM

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Federal Court Denies WPATH's Request to Block FTC Enforcement in Texas Case

A D.C. federal court ruled that the World Professional Association for Transgender Health (WPATH) cannot block the Federal Trade Commission's enforcement actions in Texas, denying their motion for a temporary restraining order.

Reason | Jul 12, 2026, 5:58 AM

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Judge Dismisses Lawsuit Alleging Media Conspiracy to Keep Public 'Clueless'

A federal judge ruled that claims against 34 media outlets for alleged journalistic misconduct and First Amendment violations were too speculative to proceed.

Reason | Jul 12, 2026, 12:11 AM

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Federal Courts of Appeal Issue Key Rulings on Civil Rights, Financial Surveillance, and Police Conduct

Recent appellate decisions address a Salvadoran colonel's liability under the Torture Victim Protection Act, expanded federal financial reporting requirements, and police use of force in Oklahoma.

Reason | Jul 10, 2026, 9:12 PM

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Maryland School District Sued for Hiding Student's Gender Transition from Parents

America First Legal files lawsuit against Anne Arundel County Public Schools alleging violation of parental rights under district policies.

Fox News Latest | Jul 9, 2026, 9:02 PM

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Fourteenth Amendment Ratified on July 9, 1868

The ratification of the Fourteenth Amendment marked a significant moment in United States constitutional history.

Reason | Jul 9, 2026, 1:49 PM

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Supreme Court’s ‘Reasonable Expectation of Privacy’ Test Faces Criticism and Continues to Shape Fourth Amendment Law

The landmark 1967 Katz case established a privacy standard that still influences rulings, though some justices question its constitutional basis and practical clarity.

Reason | Jul 9, 2026, 6:31 AM

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Court Denies Motion to Restrict Posting of News Accounts Referencing Ongoing Litigation

A Kitsap County Superior Court judge rejects additional restraints aimed at limiting online posts related to a dispute involving ongoing litigation with an ex-wife.

Reason | Jul 8, 2026, 2:06 PM

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$150K Settlement Reached in Lawsuit Over Community College DEIA Teaching Requirements

Bakersfield College professor Daymon Johnson secures permanent First Amendment protections and a $150,000 payment in a federal settlement challenging California's DEIA mandates for faculty.

Reason | Jul 8, 2026, 4:51 AM

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Supreme Court Addresses Key Second Amendment Issues Including Drug Users’ Gun Rights and Assault Weapon Bans

In recent rulings, the Supreme Court upheld gun rights for cannabis users, struck down Hawaii’s restrictive firearm access law, and agreed to hear cases on assault weapon bans.

Reason | Jul 8, 2026, 4:48 AM