ACLU of Idaho @acluidaho.bsky.social · 1hICE arrests have been rising across the country, and Idaho is no exception. When law enforcement can get away with using unlawful and unreasonable detentions on a defenseless community, all our rights are threatened. Learn more: www.acluidaho.org/justice-for-... 174
ACLU of Idaho @acluidaho.bsky.social · 02/10/2026The same thing that happened to Thomas Creech also just happened to Christa Pike. Nobody should champion state-sponsored torture or cruel and unusual punishment at the hands of the government. It is antithetical to our American values, and an offense to our Constitution. www.ktvb.com/article/news...ktvb.comHow Idaho's execution laws have evolved over the state's historyIdaho's recent shift to firing squads after botched lethal injections sparks a debate on execution methods and their moral implications, drawing national attention. 082
ACLU of Idaho @acluidaho.bsky.social · 30/09/2026Today marks the 50th anniversary of the Hyde Amendment. The Hyde Amendment passed in 1976 banning the use of federal funds for abortions with narrow exceptions for cases of rape, incest, or when the pregnant patient's life is in danger. Statement by @aclu_nationwide: www.aclu.org/press-releas...aclu.orgACLU Statement on the 50th Anniversary of the Hyde Amendment, which Bans Abortion Coverage in Federal Programs | American Civil Liberties UnionWASHINGTON — This year marks the 50th anniversary of the Hyde Amendment, a harmful annual budget rider that bans abortion coverage in the Medicaid... 020
ACLU of Idaho @acluidaho.bsky.social · 30/09/2026Attacks on reproductive freedom in Idaho are far from over. Since Idaho's 2022 abortion ban took effect, the legislature has even tried to limit reproductive health access even further. For example, last year, a bill to remove exceptions for rape and murder was introduced: buff.ly/BUfoX1j 1104
ACLU of Idaho @acluidaho.bsky.social · 28/09/2026Idaho has gone from two to 14 ICE agreements over the past two years. There are now 11 counties, one city, and two statewide agencies who have agreed to use their resources to carry out immigration enforcement duties. 31212
ACLU of Idaho @acluidaho.bsky.social · 25/09/2026Idaho's 2026 General Election is approaching. Are you ready to vote? 🗳️ Idahoans will have the opportunity to weigh in on multiple critical issues, including statewide constitutional amendments and a proposition to establish the right to reproductive freedom. 062
ACLU of Idaho @acluidaho.bsky.social · 21/09/2026We're hiring for a senior position! Apply today at www.acluidaho.org/jobs/chief-p... 175
ACLU of Idaho @acluidaho.bsky.social · 16/09/2026A new report by @aclu.org and @aflcio.org breaks down the economic impact of a turbo-charged mass deportation agenda, and how it only cripples our country's already struggling economy. Read more: www.aclu.org/publications...aclu.orgCitizenship and the Affordability Agenda: A Path to Better Jobs, Higher Wages, and Prosperity for All | American Civil Liberties UnionImmigrants' Rights 020
ACLU of Idaho @acluidaho.bsky.social · 09/09/2026“Warrants for five people accused of unlicensed gambling do not give police a blank check to round up hundreds of people, hold families at gunpoint, or target people based on their perceived ethnicity." ~ Allison Frankel, senior staff attorney at the ACLU’s Criminal Law Reform Project.acluidaho.orgACLU Urges Court to Allow Lawsuit Challenging Violent Idaho Immigration Raid to Proceed - ACLU of IdahoAn opposition to the defendants’ motion to dismiss filed today challenges defendants’ claim that the massive immigration raid at a family event was a routine execution of five criminal warrants 2156
ACLU of Idaho @acluidaho.bsky.social · 08/09/2026The government must answer for their cruelty in Wilder. 21910
ACLU of Idaho @acluidaho.bsky.social · 03/09/2026We are demanding that Governor Little remove Idaho National Guard troops from Washington D.C. Idaho's troops have no need to patrol the streets of D.C. for months on end. 02211
ACLU of Idaho @acluidaho.bsky.social · 03/09/2026We signed a letter underscoring the urgent need to remove troops from the nation's capital, joining @aclu.org and every other ACLU affiliate in the country. Read the full letter and press release: buff.ly/7tbynHKbuff.lyACLU of Idaho Demands National Guard Troops Leave Washington D.C. - ACLU of IdahoIn a letter addressed to the American public, ACLU and affiliates warn prolonged deployments carry nationwide costs and risk normalizing military presence on American streets. 1153
ACLU of Idaho @acluidaho.bsky.social · 02/09/2026Earlier this month, the ACLU published the research report Agents of Chaos and Cruelty, which documents widespread civil rights violations carried out by immigration agents at the beginning of President Trump’s second term. Check out the full report here: www.aclu.org/publications... 143
ACLU of Idaho @acluidaho.bsky.social · 30/08/2026A court ruling that had protected emergency abortion care in Idaho was significantly narrowed this week. That means most Idahoans will again lose access to health-preserving and life-saving medical care. Idaho’s abortion laws have created a confusing legal landscape that puts patients at risk.idahocapitalsun.comIdaho federal judge narrows abortion ruling to only protect Boise doctor who filed lawsuit • Idaho Capital SunOther Idaho doctors will be subject to Idaho’s near-total abortion ban, without exceptions for health or risk of death from self-harm. 163
ACLU of Idaho @acluidaho.bsky.social · 25/08/2026Since Idaho's abortion ban took effect in 2022: 🩺 35% of practicing OB-GYN physicians have left the state. 🏥 Several hospitals have scaled back or completely shut down labor and delivery units. This alarming trend has left thousands of Idahoans without access to reproductive care.nbcnews.comPregnant with no OB-GYNs around: Maternity care became a casualty of Idaho's abortion banAfter an Idaho hospital closed its obstetrics department, pregnant women in the county have been left without nearby care. Their OB-GYNs fled the state. 1167
ACLU of Idaho @acluidaho.bsky.social · 21/08/2026Flock Safety announced last week that it will reduce its standard data retention policy and provide more control over local data searches, among other changes. But @ACLU.org's analysis shows many of the proposed changes seem to be largely hollow security promises. More info: tinyurl.com/FlockACLUaclu.orgFlock's Cameras Remain Civil Liberties Threat Despite UpdatesACLU responds to surveillance company Flock's announcement of changes to license plate reader system. 054
ACLU of Idaho @acluidaho.bsky.social · 21/08/2026A recent court ruling in a case brought by @legalvoice.org on behalf of an Idaho doctor means healthcare providers cannot go to prison for providing an abortion to protect the health or life of a patient. However, a majority of Idaho's abortion ban is still in place. 173
ACLU of Idaho @acluidaho.bsky.social · 15/08/2026A court ruling on Idaho's extreme abortion ban is a win for constitutional rights and a critical step toward reclaiming reproductive freedom in Idaho. But the fight for medical freedom and privacy is far from over.idahocapitalsun.comIdaho judge ruling allows abortion if it protects mother’s health, prevents self-harm • Idaho Capital SunThe Idaho federal judge's decision, released Thursday, marks a major change to Idaho abortion ban’s exemptions. 0122
ACLU of Idaho @acluidaho.bsky.social · 11/08/2026⚠️With increasing ICE activity in the Treasure Valley, including the questioning and detainment of U.S. citizens, remember your rights: you have the right to remain silent, record law enforcement, and protection against unreasonable search and seizure. 02411
ACLU of Idaho @acluidaho.bsky.social · 07/08/2026In response to an increase in ICE detentions at airports, immigration attorneys are advising their clients to avoid traveling, even when they are following the process to gain status. Click the link to learn about your rights when encountering law enforcement at the airport: buff.ly/pq5hcqV 042
ACLU of Idaho @acluidaho.bsky.social · 07/08/2026Few states have an abortion ban as extreme as Idaho: Zero exceptions for the health of a pregnant person, even for pregnancies involving catastrophic fetal anomalies. Severe criminal penalties for providers, including prison time. This isn't freedom. This is sweeping government overreach. 1101
ACLU of Idaho @acluidaho.bsky.social · 05/08/2026🛎️ REMINDER: This Thursday, we are hosting an in-person information session in Boise on the HB 752 lawsuit. If you want to understand what this law and the preliminary injunction mean for you or your loved ones, RSVP to this info session: secure.ngpvan.com/DII8vss1NUSz... 0117
ACLU of Idaho @acluidaho.bsky.social · 03/08/2026After casting the tie-breaking vote to eliminate Sandpoint's non-discrimination ordinance, Mayor Jeremy Grimm now admits he acted too hastily. NDOs go beyond bathrooms, providing equity safeguards in employment, housing, and public accommodations. More from @nytimes.com: buff.ly/hCx0NXO 1136
ACLU of Idaho @acluidaho.bsky.social · 30/07/2026Join us for an in-person informational session on the lawsuit challenging HB 752 (Idaho's "bathroom ban" law). We will discuss the judge's recent ruling and what it means for our communities, and answer questions from attendees. RSVP for the exact location: buff.ly/tSfDcy1 082
ACLU of Idaho @acluidaho.bsky.social · 29/07/2026Today, @ACLU announced it is involved in 54 FTCA claims for rights violations by federal agents. While Idaho is not one of the states with an active claim, two Idaho National Guard members are the basis of a claim out of DC for unprovoked violence against a purple heart veteran at her DC home. 3116
ACLU of Idaho @acluidaho.bsky.social · 27/07/2026A citizen-led movement to restore Idaho’s abortion laws to what they were for nearly 50 years will be on the ballot in November. Over 110,000 Idaho voters signed the initiative, making this the most popular qualified ballot initiative in state history.idahocapitalsun.comInitiative to end Idaho’s strict abortion ban qualifies for November’s general election ballot • Idaho Capital SunThe voter initiative seeking to end Idaho’s strict abortion ban has officially qualified to appear on ballots in the November general election. 03110
ACLU of Idaho @acluidaho.bsky.social · 24/07/2026When special interest groups choose to use lies and defamatory statements to justify their ideology, we collectively lose the ability to address real problems with legitimate solutions.buff.lyWomen who pursued Idaho abortion lawsuit accuse anti-abortion website of libelThe women, who had fatal fetal anomalies, said Live Action News accused them of “lethal injection in the name of pro‑abortion propaganda.’” 191
ACLU of Idaho @acluidaho.bsky.social · 21/07/2026"She wanted to be a teenage girl, not an activist, playing video games with her friends and exchanging silly messages about cats and music." Our hearts are with May Pollard's family after this unimaginable tragedy. ⚠️Content warning: discussion of suicide and self-harm⚠️buff.lyIdaho pushed anti-trans laws for years. Then a teen died.The life and death of May Pollard, 16, provides a window into the tragic effect that legislation and political rhetoric have had on trans people in America. 1130
ACLU of Idaho @acluidaho.bsky.social · 20/07/2026The true story of an Idahoan who was permanently separated from a loved one after a violent immigration raid in Wilder, Idaho. 0197
ACLU of Idaho @acluidaho.bsky.social · 17/07/2026The true story of a mother who was left to care for her four children alone after a violent immigration raid in Wilder, Idaho, 02621
ACLU of Idaho @acluidaho.bsky.social · 14/07/2026Our lawsuit against HB 752 argues that this law is unconstitutionally vague. The lack of clarity substantially increases the risk of discriminatory and arbitrary enforcement in violation of Idahoans' civil rights.idahocapitalsun.comIdaho’s transgender bathroom ban is now the law. How will police enforce it? That’s still unclear. • Idaho Capital SunIdaho's criminal transgender bathroom ban is now law. What methods, such as DNA testing, will law enforcement use to prove biological sex? 091
ACLU of Idaho @acluidaho.bsky.social · 04/07/2026Our country has never lived up to truly being the land of the free. We've only made progress because of courageous ordinary people bending the moral arch of the universe toward justice for 250 years. Now, more than ever, we must ensure everyone gets the freedom we all have the right to enjoy. 0154
ACLU of Idaho @acluidaho.bsky.social · 03/07/2026Under an injunction on Idaho's bathroom law, transgender Idahoans: ✅️ CAN use all single-user restrooms that match their gender identity. (1/4) 163
ACLU of Idaho @acluidaho.bsky.social · 02/07/2026HB 752 goes into effect today, but a preliminary injunction is blocking most of the law. Currently, trans folks can use any single-user restroom that aligns with their gender identity and use a multi-user restroom when a single-user restroom is unavailable. Learn more: buff.ly/utearRV 162
Reposted by ACLU of IdahoACLU @aclu.org · 30/06/2026Importantly, the court did not grant politicians what we know they wanted from the start: a broad precedent restricting the freedom of all transgender people in our schools, workplaces, and communities. We will never stop defending trans people's equality and freedom. 537851
ACLU of Idaho @acluidaho.bsky.social · 24/06/2026Join us tonight as we discuss a recent ruling in Jackson-Edney v. Labrador, our challenge to Idaho's new "bathroom ban." Our legal team will talk about what this ruling means for Idahoans and share important 'know your rights' information. Register here: buff.ly/xS7GI9m 051
ACLU of Idaho @acluidaho.bsky.social · 23/06/2026Fill out the survey to share your interactions with police in the Treasure Valley. Click here: secure.ngpvan.com/C-yU1-qFdkG9... Complete la encuesta para compartir sus experiencias con la policía en el Valle del Tesoro. Haga clic aquí: secure.ngpvan.com/5LjjNK01t06n... 055
ACLU of Idaho @acluidaho.bsky.social · 22/06/2026Join us as our legal team discusses Jackson-Edney v. Labrador, our challenge to Idaho's new "bathroom ban," HB 752. Click here to RSVP: us02web.zoom.us/webinar/regi... 140
ACLU of Idaho @acluidaho.bsky.social · 19/06/2026Juneteenth is a holiday commemorating the day in 1865 when enslaved people in Galveston, Texas, learned they were free. It was made a federal holiday in 2021. Sometimes, equality takes a long time to reach many Americans. But the fight is always worth it. 084
ACLU of Idaho @acluidaho.bsky.social · 19/06/2026A recent court ruling means trans people in Idaho will have access to gender-aligned restrooms when out in public, even after HB 752 goes into effect on July 1. While we celebrate this legal victory, the work continues. Learn more in our HB 752 resource hub: www.acluidaho.org/idaho-bathro... 0154
ACLU of Idaho @acluidaho.bsky.social · 17/06/2026A new court ruling means that Idaho's new restroom law, HB 752, cannot force a transgender person in Idaho to use a restroom that is inconsistent with their gender identity. Visit our HB 752 resource hub for more information: www.acluidaho.org/idaho-bathro... 1123
ACLU of Idaho @acluidaho.bsky.social · 16/06/2026BREAKING: A federal judge blocked enforcement of Idaho's criminal restroom law. This is a huge victory for the transgender community and Idahoans' constitutional rights. 1201
ACLU of Idaho @acluidaho.bsky.social · 12/06/2026HB 752 takes effect on July 1, unless a court order stops it. Regardless, Idahoans still have certain constitutional rights, including the right to: ➡️ Be free from unreasonable searches & seizures ➡️ An attorney ➡️ Remain silent ➡️ Be free from harassment & violence ➡️ Express your gender identity 041
ACLU of Idaho @acluidaho.bsky.social · 11/06/2026Idaho's new overnight protest ban requires that all symbolic tents and enclosed structures be removed between 9 p.m. and 6 a.m. on any state-owned property. Learn more about HB 603: bit.ly/4olwqVy 100
ACLU of Idaho @acluidaho.bsky.social · 09/06/2026As a plaintiff in our lawsuit challenging HB 752, Diego is fighting for an Idaho where all people can live as their true selves without government interference. 0162
ACLU of Idaho @acluidaho.bsky.social · 08/06/2026HB 752 is unconstitutionally vague and violates Idahoans' rights to due process, equal protection, and privacy.idahocapitalsun.comFederal judge presses attorneys on how Idaho’s transgender bathroom ban will work • Idaho Capital SunA federal judge is considering whether to temporarily block Idaho’s new transgender bathroom ban law that will apply to private businesses. 074
ACLU of Idaho @acluidaho.bsky.social · 05/06/2026We were in court today challenging Idaho's unconstitutional restroom law. We are all harmed by laws like HB 752 that police how we exist in public. 0239
ACLU of Idaho @acluidaho.bsky.social · 04/06/2026Tomorrow, the District Court of Idaho will hear oral arguments before ruling on the requested preliminary injunction and class-action status for our lawsuit challenging Idaho's restroom law. Click the link on our bio to learn more:https://www.acluidaho.org/idaho-bathroom-law-resource-hub/ 2145
ACLU of Idaho @acluidaho.bsky.social · 03/06/2026Flock cameras turn entire communities into searchable databases of people's movements, allowing widespread surveillance with limited accountability. This system can be misused for immigration enforcement, anti-abortion investigations, and other intrusive purposes beyond local crime prevention.idahostatesman.comFlock cameras, AI and drones. Technology transforming police work in IdahoDrones and AI are changing how police do their jobs, and that includes Idaho. 084