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EFF Challenges CPSC for Public Access to Governing Laws

The Electronic Frontier Foundation (EFF) is taking legal action against the Consumer Product Safety Council to enhance public access to critical legal information.

Editorial Staff Mar 13

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Analyzing the Role of Legislative History in Judicial Decisions

This analysis explores the implications of the court's approach to legislative history in judicial decision-making, focusing on its potential future relevance.

Editorial Staff Mar 13

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Analyzing Birthright Citizenship Through Originalism in Supreme Court Case

The Supreme Court case Trump v. Barbara raises critical questions about originalism and its application to birthright citizenship, reflecting on the implications for legal frameworks.

Editorial Staff Mar 12

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Rep. Finke Highlights Control Implications of HF1434 Internet Age-Gating Proposal

Rep. Leigh Finke's recent testimony against HF1434 raises critical questions about the implications of internet age-gating on infrastructure and access control.

Editorial Staff Mar 12

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Analyzing the Oyez Project's Role in Supreme Court Accessibility

Jerry Goldman, founder of the Oyez Project, discusses its significant impact on public understanding of the Supreme Court's decisions and processes.

Editorial Staff Mar 12

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Supreme Court Review Requested on Haitian Nationals' Protected Status

The Trump administration is seeking Supreme Court intervention to pause a federal ruling that currently protects Haitian nationals from deportation, potentially affecting thousands.

Editorial Staff Mar 11

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Implications of Trump's Executive Order on Birthright Citizenship

The recent executive order issued by President Trump regarding birthright citizenship raises significant questions about its impact on citizenship rights and the interpretation of the 14th Amendment.

Editorial Staff Mar 11

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Understanding the First Amendment's Role for University Students

The application of the First Amendment to public university students is increasingly relevant, particularly amid recent campus protests regarding sensitive topics.

Editorial Staff Mar 11

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Implications of Copyright Claims on Religious Inquiry

The intersection of copyright law and religious freedom raises concerns about the suppression of inquiry. The Watch Tower Bible and Tract Society's actions highlight potential risks to open discourse.

Editorial Staff Mar 10

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Cindy Cohn's Book Launch on Data Security Scheduled for March 2026

The Electronic Frontier Foundation (EFF) will host a launch event for Cindy Cohn's new book focused on data security and privacy rights on March 12, 2026.

Editorial Staff Mar 9

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Supreme Court to Review Technical Environmental Law Case in Upcoming Term

The Supreme Court has added a case regarding the interaction of federal environmental laws to its 2026-27 docket, indicating a focus on regulatory frameworks.

Editorial Staff Mar 9

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Justice Department Proposes Modern Interpretation of Birthright Citizenship

The Justice Department is advocating for a contemporary understanding of birthright citizenship, which could reshape legal frameworks in immigration cases.

Editorial Staff Mar 9