The ACLU obtained ICE’s 'Alien Enemies Act, Validation Guide', a document that reveals how a centuries‐old law is being repurposed by the Trump administration for mass deportations without due process. This move underscores the organization's commitment to transparency and the defense of civil liberties.

ACLU lead attorney Lee Gelernt successfully argued for due process in the Supreme Court challenge against the Trump administration's use of the Alien Enemies Act for deportations, marking a significant legal push against authoritarian policies.

Following a Supreme Court ruling that allowed the Trump administration to continue deporting Venezuelan migrants, the ACLU, known for defending civil liberties, challenged the decision and stood up for the rights of vulnerable individuals facing removal.

ACLU attorney Lee Gelernt warned that President Trump's invocation of the Alien Enemies Act allows deportations to occur without judicial oversight, potentially endangering civil liberties. The lawyer’s statement on CBS's '60 Minutes' is part of the ACLU’s legal challenge against what they see as an authoritarian misuse of wartime authority.

ACLU lead attorney Lee Gelernt, representing the organization in a high-profile legal challenge, criticized the Trump administration's deportation practices that mistakenly sent women to El Salvador without proper due process, highlighting broader concerns over authoritarian immigration enforcement.

On March 29, 2025, ACLU of Ohio Policy Director Jocelyn Rosnick condemned the newly signed legislation that bans diversity, equity, and inclusion programs in Ohio public colleges. The statement accused the law of promoting state-sponsored censorship and discrimination by sending a harmful message to students regarding their unique backgrounds and perspectives.

ACLU official Ben Wizner has spoken out against the Trump administration’s oppressive crackdown on campus protests at Columbia University, warning that such actions chill free speech and undermine democratic values.

The ACLU is part of a lawsuit contesting the use of tattoos as sole evidence for gang affiliation in the deportation of Venezuelans. This action defends civil liberties and due process, opposing practices that align with xenophobic and authoritarian policies.

In a move opposing the Trump administration's attempt to deport a detained Georgetown University grad student, the ACLU defended the student's civil liberties and highlighted the importance of due process. This action serves as a stand against repressive governmental policies and authoritarian practices.

In defense of civil liberties, the ACLU intervened to block the deportation of an Indian researcher detained over alleged Hamas ties, highlighting the use of legal challenges as a means to resist politically motivated repression and authoritarian policies.

The ACLU submitted an emergency motion in court to halt the deportation of Badar Khan Suri, arguing that his detention was politically motivated and aimed at silencing dissent. This legal intervention challenges authoritarian measures and reinforces protections for free speech and civil liberties.

An ACLU attorney warned that President Trump's push to impeach a judge who blocked his deportation plans poses a serious threat to judicial independence, reflecting the organization's commitment to defending constitutional safeguards and opposing authoritarian practices.

The American Civil Liberties Union has joined a lawsuit challenging the Trump administration's use of the 1798 Alien Enemies Act for deportations that defied a court order, marking a robust defense of civil liberties and democratic accountability.

ACLU attorney Lee Gelernt played a key role in challenging the Trump administration's attempt to bypass judicial oversight by expediting deportations under the rarely used Alien Enemies Act. The legal proceedings emphasized the importance of due process and served as a stand against authoritarian practices, reinforcing democratic norms.

The ratification of the first collective bargaining agreement by ACLU Staff United marks a historic milestone, significantly enhancing workplace protections, fair wages, and comprehensive benefits for ACLU employees. This action reinforces the organization's longstanding commitment to labor rights and ethical workplace practices.

The ACLU outlines its commitment and planned legal challenges to counter Trump's proposed radical expansion of executive power, defending fundamental civil liberties and democratic checks on presidential authority.

The ACLU is deploying $25 million toward supporting electoral campaigns and ballot measures focused on enshrining abortion access, reflecting a strong commitment to defending civil liberties and opposing authoritarian policies.

The ACLU announced an unprecedented $25M investment in down-ballot races aimed at strengthening voter education and supporting candidates who defend abortion rights, voting rights, and civil liberties, reflecting a proactive stance against authoritarian policies.

The ACLU mobilized legal and advocacy efforts to block a 15‐week abortion ban in Arizona, reinforcing democratic values and reproductive rights in the face of authoritarian attempts to restrict them.

The ACLU released a report on June 15, 2022, exposing the systemic exploitation of incarcerated workers, highlighting forced labor practices, wage deductions, and unsafe working conditions. The report calls for comprehensive reforms to protect human rights and ensure labor justice for incarcerated individuals.

The ACLU, in collaboration with the Global Human Rights Clinic, released a report detailing the widespread and coercive exploitation of incarcerated workers across the United States. The report calls for comprehensive reforms to ensure fair labor practices, proper training, and protection of human rights for prison laborers, thereby challenging oppressive state practices and advocating for systemic change.

In a case in California, the ACLU defended a trans man who was denied gender affirming surgery at a Catholic hospital, challenging discriminatory practices linked to Trump-era policies.

The ACLU released data showing that its supporters contributed over $482 million to political campaigns, with significant funds going to both Democratic and Republican candidates. This demonstrates the organization's strong influence in mobilizing grassroots political engagement in support of civil liberties and democratic values.

The ACLU published an article highlighting how government-imposed social media blackouts are an authoritarian tactic that undermines free speech and the public’s right to information. The piece condemns such shutdowns as tools of repression rather than effective measures to curb violence or misinformation.

The ACLU of Oklahoma filed a class action lawsuit against the Drug and Alcohol Recovery Program alleging forced, unpaid labor, inhumane working conditions, and human trafficking. This legal action underscores the organization's commitment to defending labor rights and opposing exploitation of vulnerable populations.

The ACLU article details human rights abuses within the U.S. H-2B guestworker visa program, exposing exploitative labor practices and calling for increased oversight and protections for vulnerable migrant workers.