First Amendment

A Florida newsroom is suing Key Biscayne over a policy that bars public employees from speaking to the press.

“BenitoLink’s right to document government activities in public spaces … is firmly established,” RCFP and BenitoLink argue.

Trump’s executive order “strikes at the heart of free speech and a free press," undermining the First Amendment.

“[T]he right and ability of the press to document law enforcement ... activity safely and effectively is foundational to self-government.”

A provision in immigration law explicitly permits the U.S. to revoke non-citizens’ green cards or visas for protected speech.

Journalist Maya Lau accuses Los Angeles County of violating her constitutional rights in retaliation for her reporting.

The lawsuit alleges retaliation for her coverage of LA County sheriff’s deputies with histories of dishonesty and other misconduct.

By attempting to regulate perceived bias by social media platforms, the FTC could run afoul of the First Amendment.

“Not only are these executive orders unconstitutional, if allowed to stand they could serve to hinder public interest newsgathering.”

The editorial independence of USAGM networks is essential to their credibility, their mission, and the safety of their reporters.