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Trump's Antifa terrorist designation sparks UK concerns

Former President Donald Trump's controversial move to designate Antifa as a terrorist organisation has raised alarm among civil liberties experts and UK officials, who warn of dangerous implications for protest rights and free speech.

Minister shot by ICE agents sues US government

A Chicago church minister shot by ICE agents during a controversial raid is taking the US government to court in a landmark First Amendment case that questions the boundaries of immigration enforcement.

Climate activists face authoritarian crackdown

Prominent US climate group Sunrise Movement warns of escalating authoritarian tactics targeting environmental activists, drawing parallels to historical suppression of social movements.

Farage demands UK quit ECHR as Tories clash

Nigel Farage has thrown down the gauntlet to Rishi Sunak, demanding the UK withdraw from the European Convention on Human Rights as Conservative ministers publicly disagree over the controversial move.

Engineer in legal battle over toilet access dispute

A civil engineer finds himself at the centre of a workplace conflict and legal challenge after refusing to disclose his identity during a toilet access disagreement with transgender colleagues.

ACLU sues Detroit police over Trump rally arrests

The American Civil Liberties Union files lawsuit against Detroit police for allegedly violating constitutional rights during Trump campaign event, seeking policy changes and damages.

Georgia Court protects Gullah Geechee land rights

In a historic ruling, Georgia's highest court has strengthened legal protections for ancestral lands of the Gullah Geechee community, marking a significant victory in the fight against discriminatory property laws.

Texas Lawyers Face DOJ Civil Rights Investigation

The US Department of Justice has launched a civil rights investigation into legal professionals in McAllen, Texas, following serious allegations of misconduct and rights violations against local residents.

Police confiscate Union Jack from teenager at protest

Northumbria Police face backlash after confiscating a Union Jack flag from a 16-year-old during counter-demonstration against migrant protests. Civil liberties groups question the legality of the seizure.

Byron Bay festival strip search of teen sparks outrage

Exclusive: A mother's fury erupts as her 17-year-old daughter undergoes controversial strip search at Splendour in the Grass festival, raising serious questions about police procedures and youth safety at major events.

DOJ Launches Civil Rights Probe into Anchorage Police

The US Department of Justice has initiated a sweeping civil investigation into the Anchorage Police Department, examining use of force, mental health responses, and policing of vulnerable communities.

NYC agrees $28.7m settlement with George Floyd protesters

New York City agrees to a multi-million dollar settlement with hundreds of protesters over alleged police brutality and wrongful arrests during the 2020 George Floyd demonstrations, marking a significant moment for police accountability.

Jasmine Crockett's 'Caucasians' remark sparks controversy

US Representative Jasmine Crockett faces a backlash after a video surfaces showing her making a controversial comment about 'Caucasians' interrupting a moment of silence for a civil rights hero, drawing condemnation from conservative commentator Charlie K

UK Migration Bill Sparks Liberty vs Security Debate

The UK government's proposed Illegal Migration Bill aims to strengthen border controls but raises serious concerns about fundamental freedoms. This analysis examines the tension between national security and individual rights.

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