Current Situation
Verified information about current events affecting civil liberties and democracy. We distinguish between what's confirmed, what's disputed, and what's developing.
About This Section
Staying Informed
Reliable Sources
- • Major news organizations with editorial standards
- • Court documents and official filings (PACER)
- • Government websites (.gov) for official actions
- • Academic and legal analysis from experts
- • Established civil liberties organizations
Red Flags for Misinformation
- • No named sources or citations
- • Emotional language designed to provoke outrage
- • Claims that can't be verified elsewhere
- • Screenshots without context or dates
- • "They don't want you to know this"
Key Areas
Immigration Enforcement
Policies and enforcement practices affecting immigrant communities. Your constitutional rights apply regardless of immigration status.
Know Your Rights →Voting & Elections
Changes to voting laws, election administration, and voter access across states.
Election Protection →Court Cases
Significant legal challenges affecting civil liberties, from district courts to the Supreme Court.
Legal Pathways →Press Freedom
Developments affecting journalists, access to information, and media independence.
Free Press →Fact-Checking Resources
Before sharing news, verify it with established fact-checkers:
- Snopes — Longest-running fact-checking site
- FactCheck.org — Nonpartisan, from the Annenberg Public Policy Center
- PolitiFact — Pulitzer Prize-winning fact-checking
- AP Fact Check — From the Associated Press
- Reuters Fact Check — Global fact-checking from Reuters
Responding to Current Events
Stay Calm and Informed
Anxiety and outrage can lead to poor decisions. Take time to verify information and think strategically before acting.
Know Your Rights
Constitutional protections don't disappear during crises. Understanding your rights helps you protect yourself and others.
Connect with Community
Isolated individuals are vulnerable. Build relationships with neighbors, join organizations, and create support networks.
Take Effective Action
Focus on actions that make a difference: contacting representatives, supporting affected communities, participating in elections, and sustained civic engagement.