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Executive Order 14148, issued in January 2025, rescinds dozens of prior executive actions that the current administration deemed inflationary, divisive, or harmful to national interests. The order specifically targets policies…

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In January 2025, Executive Order 14147 directed federal agencies to investigate and report on instances of political bias in their law enforcement and intelligence activities. The order claims that previous…

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This Executive Order affirms the federal government’s commitment to protecting First Amendment rights by prohibiting any agency from censoring constitutionally protected speech. It responds to prior federal actions that allegedly…

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The CFPB’s FY 2024 MD-715 report highlights its commitment to advancing equity, inclusion, and diversity across the agency. Key initiatives included enhancing data transparency, increasing access to leadership development, and…

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This quick-look report explores the deep psychological and spiritual wounds known as moral injury (MI) experienced by SOF personnel. Unlike PTSD, which is driven by fear, MI arises from events…

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The President has established the Religious Liberty Commission to reinforce and expand protections for religious freedom across the United States. This initiative responds to growing concerns about policies that may…

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This executive order addresses the growing concern of overcriminalization in federal regulations. With tens of thousands of complex rules—many carrying criminal penalties—it calls for greater transparency, accountability, and fairness in…

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This executive order directs a return to discipline policies rooted in student behavior rather than statistical disparities by race. It overturns recent federal guidance that encouraged schools to evaluate disciplinary…

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This executive order seeks to eliminate the use of disparate-impact liability in federal enforcement, regulation, and civil rights law interpretation. It asserts that disparate-impact frameworks—where unequal outcomes may be viewed…

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This poster from the Office of Congressional Workplace Rights outlines the protections afforded to legislative branch employees under the Congressional Accountability Act. It covers a wide range of rights, including…

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Asylum seekers in the U.S. continue to face significant hurdles under expedited removal policies, including rushed timelines, poor detention conditions, and limited access to legal counsel. The report reveals that…

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Religious freedom remains under siege across the globe, as authoritarian regimes and nonstate actors alike intensified their repression in 2024. From Nicaragua’s assault on clergy to China’s ideological control of…

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For 60 years, civil rights laws have shaped workplace protections, ensuring equal opportunity for all employees in the U.S. From prohibiting discrimination based on race, gender, and disability to expanding…

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Since 1967, the United Nations has relied on independent human rights experts, known as mandate holders, to address global human rights issues. These individuals, selected by the Human Rights Council,…

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Biometric technology is reshaping law enforcement, offering powerful tools to enhance public safety while raising critical discussions on privacy, civil rights, and accountability. The latest federal report highlights how biometrics…

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