First Amendment Under Siege: Trump Administration's Multi-Pronged Attack on Constitutional Freedoms
The Trump administration's recent actions pose unprecedented threats to all five First Amendment freedoms through policy changes, legal pressure, and direct restrictions. Constitutional experts warn these coordinated efforts could permanently damage core protections that have safeguarded American democracy for centuries.
Federal Court Mandates Warrants for Backdoor Surveillance Searches
A landmark federal court ruling declares warrantless backdoor searches of Americans' private communications under Section 702 unconstitutional. The decision challenges law enforcement's current practices and arrives as Congress faces pressure to reform surveillance legislation ahead of its 2026 expiration.
Trump's Executive Order Targets Federal Influence on Social Media Content Moderation
Former President Trump signs executive order prohibiting federal officials from pressuring social media platforms to moderate content, marking a significant shift in government approach. The move follows allegations of government overreach in content moderation during the Biden administration, despite platforms maintaining their independent decision-making processes.
White House Website Removes Constitution Page on Trump's Return to Office
On Trump's first day back as president in 2025, the U.S. Constitution page vanished from the White House website, replaced by a 404 error. The removal coincides with controversial executive orders and mirrors previous content purges, raising concerns about government transparency.