constitutional rights

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"The use of force against citizens exercising their constitutional rights to peaceful assembly, expression, and public participation is unacceptable," it said in a joint statement with environmental groups.

From BBC • Jun. 8, 2026

Federal law since 1871 has established that people can sue state and local officials for violating their constitutional rights.

From Los Angeles Times • May 26, 2026

But Carvajal-Muñoz’s attorneys are testing a legal theory that circumvents these roadblocks by suing officers under state law for violations of his constitutional rights.

From Slate • Apr. 15, 2026

“Today’s decision upholds our constitutional rights again and sends a clear message to the Pentagon,” a spokesperson for the Times said.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 10, 2026

Supreme Court ruled unanimously that segregation of the nation’s public schools violated the constitutional rights of black students—a landmark decision that would affect race relations across America.

From "Because They Marched" by Russell Freedman