First Amendment

Campus Controversy 3 days ago

Law students eager to fight corrosive campus 'cancel culture' spreading nationwide

This year's Federalist Society convention will highlight young conservative law students, who are defending viewpoint diversity and free speech on university campuses across the country.

Culture Trends November 2

Massachusetts foster parents stripped of license for refusing to sign transgender policy

Christian foster parents lost their license in Massachusetts after refusing to sign a gender identity contract, sparking a religious liberty lawsuit and federal intervention.

Culture Trends November 2

Young America's Foundation table gets trashed at OSU by person who tells conservatives to ‘f--- off’

A student at Oklahoma State University destroyed Young America's Foundation materials and told conservative members to "f--- off" during a campus confrontation.

Opinion November 2

DAN GAINOR: England doesn’t have free speech and wants to take ours away, too

Britain arrests 12,000 people yearly for online speech, including non-residents like Irish comedian Graham Linehan. Free speech advocates warn of global threats to Americans.

White House November 1

Trump White House limits reporters’ access to staff offices in latest move restricting press coverage

The White House is restricting journalist access to senior communications offices without an appointment, citing national security concerns.

Media October 29

Rutgers teachers’ union backs Antifa-linked professor, blasts Turning Point USA students

Rutgers union defends Antifa-aligned professor Mark Bray after Turning Point USA petition seeks his removal, citing doxxing threats and academic freedom concerns.

Opinion October 29

California restaurants choke on new allergen menu mandate amid compliance concerns and costs

First Amendment concerns arise as California mandates restaurant allergen disclosures, creating legal exposure and constitutional challenges for food service businesses.

Media October 28

Wanda Sykes rips Kimmel suspension, calls Riyadh Comedy Fest in Saudi Arabia ‘anti-comedy’

Wanda Sykes called Disney's Jimmy Kimmel suspension and Saudi Arabia's comedy festival speech restrictions examples of censorship in new Variety interview.

VIDEO October 28

Protest breaks out at Michigan high school after Turning Point USA chapter launches

A student organized a “Walk out” on October 22nd 'in opposition to the Turning Point USA coming to our school.' (Credit: Jaden Bennett)

Opinion October 23

Why elite colleges fear Trump and McMahon's new academic compact tying funding to free speech

Trump's Compact for Academic Excellence faces backlash from elite institutions as it demands accountability for free speech in exchange for federal dollars.

Media October 22

SPLC files lawsuit supporting Georgia teacher who said the ‘world is a bit safer’ without Charlie Kirk

The SPLC filed a lawsuit defending a Georgia teacher's free speech rights after she posted about Charlie Kirk assassination, claiming constitutional violations.

Immigration October 21

DOJ argues judge's decision blocking Mahmoud Khalil's removal was 'indefensible'

The U.S. Court of Appeals for the 3rd Circuit hears arguments over whether immigration courts should handle Mahmoud Khalil's detention and removal case.

Media October 21

Rutgers chancellor launches safety review, ‘academic freedom’ task force amid ‘Dr Antifa’ uproar

Professor Mark Bray faced death threats and moves family to Europe as Rutgers Chancellor Francine Conway addresses academic freedom concerns on campus.

Donald Trump October 17

Labor unions sue Trump administration over social media monitoring of visa holders

Three labor unions sued the Trump administration, arguing that it violated the First Amendment rights of visa holders by searching their social media for specific viewpoints.

Digital Originals October 16

Revoking visas over Charlie Kirk assassination remarks supported by TPUSA attendees

College students at a Turning Point USA event at the University of Oklahoma are supportive of visa revocations for foreigners who celebrated Charlie Kirk's assassination.

VIDEO October 16

Stay or leave? Students react to visa revocations over Charlie Kirk social posts

Turning Point USA attendees at The University of Oklahoma discuss free speech issues on campus and the State Department's decision to revoke 6 student visas.?

Texas October 15

Judge blocks part of Texas law that limits campus protests after dark: '1st Amendment does not have a bedtime'

A judge has temporarily blocked key parts of Texas’ new law limiting expression on campuses, preventing the University of Texas System from enforcing a ban on overnight expression

Media October 14

Former Supreme Court justice warns partisanship plays 'too much of a role' in judicial nominations

Former Supreme Court Justice Anthony Kennedy shared his perspective on the court today, addressed presidential power cases and more on "Special Report."

VIDEO October 14

‘Life, Law & Liberty’: Former Supreme Court Justice Anthony Kennedy pens memoir

Former Supreme Court Justice Anthony Kennedy shares his perspective on the court today, addresses presidential power cases and more on ‘Special Report.’

VIDEO October 14

Why these law students say 'toxic' campus orgs are worth the turmoil

Law school students at the University of North Dakota discuss the importance of inviting controversial speakers onto campus and why heated debate among students is essential to college life.

VIDEO October 14

Friend of Charlie Kirk touts Turning Point USA’s growing influence

Alex Bruesewitz, a friend of Charlie Kirk, discusses Kirk’s influence on college campuses and his posthumous Medal of Freedom award on ‘The Story.’

Media October 9

Trevor Noah says it's 'funny' that Charlie Kirk got shot while defending guns

Former "Daily Show" host Trevor Noah said he found it "funny" that Turning Point USA founder Charlie Kirk was shot while defending guns at a speaking event.

Media October 8

Rutgers TPUSA officers slam petition to shut down chapter, ‘Blatantly defamatory’

Alexander Di Filippo accuses Turning Point USA of inciting violence against Antifa handbook author Mark Bray.

Supreme Court Oral Arguments October 8

Supreme Court skeptical of 'conversion therapy' law banning treatment of minors with gender identity issues

As the Supreme Court reviews Colorado’s conversion therapy ban, justices grapple with the balance between free speech, faith and LGBTQ+ protections.

Supreme Court October 7

Supreme Court hears if faith-based counseling on gender identity is protected speech

The Supreme Court hears arguments in Chiles v. Salazar, where Christian therapist Kaley Chiles challenges Colorado's conversion therapy ban as a First Amendment violation.

Federal Courts October 5

Trump's presidency faces crucial tests as Supreme Court begins pivotal term

Supreme Court justices face major constitutional questions about presidential authority as Trump administration appeals reach the high court for final review this term.

Media October 4

Bill Maher criticizes Dave Chappelle for remarks on free speech at Saudi comedy festival

"Real Time" host Bill Maher criticized comedian Dave Chappelle for his remarks downplaying free speech in America during his performance at a Saudi Arabian comedy festival last week.

Donald Trump October 3

Trump says American flag burners will be ‘immediately arrested’ under executive order

President Donald Trump said American flag burners would be arrested and face a year in prison in a Truth Social post citing his August executive order on flag desecration.

First Amendment October 2

Woman caught on camera allegedly lunging at MAGA activist in viral confrontation

Conservative activist Cam Higby used pepper spray in self-defense when a woman allegedly attacked him at Union Station in Washington, D.C.

Politics October 1

EXCLUSIVE: Rep Nancy Mace heads to Clemson in wake of Kirk assassination: ‘We won’t be silenced’

Following Charlie Kirk's fatal shooting at Utah Valley University, Rep. Nancy Mace addresses Turning Point USA gathering at Clemson University to honor his legacy.