Transgender Attorney for ACLU to Become First to Argue before the Supreme Court – in Upcoming Landmark Transgender Rights Case
Washington, DC – The Supreme Court has granted a request for split argument time between the United…
ACLU of Northern California Submitting Complaint against Current and Former Vallejo Police Department
The ACLU recently filed a complaint with the California Commission on Peace Officer Standards and Training, (POST),…
Governor Newsom Vetoes AB 2681, Supports Implementation of the RoboCop in Law Enforcement Processes
SACRAMENTO, CA – California Governor Gavin Newsom—at the behest of police—has vetoed AB 2681, a bill that…
Guest Commentary: State Legislatures Need to Block Creation of Nightmarish National Identity System
The ACLU has issued legislative recommendations on protecting privacy and accessibility when creating digital IDs. Around the…
Guest Commentary: Why the Fight for Trans Rights Never Gets Easier – or Less Vital
For decades the trans community has successfully fought partisan politicians who attempt to discriminate against or endanger…
Yes on Prop 6 Campaign Rolls Out Key Labor and Newspaper Endorsements
Proposition 6 seeks to improve safety and save taxpayer dollars by prioritizing rehabilitation in California prisons over…
Community Leaders Call For an End to Slavery in California
San Francisco, CA – Informing the public that “Our California constitution currently reads involuntary servitude is prohibited…
ACLU Advocates for Gun Rights of People with Non-Violent Felony Convictions
SAN FRANCISCO, CA – A man did not forfeit his Second Amendment rights because of a past,…
ACLU Southern California Releases Ballot Guide for November
Disclaimer: Opinions are those of the writer and do not reflect those of The Vanguard or its…
Letter: Groups Oppose HR 9495, the Stop Terror-Financing and Tax Penalties on American Hostages Act
We write to express our deep concerns with H.R. 9495, the Stop Terror-Financing and Tax Penalties on…
ACLU Takes ‘Big Breath of Relief’ As California Legislature Rejects Facial Recognition Bill
By Andrea Bernal SACRAMENTO, CA – The California Legislature’s recent rejection of Assembly Bill 1814 that “would…
Guest Commentary: The Supreme Court Case on Trans Health Care, Explained
By Gillian Branstetter The court will soon hear a landmark legal challenge brought by the ACLU against…
Letter: OPPOSE AB 1960 (Rivas) Sentencing Enhancements for Property Loss
Dear Governor Newsom, We the undersigned organizations, which include experts, practitioners, directly impacted people, and advocates with…
Closing Arguments Conclude in Landmark Lawsuit – Could Affect More Than 100 People on North Carolina’s Death Row
By Yana Singhal RALEIGH, NC – Attorneys delivered closing arguments Monday in North Carolina v. Hasson Bacote,…
Guest Commentary: Once again, California refused to endorse face surveillance. Now it’s time to ban it.
By Becca Cramer-Mowder For the third time in five years, California rejected a bill that would have…
In 5-4 Decision, Supreme Court Denies Biden Administration Request on Title IX and Transgender Rights
Special to the Vanguard Washington, DC – By a 5-4 vote, the Supreme Court of the United…
ACLU Urges Congress to Move ‘Swiftly’ after Reintroduction of George Floyd Justice in Policing Act
By Andrea Bernal WASHINGTON, DC – The American Civil Liberties Union (ACLU) this past week urged Congress…
Commentary: Governor’s Approach is Not Likely to Help Our Homeless Problems
Governor Gavin Newsom following the controversial Grants Pass ruling by the US Supreme court has ordered the…
Homeless Rights Groups Decry Governor Newsom’s Order Clearing Homeless Encampments
Sacramento, CA – On Thursday, numerous homeless rights groups criticized Governor Newsom after he issued an executive…
Governor Signs Bill That Bans the Forcible Outing of LGBTQ Students
By David M. Greenwald Executive Editor Sacramento, CA – Governor Newsom signed into law on Monday, among…
