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Authorization of Missouri National Guard comes as Trump administration escalates use of military in cities nationwide

In addition to ignoring the consensus of established medical associations and evidence-based findings, this law strips parents and families from making private decisions with their doctors and gives the government the final say in who will receive care and what type of treatments.

Lawsuit Argues that Attempt to Redraw Congressional District Lines Violates the Missouri Constitution

Unelected Attorney General Catherine Hanaway Continues Predecessor’s Effort to Overturn the Will of the People and Deny Missourians Access to Their Fundamental Right to Reproductive Freedom

Anti-abortion politicians know they are out of touch with voters, which is why they don’t say that Amendment 3 eliminates the fundamental right to reproductive freedom; abolishes explicit constitutional protections for abortion access, prenatal care, childbirth, postpartum care, and birth control.

Children born to parents who are undocumented or have temporary status will retain their right to birthright citizenship. The ACLU explains how the legal fight unfolded.

As the Voting Rights Act turns 60, its legacy is under siege—from courts, lawmakers, and a government retreating from enforcement. The battle to preserve it is now a fight for the future of democracy itself.

The court's rulings—and its shifting procedures—signal lasting threats to civil liberties.

After a harrowing ICE detention, she’s urging others to protect immigrant rights.