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Giant markings of the numbers 8647 appeared Thursday on the National Mall in Washington, prompting an investigation by federal authorities and claims of "political violence" by the White House. nbcnews.to/4emHmxq

Federal authorities investigate giant ‘8647’ markings on National Mall

A judge ruled this month that the numbers on their own, which the Trump administration has called a threat against the president, constitute free speech.

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President Trump has filed an amended defamation lawsuit against The Wall Street Journal over the paper's reporting tying him to Jeffrey Epstein. The suit comes a month after a federal judge dismissed Trump's lawsuit as initially filed. Here's what happened and what's next.

Trump Refiles Lawsuit Against Wall Street Journal: 1A Analysis

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The Defense Department has declared that its press office is now a classified space inaccessible to journalists. bit.ly/4uh9DeR

Pentagon bars journalists from its press office, saying it has become a 'classified space'

The Defense Department has declared its press office a classified space, barring journalists from entry.

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Settlements totaling more than $1.5 million have been reached so far with people who lost their jobs over social media posts that were critical of Charlie Kirk in the wake of his assassination. bit.ly/433WhHP

Free speech settlements top $1.5M in the wake of Charlie Kirk's death

Hundreds of public and private employees were fired for social media posts following Charlie Kirk's death. Now, some of them are getting big payouts.

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ABC is claiming the FCC infringed on its First Amendment rights after the federal agency moved to revisit The View's exemption from its equal opportunities rule. Here's why — and what happens next.

What Is the Equal Opportunities Rule?

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Congratulations to our First Amendment reporters @catecharron, @brieannafrank, @angele_latham, @stephanymatat and @taylorseely95 for receiving the 2026 @AEJMC First Amendment Award! Their work brings the First Amendment to life through stories that show how these freedoms are exercised in real communities. Learn more about the reporters and their work here: bit.ly/4u8pjkH

First Amendment Reporters

Freedom Forum launched the First Amendment Reporters initiative by partnering with Journalism Funding Partners in 2022 to create and staff a First Amendment beat at The Tennessean in Nashville.

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2026 AEJMC First Amendment Award Goes to USA TODAY Reporting Team. Congrats to these 5 journalists! #AEJMC26 #AejmcAwards
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New York Gov. Kathy Hochul signed into law a requirement for 3D printers sold in the state to have technology preventing them from printing guns. Supporters say it could reduce gun violence, but critics say such technology impedes on free expression. bit.ly/49qazpE

New York's ban on 3D-printed guns sparks First Amendment concerns

Proponents have called the law a necessary step to address gun violence, but critics say the requirements aren't tenable and threaten free expression.

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President Donald Trump's administration is seeking public input on a proposal to have federal workers sign a nondisclosure agreement amid an ongoing battle with leaks. bit.ly/4x1gs71

Trump administration proposes governmentwide NDA amid leaks

The proposal follows a series of high-profile leaks in various federal agencies that officials have described as national security risks.

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In a recent interview with @60minutes, award-winning actress Sally Field emphasized the importance of the Constitution — including the 45 words of the First Amendment she was asked to memorize in seventh grade. "Almost 67 years later, I understand it like never before," she said.
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As part of the settlement of a high-profile lawsuit, Ball State University will pay $225,000 to a former employee it fired for making a critical social media post following Charlie Kirk's assassination. bit.ly/4aaE8f4

Ball State to pay fired employee $225K in Charlie Kirk free speech case

Ball State University is settling a lawsuit brought by former employee it fired for making a critical social media post about Charlie Kirk.

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At least four states have adopted laws this year making it a crime to disrupt worship services, a reaction to a high-profile protest inside a Minnesota church that prompted outrage from faith leaders. bit.ly/4v9ZtNZ

After a Minnesota church protest, states are toughening penalties for disrupting services

At least four states have adopted laws this year making it a crime to disrupt worship services, a reaction to a high-profile protest inside a Minnesota church that prompted outrage from faith leaders.

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This Memorial Day, we remember and honor those who lost their lives serving our country. Their sacrifices help protect America and all of our freedoms.
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New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani's office is reviewing its press policy amid outcry over statements supporters of murder suspect Luigi Mangione made while wearing city-issued press credentials. Here are the First Amendment issues at play. bit.ly/3PiRH5j

Mamdani's press policy review draws First Amendment scrutiny

The review followed outcry over supporters of accused murderer Luigi Mangione making inflammatory remarks while wearing city-issued press credentials.

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Florida officials will pay nearly half a million dollars to a biologist who was fired by a state agency for criticizing Charlie Kirk on social media after his death. bit.ly/4fvTY7G

Florida biologist fired over Charlie Kirk post after his death wins $485,000 settlement

Florida officials will pay nearly half a million dollars to a biologist who was fired by a state agency for criticizing conservative activist Charlie Kirk on social media after his death.

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Is it a First Amendment violation if a public university decides to disinvite a commencement speaker? Here's what you should know.

Disinviting Commencement Speakers: First Amendment Analysis

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This Mental Health Awareness Month, we highlight 12 activists — from Nellie Bly in the 1800s to Simone Biles today — who have used their First Amendment freedoms to speak out and advocate for mental health awareness and care.

12 Mental Health Activists Who Used the Power of the First Amendment

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Miami Beach city officials are denying that a police visit to a woman's home over critical comments of the city's mayor violated her First Amendment rights to free speech. They're also looking for immunity from liability. bit.ly/495g1y6

Miami Beach denies violating free speech rights but seeks immunity

Miami Beach officials deny violating a critic’s free speech rights after police visited her home over comments about the mayor.

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