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Federal Prosecutors Close Investigation Into Ronald Greene's Arrest

Federal prosecutors decline charges in Ronald Greene's 2019 death; civil rights investigation reveals excessive force pattern.

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Colorado Activist Group Warns Sheriffs Against ICE Cooperation

ACLU of Colorado warns against cooperating with Trump's deportation plans, citing legal consequences and emphasizing civil rights protection.

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Thousands of students protest in Serbia against violation of civil rights, spy agency crackdown

Serbia’s striking university students have protested outside the Balkan country’s top court to draw their attention to what they say have been violations of their civil rights under the populist authorities, including pressure from the secret service

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N.H. Court Rejects Attempt to Impose Hate Crime Liability on Neo-Nazis for Hanging "Keep New England White" Sign on Overpass

The right result, I think, but I don't think the court's reasoning is quite right.

Reason

DoJ releases its Tulsa race massacre report over 100 years after initial review

DoJ report acknowledges attack ‘was so systematic and coordinated that it transcended mere mob violence’

The Guardian - US

Biden Renames Los Angeles U.S. Courthouse After Civil Rights Icons Felicitas and Gonzalo Mendez

It's the first federal courthouse in U.S. history named after a Latina

Latin Times

Leo Terrell Appointed As Senior Counsel In US Department Of Justice

President-elect Trump appoints Leo Terrell as Senior Counsel for Civil Rights in the DOJ.

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Alec Baldwin Sues for Malicious Prosecution and Civil Rights Violations Over 'Rust' Fatal Shooting Case

Alec Baldwin filed a civil lawsuit alleging malicious prosecution and civil rights violations related to the fatal 2021 shooting on the set of the film Rust.

Latin Times

Alec Baldwin sues for malicious prosecution after judge dismissed case of fatal 'Rust' set shooting

Actor Alec Baldwin has filed a civil lawsuit for malicious prosecution and civil rights violations in the fatal shooting of a cinematographer on the set of the Western movie “Rust.”

The Independent UK

Civil rights groups warn Laken Riley bill could open the door to Trump’s mass deportations

Opponents call the bill a ‘slippery slope’ for Trump’s agenda and a ‘backdoor to mass detention’

The Independent UK

Republican Lawmakers Launch Official Demand to Overturn Same-Sex Marriage Ahead of Trump Inauguration

Idaho Republican lawmakers introduced a resolution urging the Supreme Court to overturn Obergefell v. Hodges, the 2015 decision that legalized same-sex marriage. While the non-binding measure holds no legislative power, it reflects escalating conservative rhetoric targeting LGBTQ+ rights. Advocates warn the move is part of a broader effort to roll…

Latin Times

Letter: Jimmy Carter obituary

Giles Oakley writes: Carter’s knowledge of Christian music of both white and black traditions helped his bond with the civil rights movement

The Guardian - UK

"Florida Woman Convicted of Civil Rights Conspiracy Targeting Pregnancy Resource Centers"

From a Justice Department statement, released Dec. 10 but just posted on Westlaw: Gabriella Oropesa, of Cooper City, Florida, was… The post "Florida Woman Convicted of Civil Rights Conspiracy Targeting Pregnancy Resource Centers" appeared first on Reason.com.

Reason

Peter Yarrow Of Peter, Paul And Mary Dies At 86

Renowned folk singer Peter Yarrow of Peter, Paul and Mary passes away at 86. Known for hits like 'Puff the Magic Dragon' and advocacy for civil rights.

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President Biden Praises Late Sen. Strom Thurmond's Actions

President Biden's speech on Strom Thurmond's legacy and civil rights complexities in historical figures.

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Los Angeles County Sheriff's Deputies Relieved Of Duty

Los Angeles deputy pleads guilty to civil rights violation for using excessive force on transgender man. Internal investigation underway.

The Independent UK

Civil rights icon James Meredith is honored in his Mississippi hometown

A new historical marker has been unveiled in the hometown of civil rights icon James Meredith

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Biden cheered by Democrats and civil rights groups for commuting dozens of death row sentences

Biden’s announcement leaves Democrats breathing easier after Hunter, ‘Kids for Cash’ clemency news

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Biden May Commute Sentences of All 40 Death Row Inmates, Including Boston Bomber Dzhokhar Tsarnaev: Report

President Joe Biden is considering commuting the sentences of most, if not all, 40 death row inmates, including Boston bomber Dzhokhar Tsarnaev, following pressure from religious and civil rights groups, sources told The Wall Street Journal.

The Independent UK

US civil rights probe faults Philadelphia school district over handling of antisemitism reports

Federal education officials say the Philadelphia school district failed to show it protected Jewish students from harassment despite “repeated, extensive notice” that students, teachers and administrators were engaging in antisemitic behavior

The Guardian - US

Why do Black women consistently vote Democrat?

No other demographic has maintained the level of voter loyalty for a party as Black women have – experts tell us why

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Prosecutors Challenge Derek Chauvin's Request For George Floyd's Heart Examination

Federal prosecutors challenge Derek Chauvin's access to George Floyd's heart evidence in civil rights case appeal.

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80 Years Ago On This Day, The Supreme Court Laid Down A Pivotal Decision For Civil Rights

The Supreme Court's Ex parte Endo decisionshaped American civil liberties amidst WWII internment camps.

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Derek Chauvin Seeks New Trial Over George Floyd's Death

Derek Chauvin's defense granted permission to examine George Floyd's samples for new trial attempt in federal civil rights case.

The Independent UK

Judge allows testing of tissue samples from George Floyd as officer who killed him seeks new trial

A judge has granted permission to lawyers for Derek Chauvin to have samples from George Floyd examined as part of the former Minneapolis police officer’s efforts to challenge his conviction on a federal civil rights charge stemming from Floyd’s death in 2020

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