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10 of the Worst State Laws Going Into Effect in July

From minimum wage hikes to bans on cellphones in public schools, here are some of the most ridiculous ways state governments are interfering with Americans’ lives.

Reason

Trump administration reportedly decides Harvard violated civil rights

Letter reportedly threatens ‘loss of all federal financial resources’ over treatment of Jewish and Israeli students

The Guardian - US

Trump’s justice department issues directive to strip naturalized Americans of citizenship for criminal offenses

Memo says those subjected to civil proceedings are not entitled to an attorney like they are in criminal cases

The Guardian - US

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Judge approves $7m settlement for men suing bar over ‘ladies’ night’ admission fee

The owners of the Omnia Nightclub, which closed in 2020, in San Diego’s lively Gaslamp Quarter were sued in 2020 after the plaintiffs claimed the ‘ladies’ night’ violated California’s civil rights law

The Independent UK

University of Virginia president resigns under pressure from White House over DEI programs

Justice department had been pressuring James Ryan to step down as part of agreement to settle civil rights inquiry

The Guardian - US

Reflections on the 10th Anniversary of Obergefell v. Hodges - A Great Civil Rights Milestone that Could be Even Better

The Supreme Court's ruling striking down laws banning same-sex marriage was a great victory for liberty and equality. But it should have been based on better legal reasoning.

Reason

Justice Department closes investigation into Muslim-centered community near Dallas

The U.S. Department of Justice has closed its civil rights investigation into a planned Muslim-centered community near Dallas without filing charges

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Journal of Free Speech Law: "How American Civil Rights Groups Defeated Hate Speech Laws," by Samantha Barbas

This new article is here. The Introduction: In the United States, as is widely known, "hate speech" is generally protected by… The post Journal of Free Speech Law: "How American Civil Rights Groups Defeated Hate Speech Laws," by Samantha Barbas appeared first on Reason.com.

Reason

‘Authoritarian playbook’: DHS accuses critics of assaulting officers when videos say otherwise

Civil rights advocates and scholars say the US government’s claims are troubling indicators of rising authoritarianism

The Guardian - US

Memorial to civil rights icon at risk amid Trump’s anti-DEI drive

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N.Y. Times Magazine Reveals Internal Conflicts On The Left With Skrmetti

The groups presented a unified front, but with a 6-3 loss, recriminations are flying.

Reason

Jaws at 50: a thinly disguised western by a nerdy young filmmaker that helped to rejuvenate Hollywood

The collapse of classical Hollywood’s studio system in the 1960s mirrored much of America’s cultural and political uncertainties at the time. The assassinations of the Kennedys and Martin Luther King, the civil rights movement and the escalating Vietnam war provided a background that destabilised the optimism with which the decade…

The Conversation

Former Georgia jail guard abused inmates with Taser and lied about it, authorities say

A former Fulton County jail guard has been indicted on federal civil rights charges

The Independent UK

Civil rights agency's acting chief to face questions on anti-DEI, transgender stances

The acting chief of the country’s top agency for enforcing worker rights will face questions at a Senate committee hearing Wednesday over her efforts to prioritize anti-diversity investigations while sidelining certain racial and gender discrimination cases and quashing protections for transgender workers

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NAACP breaks 116-year tradition and skips inviting president to its annual convention

The NAACP broke from a 116-year tradition by declining to invite President Donald Trump.

The Conversation

The use of federal troops to quell Los Angeles protests recalls militarized law enforcement during the Civil Rights Movement

President Donald Trump activated 4,000 National Guard troops on June 10, 2025, to quell protests in Los Angeles over immigration raids – without the normal request from the state. He has also sent to Los Angeles hundreds of U.S. Marines, with the goal of protecting the unprecedented deportation operations by…

The Guardian - US

Will the public side with the protesters in LA? Here are some lessons from history

Social movements have long included some form of direct conflict with authorities. The key is whom the public blames for clashes

Everybody Loves Your Money

6 Types of Protests That Are Too Dangerous For You To Get Involved

In a time when voices are louder than ever and causes are passionately defended in streets across the globe, protests have become a symbol of collective power. Marches, sit-ins, and demonstrations have helped change history, from civil rights to environmental awareness. But not all protests are created equal—some cross a…

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‘So this is worst possible case scenario’: Woman gets on bus, everybody starts staring. Then she reads the sign and finds out why

A woman may have committed arguably one of the most embarrassing faux pas in public transit history after not paying attention to where she sat. Nola (@nolagordon) shared a pair of Snapchat photos she took while riding the bus. Her lack of situational awareness earned her over 270,000 views on…

The Independent UK

Federal judge recuses himself days before sentencing Memphis officers accused in Tyre Nichols' death

The judge presiding over the federal case against five former Memphis police officers convicted in the fatal beating of Tyre Nichols has recused himself from further proceedings, just days before four of them were scheduled to be sentenced

Geekflare

Cyberattacks on Nonprofits & Journalists Surge 241% in a Year

The number of cyberattacks targeting nonprofits, independent media, and civil rights organizations has surged by a whopping 241% over the past year. As

Reason

Would Releasing the Martin Luther King Files Help Curb the Surveillance State?

The FBI spied on the civil rights leader for years. Would releasing its surveillance files just be a further violation of King's privacy, or would it make future abuses less likely?

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9 Dog Names Inspired by Famous Heroes

Finding the perfect name for a new furry friend is no small task—especially when you want it to reflect personality, courage, or a touch of epic flair. Whether your pup is bold, loyal, goofy, or gentle, a heroic name adds charm and character. These dog names inspired by famous heroes…

The Guardian - US

Los Angeles, city of immigrant protests: why it’s no surprise LA rose up against Trump

For decades, LA has been at the center of the civil rights and immigrants’ rights movements – and Trump’s raids appear to be mobilizing a new generation

The Conversation

A field guide to ‘accelerationism’: White supremacist groups using violence to spur race war and create social chaos

A man named Regan Prater was charged with arson for the burning of Highlander Center in New Market, Tennessee, on May 7, 2025. The nonprofit has a long history of involvement in the Civil Rights Movement. The FBI stated in a court document that Prater participated in neo-Nazi Telegram group…

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