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.
Puerto Rico Governor Signs Bill That Critics Say Will Restrict Access to Public Information
More than a dozen journalism organizations and civil rights groups have rejected the bill, noting that only one day of public hearings was held on short notice.
Somali Flag Flown Outside Vermont School Building Over Trump ‘Garbage’ Slur Brings Threats
The Winooski School District began to display the flag Dec. 5 to show solidarity with a student body that includes about 9% people of Somali descent.
California Colleges Settle Antisemitism Complaints With Jewish Groups and Individuals
Some Jewish students said the protests created a “hostile environment” for them and said college leaders did little to enforce free speech and nondiscrimination rules.
Foreigners Allowed To Travel to the US Without a Visa Could Soon Face New Social Media Screening
The announcement did not say what the administration was looking for in the social media accounts or why it was asking for more information.
The Man Accused of Killing Charlie Kirk Appears in Court for 1st Time as a Judge Weighs Media Access
A coalition of national and local news organizations, including The Associated Press, is fighting to preserve media access in the case.