Protest and Surveillance during the DNC
The threats to our civil liberties have only become greater as surveillance technology has expanded to meet law enforcement demands.
DEFENDING THE CIVIL RIGHTS AND CIVIL LIBERTIES OF ALL ILLINOISANS.
FROM THE BLOG:
2024 Summer Legislative Update
The 2024 Spring Legislative Session concluded in May during which the ACLU of Illinois and our partners worked on legislation on a range of issues to advance our civil rights and liberties.
Reproductive Rights Detained
With Expecting Justice, the ACLU of Illinois and the WJI saw the need for a deeper evaluation of the often-overlooked conditions for those who are pregnant or postpartum, and others needing reproductive...
PRESS RELEASES:
ACLU of Illinois Responds to Election of Donald Trump as President of the United States
Donald Trump has been elected the 47th President of the United States. But winning an election does not give anyone license to discard our Constitution and behave as a dictator – on day one or any other day...
Federal Appeals Court to Hear Arguments About Treatment of Transgender Persons Under the Care of the Illinois Department of Corrections
Federal appeals court will consider a request from the Illinois Department of Corrections to be released from specific, detailed court orders designed to ensure basic, humane and constitutionally-required...
Transgender Man Resolves Discrimination Charges Against Retail Giant Walmart
A transgender man who was turned away from two Walmart stores when he sought to cash a money order in October 2021 has reached a settlement with the retail chain.
Know Your Rights - Protesting
Make sure you’re prepared by brushing up on your rights before heading out into the streets.
