“The United States Government will not accept or allow … Transgender individuals to serve in any capacity in the U.S. Military,” Trump tweeted. Transgender people already serve in the military.
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Homer and ACLU cut a deal after recall case ruling
The American Civil Liberties Union of Alaska and the City of Homer have struck a deal following a recent court battle over a recent recall effort.
In recall case, Homer City Council members weigh appeal after judge rules against them
An Anchorage Superior Court judge ruled Tuesday against three Homer City Council members seeking to halt a recall election next month.
ACLU files lawsuit against city of Homer over proposed recalls
American Civil Liberties Union of Alaska filed a suit Monday against the City of Homer. The suit targets the proposed recall of three Homer City Council members.
Kenai borough assembly to consider eliminating religious invocation
The Kenai Peninsula Borough Assembly voted to introduce an ordinance on Feb. 14 that would put an end to the invocation that begins each meeting. South Peninsula representative Willy Dunne introduced the ordinance, which would modify Kenai Peninsula Borough code.
Outdoor rec area at Goose Creek might violate constitutional rights
In many correctional facilities in Alaska, an enclosed room with an opening that lets in fresh air is considered outdoor space. For inmates held in protective custody at Goose Creek Correctional Center in Wasilla, that’s their only access to outdoor recreation, which the American Civil Liberties Union and inmates said could be a violation of their constitutional rights.
California Approves A Sweeping Digital Privacy Law
The bill was signed into law on Thursday by Gov. Jerry Brown. The law requires a warrant before any business turns over clients’ metadata or digital communications to the government.
Obama Immigrant Detention Policies Under Fire
The Obama administration is walking a fine line. With a backlog in the courts, many immigrants remain detained with an uncertain future.
ACLU: Alaska should recognize same-sex marriage
The head of the American Civil Liberties Union in Alaska says the state should stop defending its same-sex marriage ban after a federal appeals court ruled gay marriage is legal in Idaho and Nevada.
Legislature passes bill shortening driver’s license validity for immigrants
Starting this year, foreign nationals who wish to drive in Alaska may be getting more scrutiny when they go to the DMV.