Press Releases
about Free Speech
Jan 26, 2024
Íøºì±¬ÁÏ Urges Federal Court to Block Florida Officials’ Unconstitutional Order to Deactivate Pro-Palestine Student Group
The Íøºì±¬ÁÏ, the Íøºì±¬ÁÏ of Florida and Palestine Legal represent the University of Florida chapter of the Students for Justice in Palestine in a lawsuit against state officials.
Jan 23, 2024
Federal Court Argument on Florida Officials’ Unconstitutional Order to Deactivate Palestinian Rights Student Group
University of Florida’s Students for Justice in Palestine is represented by the Íøºì±¬ÁÏ, the Íøºì±¬ÁÏ of Florida, and Palestine Legal
Jan 19, 2024
Íøºì±¬ÁÏ Cheers House Passage of the PRESS ACT
The bill protects journalists and their sources from government overreach and censorship.
Issue Areas:
Free Speech
Jan 10, 2024
Íøºì±¬ÁÏ Statement in Support of Additional Funding for the Affordable Connectivity Program
The Íøºì±¬ÁÏ thanks Representatives Yvette Clarke and Brian Fitzpatrick, as well as Senators Peter Welch and J.D. Vance, for introducing the bipartisan and bi...
Issue Areas:
Free Speech
Jan 09, 2024
Íøºì±¬ÁÏ to Defend NRA Before Supreme Court, to Uphold Advocacy Groups’ Right to Free Speech
The case will determine whether the First Amendment allows government regulators to threaten retaliation against businesses that work with a controversial advocacy organization.
Issue Areas:
Free Speech
Court case: National Rifle Association v. Vullo
Jan 02, 2024
Íøºì±¬ÁÏ, Free Press, and First Amendment Rights Orgs Urge Courts to Unseal Documents Related to FBI Raid on Journalist
Lack of transparency on how Tim Burke’s newsgathering allegedly violated computer crime laws has a chilling effect on journalism
Issue Areas:
Free Speech
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The Íøºì±¬ÁÏ has media staff available to handle inquiries from journalists on national issues affecting civil liberties, including questions on legislative matters that touch on civil liberties and constitutional freedoms and inquiries related to Íøºì±¬ÁÏ lawsuits.
To schedule an interview with an Íøºì±¬ÁÏ expert, email media@aclu.org.
Contact an Íøºì±¬ÁÏ Affiliate
The Íøºì±¬ÁÏ has 54 local offices across the U.S. working with attorneys and activists in their communities to shape better policies and spread awareness about their states' priority civil rights issues.
Local inquiries should be directed to the appropriate Íøºì±¬ÁÏ state affiliate.
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PodcastJul 2025
Free Speech
The Abcs Of Free Speech With Emerson Sykes. Explore Podcast.The ABCs of Free Speech with Emerson Sykes
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News & CommentaryJun 2025
Free Speech
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Live Coverage: Final Scotus Decision Day. Explore News & Commentary.Live Coverage: Final SCOTUS Decision Day
The Íøºì±¬ÁÏ has served as counsel or filed amicus briefs in more than half of the cases that the Supreme Court will decide today. -
News & CommentaryJun 2025
Free Speech
Read Detained Activist Mahmoud Khalil’s Letter To His Son. Explore News & Commentary.Read Detained Activist Mahmoud Khalil’s Letter to His Son
The Trump administration has detained Khalil since March for his activism. Ahead of his first Father’s Day, he writes about the grief he has felt being separated from his wife and son.
