Constitution

Newark’s Mayor Defends Sanctuary Policies Amid DOJ Lawsuit: ‘We’re Upholding the Constitution, Not Compromising Safety’

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Newark, New Jersey – Mayor Ras J. Baraka has responded vigorously to a lawsuit filed by the Department of Justice concerning the city’s sanctuary policies, labeling it as unfounded and misleading. In his statement, Baraka emphasized that Newark is committed to upholding constitutional rights and adhering to state laws while maintaining public safety. The mayor argued that the city’s policies do not hinder law enforcement efforts. Instead, he asserted that Newark refuses to assist in federal immigration enforcement actions, a role that he claims is outside the city’s jurisdiction according to court rulings. Baraka expressed … Read more

Wisconsin Moves to Cement Voter ID Laws in State Constitution Amid Heated Debates

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MADISON, Wis. — Wisconsin’s Republican-led Legislature is moving forward with a proposal to amend the state constitution to incorporate stringent voter ID requirements. This legislative push follows Governor Tony Evers’ suggestion to empower voters to initiate and repeal state laws independently, a day earlier. Republicans, who wield significant control in Wisconsin, have recently escalated efforts to fortify laws by embedding them within the state constitution, which effectively sidelines the governor’s veto. This technique has been utilized notably in the Midwest, with Wisconsin initiating more constitutional amendments over the last two years than any other state … Read more

Constitution vs. Coercion: The Urgent Need for a Federal Shield Law to Protect Journalists and Their Sources

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Washington, D.C. – As freedom of the press continues to be a cornerstone of American democracy, enshrined in the First Amendment, debates intensify over the necessity of federal legislation to protect journalists. Despite the constitutional safeguard that prohibits Congress from abridging press freedom, there currently exists no federal law that extends similar protections to reporters on a national level, which many argue leaves a significant vulnerability in the journalistic profession. The absence of a federal shield law means that reporters’ ability to protect their sources is not uniformly protected across the country. While 49 states … Read more

Iowa Amends Constitution to Exclude Non-Citizens from Voting, Sparking Legal Battles and Civic Concerns

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Iowa voters have decisively passed a constitutional amendment ensuring that only U.S. citizens can participate in the state’s elections. This legislative action underscores a growing debate about voter eligibility amidst a heightened national discourse on immigration. This change follows a revelation by Iowa’s Secretary of State, Paul Pate, who reported identifying over 2,000 potential non-citizens in the voter registry just ahead of the elections. In late October, Pate disclosed findings from an audit conducted on state voter databases, targeting individuals who had registered with the Iowa Department of Transportation as non-citizens at any point over … Read more