JONATHAN TURLEY: Afroman turns court into First Amendment rap lesson on rights
Rapper Afroman, who faced legal action from police officers for mocking their raid on his home, defended his actions as a First Amendment right during his court appearance, with the jury ultimately siding with him.
Afroman 'surprised' by reaction to his major free speech victory after jury verdict
Rapper Afroman celebrates a legal victory after a jury ruled his songs mocking a police raid are protected by the First Amendment.
A US court ordered the Pentagon to lift restrictions it imposed on journalists
A federal court in the United States has ordered the Pentagon to lift restrictions imposed on journalists, declaring them unconstitutional under the First Amendment.
Federal judge rules Pentagon policy restricting press access unconstitutional, hands victory to New York Times
A federal judge has ruled the Pentagon's restrictive press access policy unconstitutional, favoring the New York Times and affirming First Amendment rights.
United States: A Judge Strikes Down Pentagon Restrictions on the Press
A U.S. federal judge has declared a Pentagon policy restricting press access unconstitutional, particularly in relation to freedom of speech.
The First Support for Constitutional Amendment from the People Power Party... "We Must Actively Engage in Constitutional Amendment Discussions"
In a significant shift, a lawmaker from the People Power Party has publicly expressed support for a constitutional amendment aimed at embedding key democratic principles into the Constitution.
First Chamber of STF forms majority to convict 3 deputies of PL for embezzlement of amendments
The First Chamber of the STF in Brazil has convicted three deputies of embezzlement related to parliamentary amendment funds.
Will Samsung Electronics Join the Ranks of High-Dividend Companies After the Amendment to the Commercial Code?
Samsung Electronics is under scrutiny as it prepares for its first general shareholder meeting after amendments to the Commercial Code, with investors eager to see if it will meet the requirements to be classified as a high-dividend company.
Constitutional Amendment for 16-Year-Olds Passed First Reading in the Seimas
The Seimas has approved a constitutional amendment allowing voting rights for 16-year-olds, but it faces further scrutiny before final approval.
A New War on Words: How Trump and His Administration Threaten Press Freedom in America
The article discusses the threats to press freedom in America under Donald Trump's administration, particularly regarding the First Amendment.
First grade student disciplined over Black Lives Matter drawing does have free speech rights, court rules
A federal appeals court ruled that a first-grade student from Southern California has First Amendment rights, reviving a lawsuit involving a drawing related to Black Lives Matter.
J.D. Tuccille: The global threat to free speech has a British accent
The article discusses the British internet regulator Ofcom's ambitions to censor American websites, highlighting resistance from a lawyer and the challenges of enforcing such regulations.
Oregon judge limits federal agents’ tear gas use at Portland ICE protests
A federal judge in Oregon has limited the use of tear gas and other crowd-control measures by federal agents during protests outside the ICE building in Portland.
AI firm Anthropic sues US defense department over blacklisting
Anthropic has initiated lawsuits against the US Department of Defense, claiming that the government's labeling of the company as a 'supply chain risk' unlawfully infringes upon its First Amendment rights.
First Shareholders' Meeting After Corporate Law Amendments... Changed Corporations, Resilient Corporations
The article discusses the implications of recent corporate law amendments in South Korea, highlighting how companies are adapting their governance structures in response to new regulations ahead of the annual shareholders' meetings.
Federal judge skeptical of Pentagon rules for reporters, saying 'asking a question is not criminal'
A U.S. District Judge expressed skepticism towards the Pentagon's restrictions on journalists, emphasizing the importance of the right to ask questions without facing consequences.
Parents, not bureaucrats, raise America’s children and the Supreme Court agrees
The Supreme Court ruled that California's law limiting parental disclosure regarding children's gender identity violates the First and Fourteenth Amendment rights of parents.
5th Circuit clears Texas to enforce drag show law in front of minors, Paxton claims 'major win'
A Texas law regulating drag shows in the presence of minors has been upheld by the 5th Circuit Court of Appeals, allowing its enforcement after a previous lower court injunction was lifted.
Judge declines to halt probe into Iowa teachers’ posts after Charlie Kirk’s assassination
A federal judge has declined to stop disciplinary investigations into two Iowa teachers for their social media posts following the assassination of activist Charlie Kirk, deeming the situation 'deeply troubling.'
Hegseth appeals ruling blocking punishment of Dem senator over 'illegal orders' video
War Secretary Pete Hegseth is appealing a ruling that prevents the Pentagon from punishing Senator Mark Kelly over a video suggesting service members should defy illegal orders.
Third Amendment to the Commercial Act Submitted to the National Assembly... The People's Power Party, with Yoon Han-hong as the first speaker, Begins Filibuster
The People's Power Party of South Korea has initiated a filibuster against the third amendment to the Commercial Act, which mandates the mandatory buyback of treasury stocks, soon after it was presented in the National Assembly.
Amendment to the National Referendum Act Advances to the Judicial Committee... The First Step for Constitutional Vote
The amendment procedure for the National Referendum Act, a prerequisite for constitutional reform, gained momentum in the National Assembly on the 23rd, raising prospects for a vote before the ongoing February session ends.
VIDEO: group performs choreography in tribute to Renee Good and Alex Pretti, killed by immigration agents in the US
The First Amendment Troop performed a dance tribute at the Kennedy Center for Renee Good and Alex Pretti, who were shot and killed by immigration agents in separate incidents in Minnesota.
Prime Minister Takaichi Shows Ambition for Constitutional Amendment: Attitude Toward Discussions in a "One-Strong National Assembly" is Questioned
Prime Minister Takaichi expressed her intent to push for constitutional amendments and highlighted the need for serious discussions in the National Assembly during her first press conference as the newly elected Prime Minister of Japan.
Don Lemon defiant after pleading not guilty in Minnesota church case, vows he will 'not be intimidated'
Don Lemon, former CNN host, pleads not guilty to charges tied to a protest at a Minnesota church and asserts he will not be intimidated in his fight for journalistic rights.
A US judge undermines the Pentagon's efforts to punish a Democratic senator
A federal judge has temporarily halted the Pentagon's attempts to sanction Democratic Senator Mark Kelly over a video urging military and intelligence personnel to disobey illegal orders.
Federal judge blocks Pentagon from demoting Mark Kelly over controversial military video
A federal judge has ruled that the Pentagon cannot demote Sen. Mark Kelly for his participation in a controversial military video advocating defiance of illegal orders.
“Is he the President of Korea?” Pastor Lee Young-hoon’s excessive protocol at LA airport stirs up the U.S.
A South Korean pastor experienced an excessive display of protocol upon his arrival at Los Angeles International Airport, which has sparked national discussions.
Ex-CNN anchor Don Lemon urges US to ‘keep fighting’ for right to free press
Don Lemon emphasizes the need to protect the freedom of the press in America, labeling it essential for democracy following his recent arrest while covering a protest.
Raphael Warnock likens journalists to pastors as he decries Don Lemon's arrest
Senator Raphael Warnock defended journalist Don Lemon amid his recent arrest during an anti-ICE protest, emphasizing the shared mission of journalists and pastors to seek and speak the truth.
Federal judge grills DOJ lawyers over censure of Democratic senator
A federal judge is evaluating a claim by Senator Mark Kelly regarding First Amendment violations linked to alleged Pentagon retaliation for his political speech.
Don Lemon says Nancy Pelosi told him he’d be ‘face of the First Amendment’ after arrest
Former CNN host Don Lemon claimed that Nancy Pelosi remarked he might become the new 'face of the First Amendment' following his arrest at an anti-immigration protest.
UCLA DEI director says he was fired over controversial Charlie Kirk posts: 'Glad when bigots die'
Johnathan Perkins claims he was fired from UCLA after expressing no remorse for the death of conservative figure Charlie Kirk, stating it violated his First Amendment rights.
Over the top? ICE agent shoots soccer mom, blames ‘domestic terrorism’
The violent death of Renee Nicole Good, a mother, by an ICE agent in Minneapolis raises concerns about the implications for First Amendment rights and the perception of protesters as domestic terrorists.
Amendment to the Law on Higher Education: Is the system adapting to interest groups within the academic community?
The Ministry of Science, Education, and Youth in Croatia is set to amend the Law on Higher Education and Scientific Activity for the first time since its adoption in 2022, highlighting the need to refine certain provisions based on practical experiences before further legislative changes are proposed.
JONATHAN TURLEY: Even the Washington Post admits Jack Smith was wrong on free speech
In this article, Jonathan Turley discusses the implications of Special Counsel Jack Smith's approach towards free speech in the context of the prosecution of Donald Trump, arguing that his January 6th speech is protected under the First Amendment.
KSC: Year Instead of Half a Year. First, a Bipartisan Compromise, Then a Dispute Over a High-Risk Supplier
The Digitalization, Innovation and Modern Technologies Committee of the Polish Parliament continued discussions on a government amendment to the national cybersecurity system law, addressing bipartisan compromises and concerns over a particular high-risk supplier.
Bid to change Taiwan law that prompted Beijing to warn of war risk falls at first hurdle
A proposed amendment to Taiwan's relations law, which could have provoked Beijing's anger, was halted in its initial stages after concerns about the implications for de jure independence.