Coalition

Coalition Fights Back: Diverse Groups Challenge Trump’s Orders to Dismantle DEI Initiatives in U.S. Institutions

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WASHINGTON, D.C. — In a recent move that has sparked significant controversy, a collection of civil rights organizations and diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) advocates have initiated legal action against a series of executive orders issued by President Donald Trump, which they argue threaten to dismantle critical DEI programs across various American institutions. These legal challenges aim to halt what the plaintiffs describe as the administration’s attempt to suppress foundational principles of equality and inclusivity in the governance and workplace. The legal battle intensified as two lawsuits were filed in quick succession this month. One … Read more

Massachusetts AG Leads Coalition in Major Lawsuit to Challenge Federal Funding Freeze

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Boston, MA — Massachusetts Attorney General Andrea J. Campbell announced on Tuesday that her office is spearheading a multi-state lawsuit aimed at challenging a recent decision by the federal government to halt particular funding streams. According to Campbell, this legal action is a direct response to what has been perceived as an abrupt and potentially detrimental freeze on federal funds, which could impact numerous programs crucial to public welfare and state operations. The lawsuit emerges amid escalating tensions between state governments and federal agencies over resource allocation and administrative directives that critics argue may impair … Read more

Coalition of 22 States Launches Legal Battle Against Presidential Order on Birthright Citizenship

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A coalition of twenty-two states has filed a lawsuit challenging the order issued by the Trump administration that seeks to end birthright citizenship. This policy change would dramatically alter the application of the 14th Amendment, which grants citizenship to all persons born on U.S. soil. The lawsuit, led by California, argues that the executive order violates the U.S. Constitution and sets a dangerous precedent for undermining civil rights. The states involved include a mix of both traditionally Democratic and Republican-leaning areas, illustrating the widespread opposition to the proposed change. Attorneys for the states assert that … Read more

Progressive Coalition Rallies to Counter Trump’s Project 2025, Pledges Strong Legal Defense Against Far-Right Policies

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As the U.S. braces for the return of Donald Trump to the presidency, progressive organizations are gearing up for a formidable opposition. At the forefront is the Heritage Foundation’s controversial “Project 2025,” an extensive far-right policy agenda that promises sweeping changes to government protocol. Spearheading the resistance is Skye Perryman, CEO of Democracy Forward, who is launching a new coalition named “Democracy 2025” to challenge these initiatives through legal and advocacy channels. “Democracy 2025,” founded in response to the perceived threats posed by the previous administration under Trump, aims to combat these and new potential … Read more