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August 27, 2024

On this day in history, August 27, 1963, civil rights pioneer W.E.B. Du Bois dies at age 95

On this day in history, Aug. 27, 1963, W.E.B. Du Bois — who grew up in Massachusetts and became a prominent sociologist, author, activist and co-founder of the NAACP — died at age 95.

August 26, 2024

New Mexico police chief claims he had constitutional right to leave his body cam off after crash: report

Albuquerque Police Chief Harold Medina told investigators he left his body cam off after causing a crash because he was invoking his Fifth Amendment right.

August 19, 2024

State lifts 'political' clothing ban after radio host kicked out of Capitol gallery out over pro-life shirt

Denver radio host Jeff Hunt got booted from a Colorado Senate gallery over his "Pro-Life U" shirt. Here's why attorneys say that violated his free speech rights.

August 18, 2024

On this day in history, August 18, 1920, the 19th Amendment is ratified, granting women the right to vote

The 19th Amendment to the Constitution, securing the right to vote for women, was ratified on August 18, 1920. It's considered one of the great landmarks in the fight for gender equality.

August 13, 2024

Georgia city to pay $55,000, train officers on free speech after veteran arrested for 'panhandling'

A Georgia police department must train officers on the First Amendment after the city settled with an Army veteran who alleged his free speech rights were violated.

August 6, 2024

New York county passes face mask ban

New York's Nassau County voted to pass a bill criminalizing the use of face masks to protect one's identity at a hearing where one protester was arrested.

August 5, 2024

Gun Owners of America fights Florida's ban on carrying firearms openly: 'Blatant infringement'

Gun Owners of America is filing a lawsuit that challenges a Florida state law that prohibits the open carry of firearms, arguing it is unconstitutional under Supreme Court precedent.

August 1, 2024

Project 2025 to issue blistering response to Harris, other critics via dozens of independent fact checks

The Heritage Foundation's Project 2025 plans to unveil a series of fact checks aiming to blunt continued criticism of its nearly-1,000 page framework for a conservative administration.

August 1, 2024

Unpacking the Supreme Court: Why it’s not just a MAGA stronghold, and how the justices really vote

The Supreme Court’s 2023 term reveals complex dynamics beyond a simple MAGA stronghold with nuanced voting patterns altering the ideological balance.

July 30, 2024

Biden’s call for SCOTUS overhaul par for the Democratic course; experts call changes a ‘pipe dream’

President Biden's call for a Supreme Court overhaul is part of a troubling pattern, legal experts said. Biden called Monday for term limits and ethics guardrails.