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Institute for Justice @ij.org · 23/09/2026

Federal Judge Orders ICE to Follow Constitution

Institute for Justice @ij.org · 21/09/2026

BREAKING NEWS: Federal judge in Alabama orders ICE and CBP to stop warrantless raids of construction sites, to stop detaining people without individualized suspicion, and to stop detaining people who present valid ID.

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Institute for Justice @ij.org · 03/09/2026

For 35 years, IJ has fought for everyday Americans, standing up for their rights—and we won't stop now!

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Institute for Justice @ij.org · 27/08/2026

Victory for California homeowners! After years of crushing fines and delayed hearings, Humboldt County’s unconstitutional code-enforcement system is being dismantled. This settlement gives IJ’s clients their lives back and sends a clear message: government can’t fine first and ask questions later.

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Institute for Justice @ij.org · 20/08/2026

Ken Jouppi has spent more than a decade fighting Alaska's attempt to permanently take his $95,000 bush plane over a passenger's 6-pack of beer. This term, the #SupremeCourt will have the opportunity to make clear that the #ExcessiveFines Clause is a meaningful check on government overreach.

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Institute for Justice @ij.org · 10/08/2026

She Fought Federal Surveillance—and Won

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Institute for Justice @ij.org · 27/07/2026

🧮 We did the math: 7 mistakes for every 100 scans adds up fast when license plate readers scan 20 BILLION plates a month. View IJ's List of Known Incidents here: ij.org/dozens-of-innocent-motorists…

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Institute for Justice @ij.org · 23/07/2026

City Threatens Church for Sheltering the Homeless

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Institute for Justice @ij.org · 10/07/2026

$500/Day Fines for Yard Skeletons Defeated!

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Institute for Justice @ij.org · 08/07/2026

In 2022, a federal court in Nashville imposed a gag order that prohibited civil-rights attorney Daniel Horwitz from discussing his cases against Tennessee’s privately run prisons. 🧵 @jaredmcclain.bsky.social

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Institute for Justice @ij.org · 16/06/2026

“What happened to me shouldn’t happen to anyone,” said James. “When the government violates someone’s rights, there should always be a path to accountability.”

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Institute for Justice @ij.org · 02/06/2026

Anti-Weaponization Slush Fund Misses the Point #AntiWeaponizationFund

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Institute for Justice @ij.org · 08/05/2026

IJ staff break down key findings from IJ’s newest report, Policing for Profit 4, and tackle some of the most common questions about civil forfeiture laws in the country.

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Institute for Justice @ij.org · 05/05/2026

This city built a 500-camera AI tracking network. Now IJ is fighting back. Learn more about our federal lawsuit: ij.org/case/san-jose-license-plate-… #ALPR

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Institute for Justice @ij.org · 30/04/2026

Eminent Domain for a PRIVATE Rail Line? Learn more about IJ's fight against eminent domain abuse in Sparta, Georgia: ij.org/case/sparta-georgia-eminent-… @kinger-dc.bsky.social

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Institute for Justice @ij.org · 29/04/2026

NJ Family Farm Ordered to Pay $500K+ This year the #SupremeCourt will hear a family farm’s challenge to an agency court that acts as prosecutor, judge and jury. Learn more about this case here: ij.org/case/sun-valley-administrati…

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Institute for Justice @ij.org · 16/04/2026

A Lie Led to a Warrant—Then a Felony Arrest Learn more about IJ's new #SupremeCourt petition here: ij.org/press-release/denver-man-ask…

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Institute for Justice @ij.org · 16/04/2026

A Lie Led to a Warrant—Then a Felony Arrest Learn more here: ij.org/press-release/denver-man-ask…

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Institute for Justice @ij.org · 12/04/2026

It’s Not a Speed Camera. It’s AI Surveillance. Learn more at plateprivacy.com!

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Institute for Justice @ij.org · 06/04/2026

Carlos Pena spent 30 years building his business. It took minutes for an L.A. SWAT team to destroy it. Now they refuse to pay damages estimated at tens of thousands of dollars. With IJ's help, Carlos is asking the #SupremeCourt to hear his case.

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Institute for Justice @ij.org · 27/03/2026

In December 2021, Pulliam was filming deputies at a welfare check. Lieutenant Taylor Rollins arrived and immediately told Pulliam to leave. Even though there were other civilians present who were not leaving, Rollins arrested Pulliam as he was walking away. Yesterday afternoon, Justin won!

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Institute for Justice @ij.org · 24/03/2026

City that Used “Blight” Labels to Steal Property DEFEATED Learn more here: ij.org/press-release/victory-court-…

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Institute for Justice @ij.org · 02/03/2026

Hamdi Mohamud was a teenager when false claims by a task-force officer put her in federal jail for nearly 2 years. Today, the #SupremeCourt declined to hear her case, ending Hamdi's yearslong fight to hold a cross-deputized task-force officer accountable.

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Institute for Justice @ij.org · 12/02/2026

Share the love this February by doubling your impact! ❤️ Many employers match donations—find out if yours does here: ij.org/support/employer-match

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Institute for Justice @ij.org · 01/02/2026

$200 Cash Rule Forces Business to Take Customers' Private Info

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Institute for Justice @ij.org · 24/01/2026

Landmark Court Battle: Family Beats $1M Forfeiture Attempt On January 24, 2013, IJ won a major federal court victory against civil forfeiture. This decision set an early, important precedent reining in federal forfeiture power.

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Institute for Justice @ij.org · 23/01/2026

Rights don’t protect anyone if they can’t be enforced. IJ is working to dismantle the legal barriers that shield federal agents from accountability. Learn more about our Project on Immunity and Accountability here: ij.org/issues/project-on-immunity-a…

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Institute for Justice @ij.org · 22/01/2026

Eric Andre’s Warrantless Search Was No Joke

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Institute for Justice @ij.org · 18/01/2026

Historic Renters Privacy' Court Ruling While this is a monumental win for renter privacy, it still allows for unconstitutional searches without individualized probable cause. IJ plans to press forward with an appeal to end the practice once and for all.

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Institute for Justice @ij.org · 12/01/2026

Leo is a U.S. citizen. They tackled him. They handcuffed him. They ignored his REAL ID. Weeks later, he was detained again. Now, represented by IJ, Leo is fighting back, because if Americans must follow the law, the government must follow the Constitution. More here: ij.org/case/alabama...

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Institute for Justice @ij.org · 12/01/2026

TWICE in 3 Weeks: ICE Detained the Same U.S. Citizen Now, represented by IJ, Leo Garcia Venegas has filed a lawsuit against DHS in U.S. District Court. Learn more about Leo's case here: ij.org/case/alabama-construction-si…

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Institute for Justice @ij.org · 08/01/2026

Inmates Forced to Pay for Sheriff's Slush Fund A class-action lawsuit alleges that an Iowa sheriff created a devious scheme to take money from people accused of crimes & keep it for his department. IJ is challenging a similar scheme in Brookside, AL: ij.org/case/brookside-alabama-fines

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Institute for Justice @ij.org · 08/01/2026

✨ 2025 was a winning year for IJ and we’re already working to make 2026 even better! Thank you for standing with us.

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Institute for Justice @ij.org · 02/01/2026

The Institute for Justice is growing and looking for mission-driven people to join our team. We’re hiring for roles in litigation, activism, communications, development, administration, and student fellowships. Learn more at IJ.org/Careers

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Institute for Justice @ij.org · 30/12/2025

The FBI raided the wrong home — and left an innocent family traumatized. They fought back. All the way to the Supreme Court. And they won.

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Institute for Justice @ij.org · 26/12/2025

Miami’s Building Permit Shakedown This is theft by extortion. It’s time to end this unconstitutional process. Learn more here: ij.org/case/miami-permit-takings

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Institute for Justice @ij.org · 24/12/2025

If you’re wondering whether your gift matters—it does. This year, IJ launched dozens of new cases and secured 71 litigation and legislative victories. 🤎 Donate today and help us continue this work. ij.org/support/give-now/?utm_medium…

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Institute for Justice @ij.org · 22/12/2025

#LawStudents: Are you looking for a paid clerkship opportunity? ⚖️ Apply for IJ’s Dave Kennedy Fellowship (Summer 2026) and gain hands-on experience in cutting-edge civil rights litigation. Applications are now open and reviewed on a rolling basis—apply today! www.IJ.org/students

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Institute for Justice @ij.org · 19/12/2025

During this most joyful time of the year, IJ celebrates the Martin family's hard-fought and impactful Supreme Court victory. It is a reminder of why we fight and why your support matters. 🎄 Wishing you a joyful holiday from everyone at the Institute for Justice!

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Institute for Justice @ij.org · 05/12/2025

When Chad applied to build a small addition on his property so his in-laws could help with childcare, the city told him he’d have to hand over *half* of his front yard first. If this sounds like a shakedown, that's because it was.

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Institute for Justice @ij.org · 03/12/2025

License Plate Camera → WRONG Person Accused of Crime Thousands of cities now use #ALPRs—resulting in enormous databases that track the real-time and historic movements of innocent people, with little oversight, transparency, or accountability. Is your city? Find out at www.PlatePrivacy.com.

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Institute for Justice @ij.org · 02/12/2025

Constitutional rights shouldn’t depend on a person's ability to pay. That's why, at IJ, we never charge our clients a dime. ❤️ Join our fight for freedom and justice today: ij.org/monthly

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Institute for Justice @ij.org · 27/11/2025

Today we are grateful for IJ's courageous clients who stand up for the rights of all Americans, our dedicated staff who defend liberty in the courts and beyond, and our generous supporters who make this work possible. From your friends at IJ, we wish you a joyful and restful Thanksgiving! 🦃💛

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Institute for Justice @ij.org · 24/11/2025

Cities are using high-speed cameras to track where millions of drivers go—often with no warrant and no limits. But what does this mean for your rights? RSVP now: ij.org/event/the-open-road-and-the-…

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Institute for Justice @ij.org · 05/11/2025

Backyard Swim Lessons Now Illegal in This City Read more here: ij.org/case/columbia-south-carolina…

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Institute for Justice @ij.org · 27/10/2025

Victory! Court Blocks Land Grab In Historically Black Community More here: ij.org/press-release/victory-court-…

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Institute for Justice @ij.org · 25/10/2025

George Retes on His 3 Day ICE Detention

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Institute for Justice @ij.org · 07/10/2025

Immunity for Arresting the Wrong Woman? Court Says NO! Learn more about this case here: ij.org/case/florida-mistaken-identi…

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Institute for Justice @ij.org · 30/09/2025

🚨 New Case Alert 🚨 Leo Garcia Venegas is an American citizen and construction worker in south Alabama. Even though he has done nothing suspicious and is working on private property, Leo has been repeatedly detained (once violently) by federal officers enforcing immigration laws. 🧵

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