Introducing The SLAPP Back Initiative
First Amendment Watch is building the first national database of alleged SLAPPs — strategic lawsuits against public participation — potentially meritless or malicious legal actions that can financially cripple and ultimately silence critical voices.
Washington Post Cuts a Third of Its Staff in a Blow to a Legendary News Brand
The Post’s executive editor, Matt Murray, called the move painful but necessary to put the outlet on stronger footing and to weather changes in technology and user habits.
Texas A&M Professor Files Lawsuit After Firing Over Gender Identity Lesson
Other university systems in Texas have also placed restrictions on classroom instruction or have begun internal reviews of course offerings following a new state law.
Judge Seems Skeptical of Legal Justification for Pentagon’s Punishment of Sen. Mark Kelly
The judge didn’t immediately rule from the bench on Kelly’s claims that Pentagon officials violated his First Amendment free speech rights.
Federal Agents Must Limit Tear Gas for Now at Protests Outside Portland ICE Building, Judge Says
The ruling came in response to a lawsuit filed by the ACLU of Oregon on behalf of protesters and freelance journalists covering demonstrations at the flashpoint ICE building.
Nevada Fake Elector Case Resumes With Debate Over Intent Behind 2020 Pro-Trump Ceremony
Fake elector cases are slowly continuing in other states, where prosecutors have faced myriad hurdles, including case dismissals.