Introducing The SLAPP Back Initiative
First Amendment Watch is building the first national database of alleged SLAPPs — strategic lawsuits against public participation — potentially meritless or malicious legal actions that can financially cripple and ultimately silence critical voices.
The BBC Seeks To Dismiss Trump’s $10B Defamation Lawsuit in a Florida Court
The claim, filed in a Florida federal court, seeks $5 billion in damages for defamation and $5 billion for unfair trade practices.
Sen. Kelly Sues the Pentagon Over Attempts To Punish Him, Declaring It Unconstitutional
Kelly asked the federal court to rule that the censure letter, the proceedings about his rank and any other punishments against him are “unlawful and unconstitutional.”
Minnesota and the Twin Cities Sue the Federal Government To Stop the Immigration Crackdown
The state, joined by Minneapolis and St. Paul, said the Department of Homeland Security is violating the First Amendment and other constitutional protections.
Man Convicted for Carrying Pelosi’s Podium During US Capitol Riot Seeks Florida County Office
He’s far from the first person implicated in the Jan. 6 riot to run for office. At least three ran unsuccessfully for Congress in 2024 as Republicans.
Tennessee University Reinstates Professor Fired for Charlie Kirk Post and Settles for $500K
In a Dec. 30 email to the university community, the university president said the school did not follow the required tenure termination process.