News & Commentary

President Donald Trump is threatening to invoke the act, which is a rarely used power that Congress intended only for extreme emergencies. We break down what this means for our civil liberties.

From blocking unconstitutional orders to mobilizing millions, here’s how we fought back and what comes next.

CEO attacks motives of people who care about privacy, says they are trying to “normalize lawlessness” and “let murderers go free”

On Saturday, Jan. 10, Mainers took to the streets in communities throughout the state to protest ICE's violent and reckless actions.

As we round out the year, we'd like to say thank you. Thank you, Maine, for making our work possible and for inspiring us every day. We can't wait to see you in 2026.

This year’s most-read ACLU stories trace a nation grappling with military overreach, attacks on the press, threats to immigrant and transgender communities, and the fight for justice in response.

Dreading the holiday dinner table? Our experts provide advice to help you navigate the trickiest conversations.

A federal court has once again ruled that the Trump administration is breaking the law – this time by denying people the opportunity to challenge their ongoing ICE detention.

The latest from the ACLU of Maine: We're going to court to again to protect Maine people's privacy, Rockland votes on a key ordinance, and new public records show how our state is cooperating with federal immigration enforcement.