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Democracy Forward @democracyforward.org · 05/06/2026

BREAKING: A federal judge finds U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services has neither “followed the law” nor “done things the right way.” This win in our case provides critical relief for millions of immigrants whose applications have been frozen due to the Trump admin’s anti-immigration agenda.

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Democracy Forward @democracyforward.org · 04/06/2026

UPDATE: In a win against government censorship, our coalition just defeated the Trump-Vance admin’s attempt to dismiss this case. We will keep fighting to protect science and history for all who visit our national parks. #OurParksOurHistory

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Democracy Forward @democracyforward.org · 04/06/2026

NEWS: In an 8-1 decision, SCOTUS rejects attempts by major corporations to evade accountability for failing to protect consumers' rights. This decision allows the FCC, and all government agencies, to do their job.

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Democracy Forward @democracyforward.org · 03/06/2026

We built the largest, most successful legal resistance against an administration’s authoritarian actions in modern U.S. history. Rachel, Director of Democracy 2025, breaks it down.

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Skye Perryman @skyeperryman.bsky.social · 02/06/2026

If you can say it on TV, you should say it in court.

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Democracy Forward @democracyforward.org · 31/05/2026

Your rights aren’t optional. We’re fighting to protect them.

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Democracy Forward @democracyforward.org · 29/05/2026

Trump's slush fund is straight-up corruption. Today, we won a court order that prevents the administration from transferring money or distributing any payments.

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Democracy Forward @democracyforward.org · 29/05/2026

We just secured a first-of-its-kind court order pausing the Trump-Vance administration from processing claims, transferring money, or distributing payments from the president’s “Anti-Weaponization Fund.” This is a win for transparency, the rule of law, and the American people.

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Skye Perryman @skyeperryman.bsky.social · 29/05/2026

Big win from @democracyforward.org today — the first-of-its-kind order! Court blocks the Trump admin from distributing slush funds. This is what we do on Fridays.

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Democracy Forward @democracyforward.org · 28/05/2026

BREAKING: We’re seeking an emergency court order to stop payouts from President Trump’s billion-dollar slush fund. Million-dollar claims are already being submitted, and the danger is no longer hypothetical. We're taking action to block this unlawful scheme before irreversible damage is done.

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Democracy Forward @democracyforward.org · 23/05/2026

The president’s power comes from the people – and he should answer to them, too. We will keep fighting every day to ensure the Trump-Vance administration is always held accountable.

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Democracy Forward @democracyforward.org · 22/05/2026

President Trump’s so-called “Anti-Weaponization Fund” is a corrupt scheme to enrich his allies while politically discriminating against people, like our plaintiffs, who have been harmed by Republican administrations. It's unconstitutional – we will prove it in court.

BREAKING: We're suing to block Trump's $1.776 billion slush fund.

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Democracy Forward @democracyforward.org · 18/05/2026

This case was never anything more than President Trump's sham attempt to line his pockets with taxpayer funds. The Justice Department must explain its settlement agreement with the president to the American people.

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Trump drops $10B lawsuit against IRS over leaked tax returns

The move comes after Trump, his sons and family business sued the IRS for $10 billion for failing to properly oversee a contractor who leaked the tax returns of the president.

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Democracy Forward @democracyforward.org · 16/05/2026

We’re joining the All Roads Lead to the South coalition in Alabama today to show that We the People will not allow a Jim Crow 2.0. Today’s march is a powerful reminder: courage and community are how we will get through this. WATCH: www.youtube.com/watch?v=tkAh...

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All Roads Lead To the South: Nat’l Day Of Action For Voting Rights | Selma AL

YouTube video by Roland S. Martin

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Skye Perryman @skyeperryman.bsky.social · 14/05/2026

SCOTUS did the right thing today in protecting access to safe medication abortion by mail and in pharmacies for millions of people. We at @democracyforward.org will continue to work with our partners to ensure scientific gains in reproductive health are not threatened by brash political agendas.

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Democracy Forward @democracyforward.org · 14/05/2026

Americans need a government that is more dedicated to keeping our food and well-being safe than it is to spouting Christian Nationalist views. We will see you in court.

“While we do not comment on pending litigation, we will keep the plaintiffs in our prayers during this process,” USDA spokesperson Michael Abboud said in a statement.

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Democracy Forward @democracyforward.org · 10/05/2026

Censoring science and history at our national parks doesn’t stop the truth from existing. That’s why we’re fighting in court to make sure the powerful stories of Tribes, enslaved people, and so many more can continue to be told in America's largest classroom. #OurParksOurHistory

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‘We are killing them all over again’: Critics say history is being erased as Trump reshapes narratives at national parks | CNN Politics

At national parks, visitors will be confronted with changes enacted after Trump’s order to remove or replace narratives that “disparage” Americans.

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Democracy Forward @democracyforward.org · 09/05/2026

Politicians undermining the will of the voters makes one thing abundantly clear: they are terrified of our power. CEO @skyeperryman.bsky.social joins Alex Witt Reports to discuss this generational fight for voting rights and democracy.

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Skye Perryman @skyeperryman.bsky.social · 08/05/2026

While that is a nice sentiment to write from the comfort of the White House, the realities for mothers in the U.S. prove the admin's priorities do not lie with American families. The first Mother's Day was a protest movement, and we must continue that fight. More in my op-ed w/ @msmagazine.com:

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The First Mother's Day Was a Protest

Far from mimosa brunches and hallmark greetings, the first Mother’s Day in the United States occurred against the scourge of war. In 1870, abolitionist and suffragist Julie Ward Howe who still had the...

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Democracy Forward @democracyforward.org · 08/05/2026

Whose story gets to be told at national parks – and who decides? #OurParksOurHistory

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Democracy Forward @democracyforward.org · 07/05/2026

We’re asking the court to see the Trump-Vance admin’s policy for what it is: a trap designed to justify deporting people who would otherwise be eligible for protections under the law. That’s not immigration policy – it’s cruelty.

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Immigrants sue over Trump administration biometric data policy

A group of six immigrants in U.S. detention on Thursday sued the Trump administration over its policy barring detained migrants from completing biometric data processes that cause their immigration…

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Democracy Forward @democracyforward.org · 05/05/2026

Mifepristone saves lives. CEO @skyeperryman.bsky.social joined @ms.now's The Weeknight to discuss the latest developments in Louisiana v. FDA.

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Skye Perryman @skyeperryman.bsky.social · 02/05/2026

This is the extremists’ playbook in action: weaponize courts, ignore science, put women directly in harm’s way. SCOTUS’s emergency docket, increasingly misused to roll back rights in non-emergencies, may now be a last hope for women to make their own decisions about medical treatment.

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Democracy Forward Issues Statement on Urgent Supreme Court Applications to Protect Access to Mifepristone in the United States

Washington D.C. – Following last night's decision by the United States Court of Appeals for the Fifth Circuit to block patients' access nationwide to mifepristone via mail or pharmacies in Louisiana...

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Democracy Forward @democracyforward.org · 02/05/2026

CEO @skyeperryman.bsky.social on @theweekendmsnow.bsky.social: This week's SCOTUS decision was an undeniable blow to voting rights in America. But the people still have the power to keep fighting for progress.

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Democracy Forward @democracyforward.org · 01/05/2026

A Trump-Vance policy blocks detained noncitizens from completing biometrics processes, like fingerprints and photos, required for immigration applications. This forces automatic denials of pending applications for survivors of human trafficking & abused children. We'll fight this unlawful catch-22.

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Democracy Forward @democracyforward.org · 30/04/2026

Children deserve safety, not separation. We remain committed to defending the rights of unaccompanied immigrant children in court - because no child should have to navigate the legal system alone. Learn more about how we can keep kids safe in our immigration system. #SafetyNotSeparation

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Treat Kids Like Kids

No child should face court alone

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Skye Perryman @skyeperryman.bsky.social · 28/04/2026

They said the quiet part out loud. Holding Trump accountable is up to us — and that's why we're fighting in court every day.

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Democracy Forward @democracyforward.org · 28/04/2026

"This is an administration that doesn't fight that hard. And we see that in court every single day." @skyeperryman.bsky.social joins @weeknightmsnow.bsky.social to talk about the GOP underestimating the American people.

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Democracy Forward @democracyforward.org · 24/04/2026

It's almost as if pay-to-play visas were always a bad idea. This failed attempt to sell to the highest bidder, while at the same time targeting people who followed the legal process for denaturalization, are two more reminders that President Trump continues to disrespect the rule of law.

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Democracy Forward @democracyforward.org · 22/04/2026

Environmental protection is only as strong as the laws and people defending it. This Earth Day, the risks of climate-driven harms are growing as the Trump-Vance admin guts the civil service and cuts billions in federal grants – but our commitment to rebuild is even stronger. Read more:

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Earth Day Reckoning: More Pollution, Fewer Protections | Civil Service Strong

Civil Service Strong Fellow Viccy Salazar details post-2025 rollbacks, mass staffing cuts, and deregulation that are weakening environmental protections and leading to more pollution and rising climat...

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Skye Perryman @skyeperryman.bsky.social · 22/04/2026

This follows an age-old playbook of trying to silence those fighting for justice. But we won’t be intimidated. We are in solidarity with @splcenter.org and will continue our work in support of all who fight against hate and discrimination.

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A Beacon of Hope in the Fight Against Hate and Extremism

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Democracy Forward @democracyforward.org · 21/04/2026

If the Director of the FBI’s actions make him a liability, the American people must know.

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Democracy Forward @democracyforward.org · 20/04/2026

Libraries are a cornerstone of American democracy. Yet President Trump and his extremist allies want to defund our libraries, ban books, and jail librarians. Here’s how we’re fighting back. #NationalLibraryWeek

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Democracy Forward @democracyforward.org · 14/04/2026

The Trump-Vance admin is more focused on playing political games than making life better for the American people. DOJ's sensationalized report is an attempt to target prosecutors who,for decades, protected access to reproductive care by safeguarding patients, providers, and facilities from violence.

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Justice Department releases report accusing Biden-era DOJ of uneven enforcement of FACE Act law

The report claims the Justice Department under Merrick Garland "violated the rights of Americans" by only applying the law to support those in support of abortion rights, not those who worked at anti-...

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Democracy Forward @democracyforward.org · 14/04/2026

The truth is under attack at our national parks. We need your help to protect it. #OurParksOurHistory Learn more and take action: democracyforward.org/act/our-parks-…

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Skye Perryman @skyeperryman.bsky.social · 14/04/2026

This ruling proves that litigation is working. Proud of our team at @democracyforward.org for their continued work to shed light on DOGE's misuse of data in court. The public deserves answers, and we will keep fighting until we get them.

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Democracy Forward @democracyforward.org · 13/04/2026

Access to child care should never be political. We know it, and the courts do, too. Protecting this vital funding ensures children can continue to be cared for, providers stay in business, and working families are supported while our case continues.

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CA child-care workers praise injunction to keep federal funds flowing

Child-care workers in the Golden State and the families who depend on them are breathing a sigh of relief after a federal judge temporarily blocked the Trump administration’s attempt to

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Democracy Forward @democracyforward.org · 10/04/2026

The DOJ’s Civil Rights Division is entrusted with enforcing federal voting laws. But under President Trump, it's made an unprecedented effort to access and share state voter data with DHS and reportedly coordinated with election deniers. We’re suing to expose the truth ahead of the 2026 elections.

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Skye Perryman @skyeperryman.bsky.social · 10/04/2026

Happy 96th birthday, Dolores Huerta! I am forever in awe of your strength, courage and dedication to the fight for justice for all people and communities.

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Democracy Forward @democracyforward.org · 09/04/2026

We sued to protect funding and access to our nation’s libraries and museums, and WON. This settlement puts an end to the Trump-Vance admin’s attempt to dismantle the Institute of Museum and Library Services while ensuring that libraries and museums can continue serving millions without disruption.

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Skye Perryman @skyeperryman.bsky.social · 07/04/2026

Although this case should not have been allowed to proceed in the first place, @democracyforward.org will continue the fight to hold the FDA accountable and to ensure its review of abortion medication is grounded in scientific evidence – not alt-right ideology.

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Democracy Forward @democracyforward.org · 07/04/2026

The courts are clear: President Trump is not above the law or our Constitution. We'll continue using every legal tool available to protect people and communities against the harms inflicted by the Trump-Vance admin's destructive agenda. www.latimes.com/politics/sto...

Los Angeles Times - Trump loses across courts in bruising week of immigration and legal setbacks

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Democracy Forward @democracyforward.org · 03/04/2026

Racking up wins this week

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Democracy Forward @democracyforward.org · 03/04/2026

President Trump’s so-called "Religious Liberty Commission" is not about religious liberty - it's about promoting Christian Nationalism. Separation of church and state is under accelerated attack. We’re suing on behalf of a diverse faith coalition to fight back.

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Diverse Faith Leaders, Groups File Motion to Block Administration’s So-Called “Religious Liberty Commission”

One-Sided Commission Using Secretive Advisory Group to Promote Narrow and Exclusionary Understanding of Religious Liberty

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Democracy Forward @democracyforward.org · 03/04/2026

We aren’t shedding a tear over Pam Bondi’s removal as U.S. Attorney General. But it won’t change our day (or night) job. We will keep fighting in court to protect the American people.

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