Freedom of expression and alternative sources of information27. January
Freedom of expression23. December
Outcry after CBS pulled '60 Minutes' segment on US immigration policy
There is a major debate in the US about the independence of journalism. To what extent do the interests of the Trump administration play a role in this? The debate has now been fuelled by a decision by CBS not to broadcast a critical report on deportations for the time being.
Clean elections12. December
Indiana rejects Trump-backed push to erase Democratic seats
Indiana Republicans have pushed back against pressure from President Trump and House Speaker Mike Johnson to redraw their congressional map in a way that could have erased two Democrat districts. Their refusal could signal waning influence by Trump on the party.
Legal constraints on the executive11. December
Judge orders Trump to end National Guard deployment in Los Angeles
President Trump is again in conflict with the courts over the deployment of the National Guard to US cities – cities under a Democrat mayor. The White House has said it may appeal. The judge was critical of the deployment, seeing an attempt to create a national police force.
Equality before the law and individual liberties10. December
US border control wants five-year check on tourists' social media
Some visitors to the United States may soon have to provide their social media history from the prior five years in order to enter the country, according to a new Trump administration proposal.
Clean elections10. December
Miami elects first Democratic mayor in nearly 30 years
Higgins' win in Miami gives the Democrats a boost in one of the last electoral battles ahead of the 2026 midterms.
Clean elections05. December
US Supreme Court allows Texas to use redrawn voting map
The results of the US midterm elections in 2026 are already being influenced by the redrawing of electoral districts. The US Supreme Court has now declared a district map for Texas permissible that clearly favors Republicans. Similar measures are being prepared in other states.
Equality before the law and individual liberties02. December
Washington defends September attack on alleged drug vessel as lawful
Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth is facing growing pressure over a Washington Post report that he ordered the military to “kill everybody” in a boat strike in the Caribbean.
Equality before the law and individual liberties01. December
US freezes all asylum decisions in wake of National Guard shooting
President Trump has announced a halt to allowing people from "Third World" countries into the US. His administration is also reviewing green cards issued to people from certain countries. The move leaves many green-card holders in a state of uncertainty.