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.
Judge Allows Drag Show at Texas A&M Despite the University’s Ban
The ruling from Houston-based U.S. District Judge Lee Rosenthal blocked a university ban on drag performances on free speech grounds.
Bakery Owner Says He Was Offended Over Town’s Decision Against Pastry Painting
Leavitt’s Country Bakery owner Sean Young is suing the town of Conway because he says it violated the First Amendment’s guarantee of free speech.
A Free Speech Case Over a Pastry Shop Painting Goes to Trial
A federal judge in New Hampshire will consider whether a town is infringing on the free speech rights of the bakery owner who’s displaying the mural over his business.
Publishers, a Library and Others Sue Over Idaho’s Law Restricting Youth Access to ‘Harmful’ Books
Idaho’s law took effect last year, requiring schools and public libraries to move material deemed “harmful to minors” to an adults-only section or face lawsuits.
Department of Education Calls Book Bans a ‘Hoax,’ Alarming Free Speech Advocates
PEN America and the American Library Association have reported thousands of bans over the past few years, with targeted books often containing LGBTQ+ or racial themes.
New York Bill Would Make ‘Masked Harassment’ a Crime
An opponent said the proposal’s language is too vague and could result in selective enforcement against people expressing free speech rights.
Trump Rescinds Biden’s Executive Order on AI Safety in Attempt To Diverge From His Predecessor
His campaign platform described it as imposing “Radical Leftwing ideas on the development of this technology,” tying it to broader concerns about ”woke AI” chatbots reflecting liberal biases.