Reposted by @solartouche.bsky.socialACLU @aclu.org · 23hGiving through a donor-advised fund (DAF) allows you to support our work to defend voting rights, immigrants’ rights, and more. All DAF gifts made today will be matched 2X, up to $50,000, making your gift twice as powerful. Head to aclu.org/DAFday to learn more. 07218
Reposted by @solartouche.bsky.socialACLU @aclu.org · 23hIn our latest report, we identified 76 ways that the Trump administration's mass deportation agenda is making our democracy increasingly unrecognizable. We've also laid out the roadmap for the next Congress to investigate this onslaught on our civil rights and course correct.aclu.orgMass Deportations Are Breaking Our Democracy. Here’s How.ACLU breaks down key findings from our latest report on mass deportations' impact on democracy. 7318121
Reposted by @solartouche.bsky.socialMrs. Betty Bowers @mrsbettybowers.bsky.social · 22hAIDE: “Sir, who was the loser who came in last place in the race?” PETE HEGSETH: “That’s fucken CLASSIFIED, soldier!!!!” 801809377
Reposted by @solartouche.bsky.socialMrs. Betty Bowers @mrsbettybowers.bsky.social · 22hThe Romans called such efforts to distract a restless public “Bread and Circuses.” 3672006597
Reposted by @solartouche.bsky.socialMrs. Betty Bowers @mrsbettybowers.bsky.social · 21hCassidy Hutchinson’s crime was providing honest testimony about what an unhinged lunatic Donald Trump is. This made the thin-skinned twit angry. 1362486810
Reposted by @solartouche.bsky.socialMrs. Betty Bowers @mrsbettybowers.bsky.social · 21hDonald Trump has done & said so many appalling things, but siccing his racist fans on innocent Somali residents is disgustingly dangerous. 783461751
Reposted by @solartouche.bsky.socialMrs. Betty Bowers @mrsbettybowers.bsky.social · 20hI note how Christian Nationalists, who think the public execution of Jesus was the most horrific thing humans ever did, are giddy at the prospect of getting to watch a public execution on live streaming—being so “pro-life” and all . . . 56191542565
Reposted by @solartouche.bsky.socialKatie Phang @katiephang.bsky.social · 19hThere are 4 official FBI interview reports, but only 3 unredacted handwritten notes of the alleged 13-year old victim of Epstein & Trump were submitted to the judge in my case. The missing note’s link to South Carolina & how Todd Blanche has yet to explain where it is: youtu.be/5TEPxgVe18E?...youtu.beNew BOMBSHELL Reporting Reveals MISSING FBI NOTES In MY Epstein Lawsuit!?!YouTube video by Katie Phang 8826441107
Reposted by @solartouche.bsky.socialACLU @aclu.org · 6hA new Supreme Court term began this week, and it's shaping up to be another busy one for the ACLU. The court has already taken up our challenge to the Trump administration's unlawful mandatory detention of immigrants, and they may hear our defenses of religious freedom, free speech, and more.aclu.orgWhat To Expect This Supreme Court TermThe ACLU is expecting the Supreme Court to hear crucial cases on immigration, voting rights, and more. 317555
Reposted by @solartouche.bsky.socialACLU @aclu.org · 5hThe Trump administration has removed crucial reporting requirements, making it easier for ICE to try to escape accountability when people die shortly after being released from their custody. No one should die because of ICE's dangerous detention conditions.aclu.orgDeaths in ICE Detention More Than Doubles Under TrumpDeath rate could be higher if it includes hidden deaths of people released from detention that ICE is reporting under Trump administration. 7318149
Reposted by @solartouche.bsky.socialMark Hamill @markhamillofficial.bsky.social · 9hAll these years later.... I'm STILL a member of The Resistance. 491188683911
Reposted by @solartouche.bsky.socialACLU @aclu.org · 08/10/2026Happy DAF Day! All gifts made to the ACLU Foundation today through donor-advised funds will be matched 2X, up to $50,000, fueling the fight for voting rights, immigrants’ rights, and more. Join us at aclu.org/DAFday to learn more.aclu.orgSupport the ACLU Foundation Through Your Donor Advised Fund | American Civil Liberties Union 09329
Reposted by @solartouche.bsky.socialKatie Phang @katiephang.bsky.social · 08/10/2026Soulless ghoul, Stephen Miller, has ordered DHS officials to have “inhumane” & "cruel" detention facilities. ICE is still on our streets terrorizing men, women, & children. I share one of the latest horrors in NJ & explain how ICE may be violating yet another court order: youtu.be/aA8UE8DDmPw?...youtu.beTrump’s ICE SPIRALS After COURT ORDER VIOLATION EXPOSED!?!YouTube video by Katie Phang 1131899892
Reposted by @solartouche.bsky.socialACLU @aclu.org · 08/10/2026Christa Pike and Tony Carruthers' torturous execution attempts aren't exceptions, but a predictable result of the death penalty's brutality. We must end the death penalty once and for all.propublica.orgWhy Tennessee’s Botched Death Row Execution Could Happen AnywhereThe complications behind Tennessee’s failed execution of Christa Pike aren’t uncommon — and show how easily another botched execution could occur, even as others are planned soon in Texas and Florida. 730272
Reposted by @solartouche.bsky.socialACLU @aclu.org · 08/10/2026We’re challenging President Trump’s unlawful use of the Alien Enemies Act to deport more than 100 Venezuelan men to a prison notorious for torture in El Salvador — and fighting to hold administration officials accountable for violating a court order. The Trump administration isn't above the law.aclu.orgTrump Administration Officials Face Possible Criminal Contempt ChargesACLU argued today that the Trump administration must be held accountable for defying a judge’s orders not to send 100 Venezuelan men to CECOT. 9602200
Reposted by @solartouche.bsky.socialMrs. Betty Bowers @mrsbettybowers.bsky.social · 08/10/2026People in the Trump orbit are so tacky and gross. 1041322312
Reposted by @solartouche.bsky.socialMrs. Betty Bowers @mrsbettybowers.bsky.social · 08/10/2026It should come as no surprise that a mean, angry man married to an unpleasant kook is not in favor of allowing other people to be in happy marriages. But Christian Nationalists are notorious busybodies. 4112547729
Reposted by @solartouche.bsky.socialACLU @aclu.org · 08/10/2026In honor of the late activist, brilliant legal mind, and ACLU board member, our Pauli Murray fellowship is for the early career activists fighting for a better future. If that sounds like you, apply for the fellowship today.aclu.orgCareers at ACLUJoin our team! We’re looking for committed, passionate people for open roles at the ACLU. 210533
Reposted by @solartouche.bsky.socialMrs. Betty Bowers @mrsbettybowers.bsky.social · 08/10/2026I think in reality what socialism actually means in the American context is that trillionaire Elon Musk got $38 billion from the U.S. government and you got rejected trying to buy a $1 soda on SNAP benefits. 82070672389
Reposted by @solartouche.bsky.socialMrs. Betty Bowers @mrsbettybowers.bsky.social · 08/10/2026Discovering that Kimberly Guilfoyle is, indeed, absolute trash makes me glad she was with Don Jr. 1592896460
Reposted by @solartouche.bsky.socialACLU @aclu.org · 08/10/2026The ACLU and ACLU of North Carolina are launching a $3.5 million statewide campaign to educate voters on where candidates for our state supreme court and state legislature stand on civil liberties issues. 522454
Reposted by @solartouche.bsky.socialACLU @aclu.org · 08/10/2026BREAKING: We're suing the Department of Defense for withholding information about the Pentagon launching a study of the “effectiveness” of women in ground combat roles. Secretary Hegseth can't hide this from the public — we have a right to know what he plans to do with the study. 12865282
Reposted by @solartouche.bsky.socialMrs. Betty Bowers @mrsbettybowers.bsky.social · 07/10/2026"Good dick not worth it." 13868261
Reposted by @solartouche.bsky.socialACLU @aclu.org · 07/10/2026If your To Be Read list is full of banned books, we can relate. 💙 Get 30% off and a free reading light when you shop our Banned Books Collection now through Sunday, October 11 at aclu.org/bannedbook_shop 213041
Reposted by @solartouche.bsky.socialKatie Phang @katiephang.bsky.social · 07/10/2026As the Trump DOJ hemorrhages qualified lawyers, Harmeet Dhillon, the head of the “Civil Rights” division, hires partisan hacks & incompetent lawyers who have been fired, rejected, or driven out of their prior positions. Why these hires put the entire country at risk: youtu.be/8G1PVefC5do?...youtu.beTrump DOJ SCRAMBLES As LAWYERS FLEE And Department COLLAPSES!!YouTube video by Katie Phang 331282545
Reposted by @solartouche.bsky.socialMrs. Betty Bowers @mrsbettybowers.bsky.social · 07/10/2026My favorite thing about the Kimberly Guilfoyle donor texts scandal is that it has to be humiliating for her that it’s now public. And it’s got to sting to know that it must have been Eric Deters who leaked her messages instructing him to help her commit tax fraud and cover up the scheme. 16155221465
Reposted by @solartouche.bsky.socialACLU @aclu.org · 08/10/2026The National Institutes of Health is the world's largest public funder of biomedical research. Under President Trump though, it's been trying to censor scientist’ views by targeting terms in their research that the administration doesn't like. We're suing.aclu.orgNIH Is Still Censoring Crucial Public Health ResearchThe government agency is terminating crucial research to block disfavored viewpoints on diversity, gender identity, climate change, and more. 322787
Reposted by @solartouche.bsky.socialACLU @aclu.org · 08/10/2026Flock and other automatic license plate readers have no place on our streets. Join the Get The Flock Out movement at aclu.org/get-flock_out 4420117
Reposted by @solartouche.bsky.socialMrs. Betty Bowers @mrsbettybowers.bsky.social · 08/10/2026The donor Kimberly Guilfoyle begged to pay her AMEX bill asked her to get lyrics he and a guitarist had written for a song “Kentucky Outlaw” to Kid Rock. The song rhymes the words “outlaw” and “crawl.” Thank goodness Stephen Sondheim is no longer around to see that! But it'd be fine with Kid Rock... 23780164
Reposted by @solartouche.bsky.socialMrs. Betty Bowers @mrsbettybowers.bsky.social · 08/10/2026I'm sorry, but I don't take health advice from someone who has turned himself into a human Slim Jim. 1292741486
Reposted by @solartouche.bsky.socialACLU @aclu.org · 08/10/2026President Trump and Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth are hiding even the most basic facts about their ongoing boat strikes campaign. We applaud the members of Congress who are demanding answers about these illegal strikes. Transparency can't wait while more people are murdered by our government.politico.comScrutinizing Trump’s boat strikes 9474163
Reposted by @solartouche.bsky.socialMrs. Betty Bowers @mrsbettybowers.bsky.social · 08/10/2026"Road salt would have been delicious on the steaks you can no longer afford thanks to Donald Trump." —Susan Collins, Senator from Maine 1162226458
Reposted by @solartouche.bsky.socialKatie Phang @katiephang.bsky.social · 07/10/2026Alito says he’s not retiring & with major cases about abortion looming, the need to elect Democrats becomes more urgent. @reproductivefreedomforall.org's @mintimm.bsky.social joins me w/the latest, incl. a new SCOTUS case that could change all of your reproductive rights. youtu.be/dAjT-mjU_dI?...youtu.beTrump PANICS As SCOTUS Makes MASSIVE ADMISSION About His DISASTER AGENDA!!YouTube video by Katie Phang 26863340
Reposted by @solartouche.bsky.socialMrs. Betty Bowers @mrsbettybowers.bsky.social · 07/10/2026Pe[low]te Hegseth can’t keep up with women he claims aren’t strong enough to compete with men in his “warrior” military. 878102782778
Reposted by @solartouche.bsky.socialACLU @aclu.org · 07/10/2026Black communities' vulnerability to climate change is not by accident. It was built through government decisions about where to invest and which communities to protect. From Gary, IN to Flint, MI to New Orleans, LA — the story repeats itself. Climate adaptation must become a civil rights priority.thehill.comRacist policy caused climate vulnerability. Restorative policy is the remedy.Climate adaptation must become a civil rights project. 122762
Reposted by @solartouche.bsky.socialACLU @aclu.org · 07/10/2026Dreamers and people who built lives here after fleeing crises shouldn’t have to live in fear of ICE. Congress is on recess, but their duty to us continues. Tell your representatives to add the signature we need to force a vote on a bill that would provide legal protections for 4+ million people.aclu.orgPathway to Citizenship NowICE has shot and killed people in our streets. Dozens have died in ICE custody. These aren’t isolated events. We need solutions today and the Dream and Promise Act is a critical piece of that. Take action now 118658
Reposted by @solartouche.bsky.socialF A S (Frankie) Miller @reallyfasmiller.bsky.social · 07/10/2026I'm thrilled that she is ahead, but this is a little too close for my liking. Texans, please vote for a better Texas. Vote for Gina Hinojosa. 35961411649
Reposted by @solartouche.bsky.socialACLU @aclu.org · 07/10/2026We're in federal appeals court today to stop the National Endowment for the Arts from categorically disfavoring projects the government deems to be promoting so-called "gender ideology." The NEA can't penalize artists for their views. 4440120
Reposted by @solartouche.bsky.socialMrs. Betty Bowers @mrsbettybowers.bsky.social · 07/10/2026The Trump regime wants to dismantle the International Criminal Court because it plans to continue committing war crimes. The Trump regime is refusing to allow international election monitors because it plans to continue committing election fraud. They are not being subtle. 9925571165
Reposted by @solartouche.bsky.socialMrs. Betty Bowers @mrsbettybowers.bsky.social · 07/10/2026The United States Explained in Three Simple Words: "Follow the money." 12941911016
Reposted by @solartouche.bsky.socialKatie Phang @katiephang.bsky.social · 07/10/2026“We Are The Wright Brothers” is the 40th in @bradmeltzer.com’s Ordinary People Change the World book series and it continues to inspire young minds to be their very best. He joins me on how the Wright Brothers were chosen for this book & he shares spoilers on what’s next. youtu.be/7eapSJZ9OlM?...youtu.beWOW! The SECRET To Changing The WORLD REVEALED In NEW Book!!YouTube video by Katie Phang 5404127
Reposted by @solartouche.bsky.socialACLU @aclu.org · 06/10/2026Democracy isn't a spectator sport. Join the No Kings coalition on Thursday, October 8, at 8pm ET/5pm PT to learn more about how to take action to protect our elections this fall.mobilize.usNo Kings: Vote Early: Election Protection 101 · No KingsJoin the No Kings coalition for this call to learn how you can take action wherever you are to protect our elections this fall. We’ll cover how to get out the vote, the importance of voting early, pol... 5255111
Reposted by @solartouche.bsky.socialACLU @aclu.org · 06/10/2026NEW: We filed a public comment opposing a rule proposed by the Trump administration that would dismantle Head Start's promise that children receive high-quality education, qualified teachers, comprehensive support, and more no matter where they live. Head Start must be accessible to all families. 1406138
Reposted by @solartouche.bsky.socialMrs. Betty Bowers @mrsbettybowers.bsky.social · 06/10/2026You may be the hackiest reporter in a world of hacky reporters if you state a fact and then tell viewers "you can see if that's true or not." It's your *job* to know if what you just said is true or not. This is not acceptable cover for a lie. 1692384528
Reposted by @solartouche.bsky.socialACLU @aclu.org · 07/10/2026This week marks the start of a new Supreme Court term, and it could be the ACLU's busiest one yet. We anticipate fighting at the highest court in the land for immigrants' right to due process, students' right to be free from religious indoctrination, and more key rights and freedoms. We're ready.aclu.orgWhat To Expect This Supreme Court TermThe ACLU is expecting the Supreme Court to hear crucial cases on immigration, voting rights, and more. 626681
Reposted by @solartouche.bsky.socialACLU @aclu.org · 06/10/2026BREAKING: Government officials won’t prevent registrants, including our client Amanda who created @catsonacouch.bsky.social, from attending VP Vance's official, public events on the basis of their protected expression. 526551
Reposted by @solartouche.bsky.socialMrs. Betty Bowers @mrsbettybowers.bsky.social · 06/10/2026Donald Trump has always been enormously stupid, but now he's also dangerously insane. 2362654761
Reposted by @solartouche.bsky.socialMrs. Betty Bowers @mrsbettybowers.bsky.social · 06/10/2026The Hell's VIP Section is currently full. Please make other arrangements. 2343360664
Reposted by @solartouche.bsky.socialMrs. Betty Bowers @mrsbettybowers.bsky.social · 06/10/2026FUN FACT: The Bible doesn't say *anything* about abortion. Ever. Well, except for the time God provides a handy recipe for a magic potion to induce an involuntary one. Numbers 5:11-31 24972361825
Reposted by @solartouche.bsky.socialACLU @aclu.org · 06/10/2026The Trump administration’s deportation agenda is destabilizing our communities, costing taxpayers billions while working families can’t afford groceries, rent, gas, and other essentials. Our report makes the case for lawmakers to create a broader path to citizenship, stabilizing our economy.aclu.orgTrump’s Deportation Agenda Is Worsening AffordabilityA new report from the ACLU and AFL-CIO shows how mass deportations are killing jobs, raising prices, and harming businesses. 5367140
