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Published: April 9, 2026 23:08

The SAVE Act goes beyond voter ID. It would require a passport or birth certificate to register to vote, which would block millions of American citizens from voting.

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Published: April 9, 2026 20:45

Breaking: Today a federal judge dismissed the Justice Department’s lawsuit seeking Massachusetts’ complete voter file, marking the fourth time since the DOJ started suing states for voter information that a judge has dismissed the department’s case.

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Published: April 9, 2026 18:22

During arguments in a key Supreme Court case, both parties’ attorneys and some of the justices made misleading comments about mail voting. A new analysis corrects the record and warns that voters could pay the price for those mistakes: bit.ly/47SVP1Q…

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Published: April 9, 2026 18:07

Molly Jong-Fast discusses the war with Iran, upheaval at the Justice Department, and the media’s responses to the current political moment on The Briefing with Michael Waldman. bit.ly/4mD9Mat https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Hirbu4lulZM&t=445s

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Published: April 9, 2026 17:36

The Trump administration's plot to undermine the election is now clear. But with each move, there are effective countermoves. Stay informed by subscribing to The Briefing, our free weekly newsletter: bit.ly/3Yrz5jM

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Published: April 9, 2026 17:05

The federal law prohibiting federal armed agents from polling places has been on the books since the Civil War. If ICE shows up to the polls, voters should report it to their local election officials or call 866-OUR-VOTE if they have any issues.…

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Published: April 9, 2026 16:05

The Justice Department’s new proposed rule would restrict state bar ethics investigations of DOJ attorneys — another attempt by the Trump administration to dismantle checks on its abuses of power. bit.ly/4c741wB…

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Published: April 9, 2026 15:04

The Pentagon’s race to adopt AI without effective regulation poses serious — even deadly — risks. Congress must establish guardrails. Learn more in our report on the military and AI: bit.ly/4sJCA2S

https://bsky.app/profile/brennancenter.org/post/3mj2zjatixg2t

Published: April 9, 2026 14:31

We can have safe and secure elections in 2026 — if we work for it. The good news is the plan to defend the vote is already in action. Here are the highlights: bit.ly/41OHwrA https://www.brennancenter.org/our-work/analysis-opinion/fight-protect-midterms

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Published: April 9, 2026 13:48

Trump’s executive order to upend mail voting is not only illegal, but would inject chaos into our elections. bit.ly/4mhDqln https://www.brennancenter.org/our-work/research-reports/presidents-illegal-executive-order-mail-voting

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Published: April 9, 2026 13:34

President Trump is urging Congress to renew Section 702 of the Foreign Intelligence Surveillance Act, but lawmakers in both parties oppose extending it without reforms. Congress now has a chance to protect Americans’ privacy. bit.ly/4tASUmW…

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Published: April 9, 2026 12:31

Don’t count traditional media out yet. This week, Molly Jong-Fast joined The Briefing with Michael Waldman to discuss the future of journalism, war powers, and the Justice Department: bit.ly/4mD9Mat

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Published: April 8, 2026 21:40

The SAVE Act goes beyond voter ID. It would require a passport or birth certificate to register to vote, which would block millions of American citizens from voting.

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Published: April 8, 2026 19:29

Author and political commentator @mollyjongfast.bsky.social discusses the war with Iran, upheaval at the Justice Department, and the current role the media plays in our politics. Listen to The Briefing with Michael Waldman: https://bit.ly/4sZW9EB

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Published: April 8, 2026 18:04

The way prisons currently operate in this country is often inhumane, unproductive, and out of step with public opinion. But prison reform data shows there is a way forward. bit.ly/4ma5I0U…

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Published: April 8, 2026 16:46

Congress is about to vote on renewing Section 702 of the Foreign Intelligence Surveillance Act. Originally meant to monitor foreigners overseas, it’s been abused to surveil Americans. This is a chance to finally protect Americans’ privacy. bit.ly/4tASUmW…

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Published: April 8, 2026 16:03

The Pentagon’s race to adopt AI without effective regulation poses serious — even deadly — risks. Congress must establish guardrails. Learn more in our report on the military and AI: bit.ly/4sJCA2S

https://bsky.app/profile/brennancenter.org/post/3miyo4y5i7z27

Published: April 8, 2026 16:02

The Justice Department is attempting to shield DOJ attorneys suspected of violating ethics rules from oversight by state bar disciplinary bodies. bit.ly/4c741wB…

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Published: April 8, 2026 14:30

President Trump and his allies are pursuing five tactics to undermine the midterms. But for each aggressive move, a countermove is in motion to defend our elections. bit.ly/41OHwrA…

https://bsky.app/profile/brennancenter.org/post/3miyhif5uis2t

Published: April 8, 2026 14:03

Birthright citizenship has been part of the Constitution for over 150 years. During oral arguments, Supreme Court Justice Kagan referenced the 14th Amendment, which guarantees this right. Learn more: bit.ly/4bI28aP

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Published: April 8, 2026 13:29

Redistricting has become far more extreme since 1970. However, independent commissions can help reduce excessive population shifts. bit.ly/3OqZeOL…

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Published: April 8, 2026 13:12

President Trump has signed an executive order on mail voting. He has no lawful authority to write the rules that govern U.S. elections. He tried a year ago; we sued him, and we won. We expect the same result this time.

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Published: April 7, 2026 21:11

Trump’s illegal executive order on mail voting marks another step in his administration’s strategy to undermine elections. We and others are pushing back to protect the vote. https://www.brennancenter.org/our-work/analysis-opinion/fight-protect-midterms

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Published: April 7, 2026 21:07

The SAVE Act would require voters to show a passport or birth certificate to register to vote, but 21 million American citizens don’t have those documents readily available. bit.ly/4rA2p4R https://bit.ly/4rA2p4R

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Published: April 7, 2026 19:34

Our new research shows that state legislatures separate districts to disfavor the other party. Independent commissions often draw fairer maps by undoing these biased maps. bit.ly/3OqZeOL…

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Published: April 7, 2026 19:19

The Justice Department’s new proposed rule would allow the attorney general to stall or block state bar probes into its attorneys. It’s an attempt to dodge accountability for misconduct. bit.ly/4c741wB…

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Published: April 7, 2026 19:18

The Pentagon’s race to adopt AI without effective regulation poses serious — even deadly — risks. Congress must establish guardrails. Learn more in our report on the military and AI: bit.ly/4sJCA2S

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Published: April 7, 2026 18:59

A new Brennan Center report takes a close look at prison systems across the country that are trying to change the status quo. Here’s what we found:

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Published: April 7, 2026 18:26

How does the law fall short in promoting an inclusive society? Kenji Yoshino discusses his new book, How Equality Wins, coauthored with David Glasgow, on The Briefing with Michael Waldman: bit.ly/4tuHQI0

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Published: April 7, 2026 17:33

Trump is trying to take over voting in America, but the pushback from the courts, state officials, and voters has been fierce and increasingly successful. bit.ly/4cbhF1U https://bit.ly/4cbhF1U

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Published: April 7, 2026 17:02

The Brennan Center’s Jesse Wegman explains why he’s starting a newsletter about the Supreme Court — what needs to change for the institution, why, and how to go about it. bit.ly/3NH1Vvs…

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Published: April 7, 2026 16:41

A key question emerged in a case before the Supreme Court: Could there be new exceptions to birthright citizenship? The answer is no.

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Published: April 7, 2026 16:03

ICE has no reason to be at or near the polls. It has no role in enforcing election laws. bit.ly/4s3UQDe https://www.brennancenter.org/our-work/research-reports/sending-ice-polling-places-illegal

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Published: April 7, 2026 14:14

In today’s Wisconsin Supreme Court election, just under $3.6 million has been spent on television ads, compared to record-setting numbers in the previous two elections. The Brennan Center is tracking campaign spending in judicial elections. Watch the ads…

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Published: April 7, 2026 14:03

People are significantly less likely to vote when they view their political system as corrupt. Reforms are essential to counter this effect. bit.ly/4v4xuQy https://www.brennancenter.org/our-work/analysis-opinion/how-corruption-affects-democracy

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Published: April 7, 2026 13:23

Our new report documents reforms that correctional leaders and advocates are implementing in prisons throughout the country. Here's what the research shows: bit.ly/4ma5I0U https://www.brennancenter.org/our-work/research-reports/data-behind-prison-reform

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Published: April 6, 2026 23:02

The SAVE Act goes beyond voter ID. It would require a passport or birth certificate to register to vote, which would block millions of American citizens from voting.

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Published: April 6, 2026 20:09

Between conspiracy theories, FBI raids, late-night social media posts & more, these moves can distract. But here's the thing: we can have safe and secure elections in November. We’ll have to work for it. bit.ly/4dmlGTp…

https://bsky.app/profile/brennancenter.org/post/3mitxfqwlz423

Published: April 6, 2026 19:04

Polls show that public support for Supreme Court term limits is quite high, has bipartisan support, and is relatively stable. bit.ly/4s9k6YO https://www.brennancenter.org/our-work/analysis-opinion/public-opinion-term-limits-and-other-supreme-court-reforms

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Published: April 6, 2026 17:48

The Trump administration's plot to undermine the election is now clear. But with each move, there are effective countermoves, Michael Waldman and Kendall Verhovek write in The New Republic: bit.ly/4dmlGTp

https://bsky.app/profile/brennancenter.org/post/3mits6du2jo23

Published: April 6, 2026 17:31

Trump is trying to take over voting in America, but the pushback from the courts, state officials, and voters has been fierce and increasingly successful. bit.ly/4cbhF1U…

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Published: April 6, 2026 17:03

The federal law prohibiting federal armed agents from polling places has been on the books since the Civil War. If ICE shows up to the polls, voters should report it to their local election officials or call 866-OUR-VOTE if they have any issues.…

https://bsky.app/profile/brennancenter.org/post/3mitlixtf3x25

Published: April 6, 2026 15:31

The way prisons currently operate in this country is often inhumane, unproductive, and out of step with public opinion. But prison reform data shows there is a way forward. bit.ly/4ma5I0U…

https://bsky.app/profile/brennancenter.org/post/3mitjvmw53n23

Published: April 6, 2026 15:03

Corporations, universities, law firms, and other institutions have rapidly retreated from DEI programs. How can we build a path forward for the equality movement in this time of uncertainty? Kenji Yoshino, coauthor of How Equality Wins, joins The Briefing…

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Published: April 5, 2026 19:02

A fixed schedule for Supreme Court appointments would reduce political manipulation and make the Court more representative. bit.ly/4bZbVIk https://www.brennancenter.org/our-work/analysis-opinion/term-limits-depoliticize-supreme-court

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Published: April 5, 2026 18:02

What does the public think about term limits for Supreme Court justices and other reforms? GW Professor Brandon L. Bartels digs into the polling data: bit.ly/4s9k6YO…

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Published: April 5, 2026 17:03

The SAVE Act would be the most restrictive federal voting bill to ever be passed by Congress. Lawmakers should be protecting the freedom to vote — not restricting it. Watch: bit.ly/4dfPQrx

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Published: April 5, 2026 16:29

The Trump administration's plot to undermine the election is now clear. But with each move, there are effective countermoves, @mawaldman.bsky.social and @kendallverhovek.bsky.social write.…

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Published: April 5, 2026 16:02

ICE has no reason to be at or near the polls. It has no role in enforcing election laws. bit.ly/4s3UQDe https://www.brennancenter.org/our-work/research-reports/sending-ice-polling-places-illegal

https://bsky.app/profile/brennancenter.org/post/3miqwjsiqy425

Published: April 5, 2026 14:11

How can governments help ensure a pluralistic, equitable society? Kenji Yoshino, a professor at NYU Law, discusses his new book, How Equality Wins, cowritten with David Glasgow, on The Briefing with Michael Waldman. bit.ly/4tuHQI0…

https://bsky.app/profile/brennancenter.org/post/3miqsxbqkln23

Published: April 5, 2026 13:07

People are significantly less likely to vote when they view their political system as corrupt. Reforms are essential to counter this effect. bit.ly/4v4xuQy https://www.brennancenter.org/our-work/analysis-opinion/how-corruption-affects-democracy

https://bsky.app/profile/brennancenter.org/post/3mioy65sqou22

Published: April 4, 2026 19:35

Australians voted decades ago to require High Court judges to retire at age 70. A member of Australia’s Parliament tells the story of how it happened and how it’s worked out: bit.ly/4sOlbq0…

https://bsky.app/profile/brennancenter.org/post/3miosxwnmts23

Published: April 4, 2026 18:02

Polls show that public support for Supreme Court term limits is quite high, has bipartisan support, and is relatively stable. bit.ly/4s9k6YO https://www.brennancenter.org/our-work/analysis-opinion/public-opinion-term-limits-and-other-supreme-court-reforms

https://bsky.app/profile/brennancenter.org/post/3miopmu6c7f2n

Published: April 4, 2026 17:02

The SAVE Act would be the most restrictive federal voting bill to ever be passed by Congress. Lawmakers should be protecting the freedom to vote — not restricting it. Watch: bit.ly/4dfPQrx

https://bsky.app/profile/brennancenter.org/post/3mioobpzl3k23

Published: April 4, 2026 16:38

Between conspiracy theories, FBI raids, late-night social media posts & more, these moves can distract. But here's the thing: we can have safe and secure elections in November. We’ll have to work for it. bit.ly/4dmlGTp…

https://bsky.app/profile/brennancenter.org/post/3miombbvmvq26

Published: April 4, 2026 16:02

The federal law prohibiting federal armed agents from polling places has been on the books since the Civil War. If ICE shows up to the polls, voters should report it to their local election officials or call 866-OUR-VOTE if they have any issues.…

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Published: April 4, 2026 16:00

“This isn't solving for anything," @seanmorales-doyle.bsky.social to @velshimsnow.bsky.social on President Trump's executive order restricting mail voting “The last time he tried something like this, we sued him…he was blocked. And so he's trying again. He…

https://bsky.app/profile/brennancenter.org/post/3miofz3h44o23

Published: April 4, 2026 14:10

Kenji Yoshino discusses his new book, How Equality Wins, written with coauthor David Glasgow, on The Briefing with Michael Waldman. He outlines a path forward for the equality movement in this time of uncertainty. bit.ly/4tuHQI0…

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Published: April 4, 2026 13:06

When elected officials are corrupt, citizens participate less in the democratic process and lose faith in government. That’s why anticorruption reforms are urgently needed. bit.ly/4v4xuQy…

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Published: April 3, 2026 23:12

Yesterday, representing West Virginia Citizen Action Group, the Brennan Center, @campaignlegal.org, @aclu.org, and @acluwv.bsky.social filed a motion to intervene in a case where the federal government has sought West Virginia voters’ sensitive data.…

https://bsky.app/profile/brennancenter.org/post/3mimhpcttjx27

Published: April 3, 2026 19:35

The Brennan Center’s Jesse Wegman explains why he’s starting a newsletter about the Supreme Court — what needs to change for the institution, why, and how to go about it. bit.ly/3NH1Vvs…

https://bsky.app/profile/brennancenter.org/post/3mimfmywgzc2f

Published: April 3, 2026 18:58

This week, the Supreme Court heard oral arguments on Trump’s executive order to end birthright citizenship. Here are some takeaways:

https://bsky.app/profile/brennancenter.org/post/3mimciwwwsv22

Published: April 3, 2026 18:02

What does the public think about term limits for Supreme Court justices and other reforms? GW Professor Brandon L. Bartels digs into the polling data: bit.ly/4s9k6YO…

https://bsky.app/profile/brennancenter.org/post/3mim77ij5p427

Published: April 3, 2026 17:03

The SAVE Act would be the most restrictive federal voting bill to ever be passed by Congress. Lawmakers should be protecting the freedom to vote — not restricting it. Watch: bit.ly/4dfPQrx

https://bsky.app/profile/brennancenter.org/post/3mim3u5wh5j23

Published: April 3, 2026 16:03

Sending ICE or other federal troops to polling places is illegal. There are specific federal and state laws that make this kind of action unlawful. bit.ly/4s3UQDe https://www.brennancenter.org/our-work/research-reports/sending-ice-polling-places-illegal

https://bsky.app/profile/brennancenter.org/post/3mim3hhq52k2d

Published: April 3, 2026 15:56

From pushing the SAVE Act to issuing an order on mail voting, Trump is attempting to undermine elections. “We can have safe and secure elections in November, but we’ll have to work for it,” writes @mawaldman.bsky.social in @newrepublic.com. "It will take…

https://bsky.app/profile/brennancenter.org/post/3milyhj4qbk2d

Published: April 3, 2026 15:02

Under weak campaign finance laws, wealthy donors are increasingly hiding behind non-profits to anonymously donate large sums of money to political campaigns. “We are moving toward a system where transparency is just optional,” @danw329.bsky.social told…

https://bsky.app/profile/brennancenter.org/post/3milxczyjp22l

Published: April 3, 2026 14:42

President Trump’s order limiting birthright citizenship is flatly unconstitutional. "The Constitution is very clear," @mawaldman.bsky.social tells @morningjoe-msnow.bsky.social. "If you're born in the United States, you are a citizen. And this is how we…

https://bsky.app/profile/brennancenter.org/post/3mils54475g25

Published: April 3, 2026 13:09

Corporations, universities, law firms, and other institutions have rapidly retreated from DEI programs. How can we build a path forward for the equality movement in this time of uncertainty? Kenji Yoshino, coauthor of How Equality Wins, joins The Briefing…

https://bsky.app/profile/brennancenter.org/post/3milqd2rqnz22

Published: April 3, 2026 12:36

Pervasive political corruption makes it particularly urgent for Congress to pass policies addressing self-dealing by top government officials and the private sector’s power over the electoral process. bit.ly/4v4xuQy…