August is #MakeAWillMonth, learn about how you can secure your financial future. Reach out to us today: info@cldc.org

Great article in Wall Street Journal about how ICE is weaponizing social media platforms and what CLDC is doing to stop it! www.wsj.com/politics/pol...

How ICE Is Weaponizing Social Media Against Its Critics

The agency says its surveillance program searches for threats to agents, but critics see free-speech infringements.

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CLDC is co-sponsoring the 30th Anniversary celebration of the Warner Creek Blockade on 8/24. Enjoy live music, speakers and refreshments! The day before is a film festival featuring three short films on fire and forest protection. We hope to see you there!

MN15: Trump's latest legal crackdown targets teachers, union organizers and trans rights www.startribune.com/antifa-or-or...

Antifa or organizers? Minnesota prosecution tests Trump’s legal crackdown on the left

The so-called Minnesota 15 defendants are teachers, union organizers and transgender rights activists who pushed back against Operation Metro Surge. The Justice Department wants to try them as terrori...

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How courts are fighting back: important news for anyone connect to movement work! www.justsecurity.org/146665/court...

Judges and Grand Juries Reject Trump's Efforts to Investigate

A detailed record of federal courts and grand juries rejecting the Trump administration’s use of subpoenas, search warrants, and indictments.

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What happens if the government doesn't like your social and other online posts? Find out in our latest blog on our Reddit case, read it here: cldc.org/what-happens...

Today is the 168th anniversary of the 14th Amendment! One of the most important aspects of our country, birthright citizenship came under intense scrutiny recently when this administration tried to eliminate it. Luckily it was upheld by the Supreme Court. ⚖️

Today is the anniversary of the Civil Rights Act!

We're getting excited for Pride weekend here in Eugene! Hope to see you there! ❤️🧡💛💚💙💜 #EugenePride #prideblockparty #happypride

In a resounding win for the 1st Amendment, the district court ordered the feds to take down the fence around Free Speech Plaza w/in 48 hours. kval.com/news/local/2...

Judge orders Eugene federal building fence down within 48 hours in CLDC case

UPDATE:In 48 hours, the fence around the federal building in Eugene must come down. That’s the decision from a federal judge Monday who issued a preliminary in

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ICYMI: Here is a video of CLDC's own Lauren Regan speaking at our press conference defending First Amendment rights at Free Speech Plaza in Eugene! iframe.dacast.com/vod/ca88cce1...

The U.S. District Court for the District of Columbia denies two of our motions in our Reddit case - see our response here: cldc.org/cldc-respond...

Great coverage from our presser last week at Free Speech Plaza in Eugene, thanks to everyone for showing up! www.registerguard.com/videos/news/...

Hear why CLDC sued to take down the fence at the Federal Building

Lauren Regan with the Civil Liberties Defense Center joins other plaintiffs in announcing a lawsuit at the Federal Building in Eugene June 9, 2026.

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Our latest blog by our own law clerk about the threats activists are facing today: cldc.org/how-states-m...

TODAY/TOMORROW: Mocktails for the movement! Join CLDC this weekend (Fri/Sat noon-10p.m.) at High Street tonics - every purchase supports our work! highstreettonics.com

High Street Tonics

High Street Tonics

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We had a great turnout on Tuesday to announce our new federal lawsuit to defend Free Speech Plaza in Eugene, including community leaders and local media, @klccoregon.bsky.social @nathanwilk.bsky.social www.klcc.org/politics-gov...

Join CLDC this weekend (Fri/Say noon-10p.m.) for mocktails for a cause at High Street tonics - every purchase supports our work! highstreettonics.com

High Street Tonics

High Street Tonics

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Happy Pride Month! ♥️🧡💛💚💙💜 Check out CLDC's latest blog on Pride and the work in the LGBTQ equality movement! cldc.org/celebrating-...

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DOJ Wants to Know Who on Reddit, X Criticizes ICE’s Tactics (2)

The US Justice Department is seeking the names, addresses, and banking information of Reddit and X users, ratcheting up efforts to identify social media critics of government deportation efforts.

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👊The difference between liberation & incarceration comes down to whether or not you have a lawyer in your corner. An attack on one is an attack on all. With CLDC- the chances to prevail grow exponentially & we can only do it because of supporters like you. givebutter.com/RootsOfResistanceCLDC2026

New on the site: How to Host a Security Party Most of us intend to lock down our digital security one day. Without accountability and a crew, most of us don't actually do it. So we wrote a guide to help you do it. Everything is better with community! 🧵 activistchecklist.org/party

Host a Security Party | Digital Security Checklists for Activists

Plain language steps for digital security, because protecting yourself helps keep your whole community safer. Built by activists, for activists with field-tested, community-verified guides.

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🌳 We've been hard at work fighting fascism, and we can't do it without you. Tell your friends! We need to keep growing our flock - let's keep the momentum going! We've got your back. Join the Roots of Resistance!! 🫶 givebutter.com/RootsOfResis...

Just like a raven, we remember who stood beside us & the government agencies who did not. Liberation is not given. It is fought for – generation over generation – and that takes coordination, trust, and a willingness to fly together, even when the sky grows dark. givebutter.com/RootsOfResis...

Marius Mason is an environmental activist currently in federal prison for acts of property damage carried out in defense of the planet. We are excited to share that after more than 17 years behind bars, Marius Mason will be released from federal prison in May 2026! supportmariusmason.org/about/

Humboldt friends: Join us for a legal observer training in Arcata on May 9. Registration is required, additional details are below. Hope to see you there! ⚖️

CLDC is HIRING a Eugene-based Legal Worker! Check out our website for all the details and for how to apply! cldc.org/jobs

ICE withdrew another lawless administrative subpoena, rather than defend it in court. This time, the subpoena (technically a summons) targeted a Reddit user. @cldc03.bsky.social represented the Reddit user and challenge it in court. www.eff.org/files/2026/0...

>>APPLICATION PERIOD CLOSING SOON<< CLDC is now accepting applications for ➡️ Train the Trainer - Know Your Rights & Risks for Immigrants & Allies 📍Check out the 8-session course description here - cldc.org/ttt ⚡️Applications close 3/29!

>>APPLICATION PERIOD CLOSING SOON<< CLDC is now accepting applications for ➡️ Train the Trainer - Know Your Rights & Risks for Immigrants & Allies ⬅️ 📍Check out the 8-session course description here - cldc.org/ttt ⚡️Applications close 3/29!

Did you know...🤔 CLDC is now accepting applications for ➡️ Train the Trainer - Know Your Rights & Risks for Immigrants & Allies ⬅️ 📍Check out the 8-session course description here - cldc.org/ttt ⚡Applications close 3/29!