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More than 110,000 protesters gathered in London for a rally led by activists, chanting support for slain American conservative Charlie Kirk and calling for blame to be placed on the left for celebrating his murder. The demonstration, organized by controversial far-right activist Tommy Robinson, aimed to defend free speech and unite the kingdom. Violent Clashes […]
The Justice Department announced charges against 30 additional individuals for their involvement in a January protest at Cities Church in St. Paul, Minnesota. This action expands a criminal civil rights case that already includes journalist Don Lemon and fellow journalist Nekima Levy Armstrong. Attorney General Pam Bondi stated that 25 of the 30 individuals have […]
Mulbah K. Morlu, chairman of the advocacy group Solidarity and Trust for a New Day (STAND), has condemned the actions of the Liberia National Police (LNP) against peaceful protesters and criticized the Executive Mansion for rejecting a petition submitted by demonstrators. Morlu vowed that the opposition’s efforts against what he described as “bad governance” will […]
A federal judge has dismissed a portion of a lawsuit filed by the family of Robert Dotson, who was fatally shot by police in Farmington, New Mexico. The lawsuit alleged civil rights violations stemming from the shooting, which occurred after police responded to a domestic violence call at the wrong address. Prosecutors reviewed the events […]
The recent AFCON 2025 final in Rabat, Morocco, between Morocco and Senegal, was marred by disruptive incidents, prompting condemnation from football officials. The events highlighted potential challenges for future African football tournaments, particularly as East Africa (Tanzania, Kenya, and Uganda) prepares to host the 2027 edition. Post-Match Disruption The aftermath of the final saw players […]
Gillian E. Metzger, a scholar of administrative and constitutional law, has discussed the impact of recent U.S. Supreme Court rulings on administrative law doctrine and the operation of federal regulatory agencies. Her analysis reveals a pattern of skepticism and distrust of administrative agencies within the Roberts Court. Supreme Court Decisions Reshaping Administrative Law Many recent […]
The Trump administration has taken actions perceived by some as attempts to suppress criticism of its policies, utilizing tactics that involve pressuring individuals and institutions to align with its views. Recent events have highlighted concerns about potential government overreach and its impact on free speech. Actions Against Critics Lawmakers have reportedly pressured schools to take […]
During a time described as truly catastrophic for human rights, research and advocacy are more important than ever. Globally, we’re seeing hard-fought rights wound back, rising authoritarianism, and blatant disregard for international law. War crimes and genocide continue while world leaders’ appetite to oppose these atrocities diminishes. Together, we are a global movement of more […]
The legal proceedings related to injuries sustained during a March 2023 protest against mega-reservoirs in Sainte-Soline, France, are currently stalled. The protest, which took place in western France, saw clashes between protestors and gendarmes. Recent Video Evidence Videos released by Mediapart and Libération on November 5, 2023, depicted gendarmes firing direct shots from grenade launchers […]
Former Wisconsin Supreme Court Justice Michael Gableman alleges his due process rights have been denied during the ongoing proceedings related to his investigation of the 2020 presidential election. This claim stems from a dispute over whether two liberal justices on the Wisconsin Supreme Court should have recused themselves from hearing the case that will determine […]
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