First Amendment
TikTok Fights Back Against Ban
TikTok’s legal challenge asserts that the new law not only threatens its existence but may also set a dangerous precedent for free speech online.
Romney Suggests Negative Perception of Israel Adds to Why There’s “Overwhelming Support” for TikTok Ban
Secretary Blinken and Senator Romney discuss Israel’s PR struggles in the social media era at the 2024 Sedona Forum.
Maricopa County and Arizona State Collaborate To Surveil Social Media and Censor “Misinformation”
Arizona’s latest free speech controversy unveils a complex web of alleged collusion between state officials and social media giants.
New York DA Bragg Pushes for Ghost Gun YouTube Content Removal
Manhattan DA urges YouTube to remove ghost gun videos, alleging links between gaming and DIY firearm tutorials.
Biden Clears Path for Potential TikTok Ban
ByteDance is given one year to comply.
Judge Challenges Appeals Court Over Computer Monitoring Ban in January 6 Parole
Despite the appeals court ruling it overreach, a federal judge is pushing to re-impose invasive computer surveillance on a January 6 convict.
LAPD Foundation Tries To Use Trademark Claim To Shutdown Critical Merch
The LAPD foundation’s threat to Cola over “Fuck the LAPD” highlights how rights claims can be used to crush criticism.
“Weasel Words” – Stella Assange Challenges US Over Julian’s Fate
Stella Assange claims US diplomatic assurances offer no real protection for Julian under the First Amendment.
Judge Halts Texas AG’s Pursuit of Media Matters
A judge has granted Media Matters a reprieve by pausing AG Paxton’s investigation.
Appeals Court Vacates “Disinformation” Monitoring of Jan. 6 Defendant’s Computer
A landmark ruling challenges the bounds of probation in the modern age.
Supreme Court Is Asked To Resolve Split Decision in Social Media Censorship Lawsuit
The case involves three plaintiffs who allege their First Amendment rights were violated when the US Surgeon General and HHS directed Twitter to suspend and censor them for criticizing the government’s Covid response.
UK High Court Opens a Path for Assange To Appeal US Extradition
Assange has been granted an appeal if the US doesn’t make several provisions.