Judge Dismisses Part of Lawsuit Over ‘Alligator Alcatraz’ Immigration Detention Center

The judge granted the state defendants a change of venue motion, where the remaining claims of First Amendment violations will be addressed.

More Than 20 Democratic-Led States Sue Trump Administration Over Planned Parenthood Funding Cuts

The states argue the legislation retaliates against Planned Parenthood for advocating for abortion access, violating the free speech clause of the First Amendment.

How Covering Your Face Became a Constitutional Matter: Mask Debate Tests Free Speech Rights

Protesters and their supporters argue Trump’s comments and repeated calls by the Republican president’s allies to ban masks at protests are an attempt to stifle popular dissent.

Ex-Homeland Security Official Fights Back Against Trump’s ‘Unprecedented’ Investigation

He alleges that Trump's memo violates his First Amendment rights by going after him for his criticism of the president, calling it “political retribution and vindictive prosecution.”

Kansas Group Fights Campaign Donor Law It Sees as a Response to Its Success Defending Abortion

The group filed a federal lawsuit against a new state law aimed at curbing foreign influence in elections, saying it violates free speech rights and would keep the group from waging future campaigns.

Ex-FBI Agent Sues Over Secret Recording Showing Him Criticizing Trump

Conservative activist James O'Keefe called the lawsuit an “attack on the First Amendment," saying he was prepared to fight it all the way to an appeals court if necessary.

Two Major Law Firms Urge Judges to Permanently Block Trump’s Executive Orders

A lawyer who presented arguments on behalf of one of the law firms told a judge “the entire executive order is retaliatory.”

Law Firms, Universities, Civil Society Groups in Trump’s Sights for Punitive Action

The president’s remarks began to confirm what advocacy groups have been quietly warning: Trump’s campaign of retribution is coming next for them.