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Constitutional Protections

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New Emory Law Journal Article Explores Addiction and Constitutional Protections for Speech, Press, and Religion

Eugene Volokh's latest article examines whether First Amendment protections extend to potentially addictive practices in speech, press, and religion.

Jul 7, 2026, 12:47 PM Reason

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Legal Challenge Filed Against Trump Administration’s ICC Sanctions Over US Citizens’ Rights

A lawsuit argues that sanctions imposed on the International Criminal Court and Palestinian rights groups violate constitutional protections and federal law.

Al Jazeera | Jul 15, 2026, 3:24 PM

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California Developer Challenges Menlo Park’s $127,000 Park Fee as Unconstitutional

The lawsuit highlights tensions between state housing laws and local impact fees, while San Francisco adjusts affordable housing mandates amid concerns over development slowdowns.

Reason | Jul 22, 2026, 12:49 AM

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Federal Judge Rules Biden-Era Internet Grant Program Unconstitutional for Racial Prioritization

U.S. District Judge John Bates finds that a high-speed internet grant program signed into law by President Biden violated constitutional principles by using race as a factor in fund allocation.

The Hill | Jul 15, 2026, 11:24 PM

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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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Eleventh Circuit Panel Strikes Down Speech Restrictions on Florida University Professors

A federal appeals court ruled 2-1 against provisions in Florida's law limiting certain speech by public university professors, raising First Amendment concerns.

Reason | Jul 7, 2026, 9:56 PM

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Appeals Court Blocks Trump Administration from Detaining Migrants Without Bond Beyond 90 Days

A federal appeals court ruled that Immigration and Customs Enforcement cannot hold immigrants in mandatory detention for more than 90 days without a bond hearing, citing constitutional due process protections.

Fox News Latest | Jul 3, 2026, 7:56 AM

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Supreme Court to Hear Case on Constitutionality of Assault Weapon Bans

The Court will address whether bans on widely owned rifles like the AR-15 violate the Second Amendment.

Reason | Jul 1, 2026, 3:29 PM

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US Supreme Court Upholds Birthright Citizenship, Rejecting Trump’s Executive Order

The Supreme Court blocked President Donald Trump’s attempt to limit birthright citizenship, affirming the constitutional right under the 14th Amendment.

Al Jazeera | Jun 30, 2026, 7:14 PM

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Court Denies Pseudonymity to Undercover Journalist in Pentagon Contractor’s Lawsuit Against O’Keefe Media Group

Judge Amit Mehta rules that the defendant known as 'Heidi' must reveal her identity in a case involving hidden recordings and allegations of fraudulent misrepresentation and wiretapping.

Reason | Jul 30, 2026, 12:23 AM

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Government Charges Activist for Providing Duress Password to Border Agents

Samuel Tunick faces legal action after giving a code that erased his phone data during a Customs and Border Protection search, raising constitutional questions about digital privacy at the border.

Reason | Jul 29, 2026, 6:03 PM

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Trump DOJ Updates Religious Liberty Guidance Following Supreme Court Rulings

The Department of Justice directs federal agencies to prioritize religious liberty in regulations, employment, and grants, reflecting nearly a decade of Supreme Court decisions.

Fox News Latest | Jul 23, 2026, 11:24 PM

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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

Trump Acknowledges Qatar-Donated Jet Lacks Air Force One Defenses, Promises Upgrades

President Donald Trump confirms the Boeing 747-8 gifted by Qatar lacks presidential defensive systems but says it will soon be upgraded.

Guardian US | Jul 20, 2026, 4:01 PM

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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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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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Nearly Two Decades After Heller, Practical Gun Rights Remain Largely Unchanged

An analysis of the impact of the Supreme Court's Heller decision finds minimal changes to gun rights over 18 years, contrasting with other landmark rulings.

Reason | Jul 15, 2026, 3:42 PM

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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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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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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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$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

US Supreme Court Ruling on TPS Poses Challenges for 1.3 Million Immigrants

The Supreme Court decision limits protections for Temporary Protected Status holders, impacting many long-term residents and critical sectors like elder care.

Guardian US | Jul 7, 2026, 10:37 AM

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Court Rejects Professor’s Claim Over Discontinued University DEI Programs

A federal court ruled against a tenured professor seeking to reinstate diversity, equity, and inclusion offices and programs at Miami University, affirming the institution’s authority to determine its educational content.

Reason | Jul 4, 2026, 7:04 PM

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Florida Governor DeSantis Moves to Designate Over 90 Groups as Terrorist Organizations Under New State Law

Governor Ron DeSantis announced plans to use recently enacted legislation to label dozens of groups, including CAIR, the Muslim Brotherhood, and Antifa, as terrorist organizations, pending approval by the Florida Cabinet.

Fox News Latest | Jul 2, 2026, 7:17 AM