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Welcome rally for Columbia University graduate student Mahmoud Khalil, in New York City

Activist Mahmoud Khalil Wants Ex-Justice Department Official off Panel of Judges Weighing His Appeal

Khalil was the first person whose arrest became publicly known during the crackdown on noncitizens who publicly criticized Israel and its actions in Gaza.

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Colorado Court Orders Resentencing for Former County Clerk in Election Fraud Scheme

The appeals court said a lower court judge should not have considered her continued promotion of election fraud conspiracies when he sentenced her in 2024.

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National Day of Action to call for the stop of Cop City and the support of the forest defenders

Judge Tosses Lawsuit Filed by Parents of ‘Cop City’ Protester Who Was Killed by Troopers

The lawsuit said troopers violated Manuel Paez Terán’s free speech rights and used excessive force against the activist, who then panicked and began firing shots.

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Capitol Riot

Trump Isn’t Immune From Civil Claims His Jan. 6 Rally Speech Incited Riot, Judge Says

The judge ruled that Trump’s remarks at his “Stop the Steal” rally “plausibly” were inciting words that are not protected by the First Amendment right to free speech.

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General view of the Pentagon where at least 30 news organizations refused to sign a new access policy in Washington

New York Times Accuses Pentagon of Flouting Judge’s Order Blocking Its Press Access Policy

The Times claims Pentagon officials have implemented a revised press policy that circumvents the judge’s March 20 ruling.

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Illustration shows 3D-printed miniature model of U.S. President Donald Trump and NPR logo

Citing First Amendment, Federal Judge Blocks Trump Order To End Funding for NPR and PBS

The judge said the First Amendment right to free speech “does not tolerate viewpoint discrimination and retaliation of this type.”

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Supreme Court

Supreme Court Rules Against Colorado Ban on ‘Conversion Therapy’ for LGBTQ+ Kids

An 8-1 high court majority sided with a Christian counselor who argues the law banning talk therapy violates the First Amendment.

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Trump Administration Adds Flag Poles to White House Grounds

Suburban Detroit School Settles Lawsuit With Palestinian Student Over Pledge of Allegiance Dispute

The agreement also includes a $10,000 payment by an insurance company on behalf of the teacher, according to a court filing.

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