From ACS's statement in response to the end of the SCOTUS term: "All term, we saw the conservative supermajority of this Court deny the basic reading, history, and even tradition, of the Constitution..."

From ACS's statement in response to the SCOTUS decision in Trump v. Cook and Trump v. Slaughter: "The Roberts Court continues to backend its way into legal justifications for the policy outcomes it prefers."

As the Trump Admin pursues its policy of deport ASAP, avoid questions later, it has found relief from 2 DC Cir. judges. Even as SCOTUS' term ends and summer arrives, it’s important to keep our eyes on the courts as they weigh in on rights, like due process. www.nytimes.com/2026/06/23/u...

In the waning days of the Court’s term, we expect to see many 6-3 decisions. Today was no exception, with 4 out of 5 falling along ideological lines.

AGs play a vital role in protecting our states from harm and in defending our constitutional rights. Proud to share the stage with @ag.state.mn.us, @agrobbonta.oag.ca.gov, and Kristen Clarke to discuss how we are defending our states and the rule of law at @acslaw.bsky.social‘s National Convention.

Today, ACS honors Black American culture in remembrance of Juneteenth. Let this day be a reminder to never give up the fight for a more inclusive democracy that protects and empowers all Americans.

Thank you to our generous 2026 Convention sponsors for bringing this event to life!

ACS is excited to announce that NJ Attorney General Jennifer Davenport will be joining us at our 2026 National Convention! She will be speaking on our Opening Plenary, Defending the Rule of Law: The Role of State Attorneys General today, and we are thrilled to have her join us.

ACS is pleased to announce the winners of the 2026 Richard D. Cudahy Writing Competition! This year’s Lawyer Winners are Leah Litman, Melissa Murray, and Kate Shaw. This year's Student Winner is Rachael Totz. Congratulations to all our winners!

We must call out the baseless lies of voter fraud in California for what they are: dangerous disinformation designed to undermine the upcoming midterm elections.

ACS is pleased to announce @fatimagossgraves.bsky.social, President and CEO of the National Women's Law Center, as the recipient of the 2026 Lifetime Achievement Award. Join us in celebrating her distinguished legal career as an advocate for racial and gender justice!

Today is the FINAL DAY to register for the 2026 ACS National Convention! Register by 11:59pm ET tonight to join us for the premier progressive legal gathering of the year. Those who miss the deadline can still register on site! Register and learn more here: www.acslaw.org/get-involved...

We’re thrilled to have @janainelson.bsky.social, President and Director-Counsel of the @legaldefensefund.bsky.social, at the ACS National Convention! Nelson's remarks will be a highlight of our Welcome Dinner on Thursday, June 18. Register here: www.acslaw.org/get-involved...

ACS is excited to announce that Sen. Sheldon Whitehouse will be speaking at the 2026 ACS National Convention later this month! He will speak at our Welcome Dinner on 6/18 about some of the most pressing legal issues facing the nation today. Register here: www.acslaw.org/get-involved...

Join us for The Imperial Presidency, a plenary session at the 2026 ACS National Convention on Friday, June 19 led by Hon. Jamie Raskin, Harold Hongju Koh, Barbara McQuade, Donald Sherman, and moderator Vanita Gupta. This timely conversation will examine executive power and democratic accountability.

A three-judge panel, including two Trump appointees, made significant factual findings that Alabama intentionally discriminated against Black voters in drawing congressional districts post-Callais.

Happy Pride! 🌈 This month, ACS celebrates the history and contributions of the LGBTQIA+ Community. Together, we can work to build a more inclusive democracy that supports and protects people of all gender identities and sexualities.

Join us at the ACS National Convention for Staying in the Fight, our closing plenary about defending the rule of law. Chris Geidner will moderate panelists ACS President Phil Brest, Taylor Brown, Kalpana Kotagal, and Alice O'Brien. Register for Convention here: www.acslaw.org/get-involved...

Liz Oyer (@lawyeroyer.com) joins Lindsay Langholz to discuss how the president's pardon power has been used (and abused) in recent years and to understand just how far outside the norms we have strayed. Listen to full episodes of Broken Law anywhere you find your podcasts or click below.

Courts matter. In a new piece, ACS President Phil Brest reflects on two devastating rulings: the US Supreme Court gutting the Voting Rights Act in LA v. Callais and the VA Supreme Court wiping away voter intent in Scott v. McDougle. 1/3

Join us at the ACS National Convention for State Courts as Champions of Rights, a panel discussion led by state supreme court justices Hon. Susan Crawford, Hon. Anita Earls, and Hon. Karl Procaccini! Register for Convention here: www.acslaw.org/get-involved...

This potential deal reeks of corruption and threatens the independence of the justice system. www.washingtonpost.com/national-sec...

Joining us for the 2026 ACS National Convention? Don’t forget to book your hotel room! Attendees have until May 27 to confirm a room in the ACS Hotel Block at the reduced rate of $169 a night. Secure your spot today! Reserve your room here: bookings.omnihotels.com/event/washin...

One month left to register for the 2026 ACS National Convention! Register by June 11 to join us for the premier progressive legal gathering of the year. Check the website to see if CLE has been approved for your state! Register and learn more here: www.acslaw.org/get-involved...

In the 200th episode of Broken Law, Joyce Vance joins Valerie Nannery to discuss the dismantling of key Voting Rights Act protections, the growing fight over gerrymandering, and why democratic participation matters more than ever.  www.acslaw.org/podcast/epis...

Congratulations to these Student Chapters for being selected as ACS’s 2026 Programming Award recipients!

Congratulations to Professor Jessie Hill for being selected as ACS's 2026 Faculty Advisor the Year!

Congratulations to the University of North Dakota School of Law for being selected as ACS's 2026 Rising Chapter of the Year!

Congratulations to the Washington University in St. Louis School of Law for being selected as ACS's 2026 Student Chapter of the Year!

I know this isn't a quick fix, particularly in Virginia, but remember: SCOTUS probably isn't riding to the rescue. Rights and liberties increasingly depend on state courts. You can help: *Clerk in state courts! *Practice in state courts! *Try to become a state court judge!

Congratulations to the Minnesota and Chicago Lawyer Chapters for being selected as ACS's 2026 Programming Award recipients!

Congratulations to the Hoosier Lawyer Chapter for being selected as ACS's 2026 Rising Chapter!

Congratulations to the New York Lawyer Chapter for being selected as ACS's 2026 Lawyer Chapter of the Year!

Federal judges have faced increasing threats of violence fanned by dangerous political rhetoric. These attacks undermine public faith in the legal system and risk the safety of judges who seek to uphold the rule of law. These most recent examples highlight an alarming trend that must be addressed:

Congratulations to former ACS Board member Ruben Garcia on being named the inaugural Leonard Hoshijo Endowed Chair in Labor Law at @uhmrichardson.bsky.social. Excited for the new Workplace Law program and opportunities for students to advocate for workers and unions. law.hawaii.edu/31239/

A free press is vital to democracy. Journalists threatened with arrests and violence, FCC coercion targeting speech, and search warrants aimed at reporters’ materials are First Amendment red flags that show why we need transparency, accountability, and real guardrails on government power.

These words from Judge Carlton Reeves (S.D. Miss.) are a much-needed reminder of what this moment demands. ▶️ Watch the full video: www.youtube.com/shorts/EjEMI...

Judges can’t uphold the rule of law if they’re fearing for their lives. ACS President Phil Brest warns that rising threats against the judiciary are an attack on democracy itself. thehill.com/opinion/judi...

ACS President Phil Brest will be speaking at the DC Law Day of Action gathering tomorrow. He'll be joined by fellow lawyers and judges to reaffirm their oaths and send a clear message: the rule of law is non-negotiable. Will you stand with us? 🔗 RSVP: L4GG.org/DCLawDay #LawDayofAction #DCLawDay

The American Constitution Society released the following statement in response to the U.S. Supreme Court's decision in Louisiana v. Callais, condemning the Court's demolition of the Voting Rights Act. Read the Press Release: www.acslaw.org/press_releas...

Yet again, this Administration is weaponizing the Department of Justice against critics of the President. This is, simply put, un-American. It's time for Acting AG Blanche to stop putting political retribution ahead of the Constitution and rule of law. abcnews.com/US/grand-jur...

Hon. Jamie Raskin will be on the panel for The Imperial Presidency, a June 19 plenary session at the 2026 ACS National Convention on executive power and democratic accountability—alongside Harold Hongju Koh, Barbara McQuade, Donald Sherman, and moderator Vanita Gupta.

Leadership in the legal profession means standing up when it matters most. On May 1, ACS will join fellow lawyers and judges on the steps of the U.S. Supreme Court to make clear: the rule of law is non-negotiable. 🔗 RSVP: L4GG.org/DCLawDay #LawDayofAction #DCLawDay

Join ACS and our partner organizations for a virtual webinar on April 28 at 1pm ET. Hear from federal magistrate judges who served as federal public defenders as they share insight into the steps, decisions, and realities of becoming a judge. Register here: afj-org.zoom.us/webinar/regi...

Behind every step forward is a group of partners who believe in the mission. We’re honored to recognize those already committed to supporting our 2026 Convention. Join them—and help power what’s ahead. Learn more about sponsorships here: www.acslaw.org/get-involved...

ACS is proud to partner with these incredible law firms already committed to this year’s Convention. Join the firms helping shape the future of the legal profession—sponsorships are still available. Learn more about sponsorships here: www.acslaw.org/get-involved...

@stevevladeck has an insightful piece breaking down what they mean and why they matter today. www.stevevladeck.com/p/221-chief-...

ICYMI: The NYTimes revealed Supreme Court memos from a decade ago that gave rise to the modern shadow docket—now used by the Chief Justice and the conservative majority to advance preferred policy outcomes without publicly explaining their decisions. www.nytimes.com/2026/04/18/u...

On May 1, lawyers and judges across America are standing up for the rule of law. Wars without congressional approval. Judges threatened for doing their jobs. Court orders defied. The legal profession is responding — in cities from coast to coast. Find your event: LawDayofAction.org #LawDayofAction

The Supreme Court’s failure to recognize children’s rights is on full display in Chiles. Mary Kelly Persyn and Bruce Lesley explain why this systemic blind spot matters in a new Expert Forum blog. www.acslaw.org/expertforum/...