Idaho's legislative session is well into its second week, with multiple bills already introduced. Make sure you're informed and ready to engage with lawmakers by using a refresher on the state's lawmaking process: www.acluidaho.org/how-a-bill-b...

ICE detained a 5-year-old Minnesota boy coming home from school + took him and his dad to Texas, school officials say. The family has an active asylum case + entered the US at a port of entry. "They’re taking children. They're not violent criminals. They're little kids," the superintendent told me.

The public expects federal troops to be used at home only in genuine emergencies – not to intimidate, injure, or kill the American people. People shouldn't live in fear of government retaliation. Here's what you should know about Trump's threat to invoke the Insurrection Act: buff.ly/EGAneVJ

The Rev. Dr. MLK Jr. was a promoter of peace, but that doesn't mean he didn't take risks. He went to jail as a result of anti-protest laws enacted specifically to try and stop the movement. History has shown that any attacks on the right to protest have only one reason: to quell dissent.

Martin Luther King, Jr. dedicated his life to advocating tirelessly for the justice and equality of Black Americans and resisting elected leaders’ deliberate abuse and neglect of our communities. He was relentlessly targeted by our government for his views and pursuit of equality.

The data is clear: Idahoans' views of immigrants sharply contrast with the anti-immigrant actions and rhetoric being pushed by Idaho's elected officials.

Empirical data shows Idaho is becoming more and more sympathetic to immigrants as hostility from policymakers ramps up. The findings challenge the narrative often pushed by policymakers that Idaho supports more anti-immigrant policies.

ICE is endangering our communities. Tell Congress to demand an end to these reckless immigration raids, and oppose any bill that would add to ICE's already massive budget: buff.ly/JhIwIb9

Wyoming, a fellow deeply conservative state, has ruled that a person's ability to make their own medical decisions is an individual right worth protecting. This freedom is a fundamental principle on which our country was founded.

BREAKING: The Wyoming Supreme Court permanently blocked abortion bans in the state. Abortion will remain legal in Wyoming.

"Hope does not glimmer; it burns." Our staff took a moment to reflect on sources of hope that lifted their spirits in 2025 💗

Over the past year, we witnessed countless moments of inspiration: Idahoans coming together, speaking out against injustice, holding those in power accountable, and stepping up to defend their neighbors. These serve as a potent reminder that no one fights for their freedoms alone🫂

The House of Representatives is set to vote on two extreme bills this week that would criminalize gender-affirming care for youth and ban coverage of this lifesaving care under Medicaid. 📣 Tell Congress to protect health care for trans youth and their families now: action.aclu.org/send-message...

A recent @investigatewest.bsky.social investigation found years of sexual abuse in Idaho prisons & systemic failures that let this abuse go unchecked. All Idahoans — including those who are incarcerated — deserve fair treatment under the law and transparency from prison officials & state leaders.

In 2025, we remained steadfast in our defense of Idahoans' fundamental freedoms. We took action by: ✔️ filing lawsuits to protect the rights of immigrants ✔️ engaging with more than 200 bills in the statehouse ✔️ empowering communities across the state. And our work is far from over.

With confirmed reports of increased ICE activity in southern Idaho this past week, it's critical that families are prepared for a potential emergency. Our crisis planning toolkit has preparedness resources for Idahoans: www.acluidaho.org/crisis-plann...

WE HAVE RIGHTS: When ICE Is Outside Our Doors. For more information visit: www.aclu.org/we-have-rights.

TENEMOS DERECHOS: Cuando ICE Está Afuera de Nuestras Puertas. Para obtener más información, visite: www.aclu.org/we-have-rights.

If ICE is outside your door: 🚪 Do not open the door. 🚫 No warrant, no entry. 📃 ICE may try to force themselves in. Do not resist and take pictures of any documents they show you. 💬 If you are detained, say "I wish to remain silent. I want an attorney. I do not consent to any searches."

Knowing your rights and exercising those rights may make a huge difference in the event you run into law enforcement. You have constitutional rights in that situation, and hopefully they don't violate those rights. But if they do, let us know by filling out the form on our website.

Gov. Little directed "emergency funds" to deport people he labeled "violent criminals," yet most had no history of crime. Many were suspected, not convicted, of DUIs — a crime Idaho elected officials have been convicted of. We expect honesty & fairness from our leaders, not deception and hypocrisy.

Courts have affirmed: we all deserve accurate birth certificates. Yet, Idaho’s AG is trying to reverse current policy, which allows people to update their gender marker. Trans Idahoans should prepare for possible changes to birth certificate policies in Idaho.

Let's be clear: Sandpoint City Council's choice to remove LGBTQ+ protections—and Mayor Grimm's tie-breaking vote—makes our trans neighbors less safe. Read our full statement: www.acluidaho.org/news/sandpoi...

Trans Day of Remembrance is a somber reminder of the impacts pervasive transphobia and an epidemic of violence bring to our trans community. Our gender identity should never make us a target. This day also reminds us of our responsibility to keep each other safe and speak out against injustice.

We believe in a future where everyone can be their authentic selves without living in fear. No matter our race, class, or gender, we all deserve safety and dignity. #TransAwarenessWeek

As Idaho's elected officials continue bullying the trans community through legislation and harmful rhetoric, we cannot ignore a harsh reality: trans people face violence at rates four times higher than cisgender people. #TransAwarenessWeek

Trans people are your neighbors, family members, colleagues, and friends. But most importantly, we are HUMAN. #Trans #TransAwarenessWeek

Firing non-lethal bullets at peaceful protesters, using vehicles as deadly force against demonstrators, prohibited chokeholds and carotid restraints, and many more allegations of illegal use of force. www.cbsnews.com/news/former-...

SCOTUS granted the Trump administration's request to enforce its discriminatory passport policy while @aclu.org's lawsuit makes its way through the courts. Now anyone who applies for a new, corrected, or replacement passport or for a passport renewal is at risk of having an inaccurate passport.

An increase in racial profiling has led to the detainment of more than 170 U.S. citizens across the country, according to recent ProPublica reporting. We saw this firsthand at the events in Wilder, where everyone was detained, including children and citizens. This is unacceptable and dangerous.

Here’s what you should know about ICE warrants. Aquí hay algunas cosas que debes saber sobre las órdenes de ICE.

Abortion is Healthcare: Provider Stories from Idaho's Front Lines brings you real stories from OB/GYNs who are struggling to provide reproductive care in Idaho. 🗓️ November 7th at 7pm 📍 Boise Unitarian Universalist Get your tickets here: tinyurl.com/3yc8hyrr

We cannot look away from what happened in Wilder, Idaho. This was a violent display of government power over civilians. And we agree with the Statesman that such an egregious use of force would not happen at a non-Latino event anywhere in Idaho. Read the full editorial: buff.ly/iNhFx32

Idahoans should be able to attend family-friendly community events without fear of being terrorized by law enforcement. What happened in Wilder is unacceptable and should never happen again.

Idahoans deserve accountability about what happened in Wilder on October 19, and we are not getting it. This is the truth: Hundreds of innocent people, including children, were harmed at the hands of our government.

Thank you to everyone who has generously donated to the Idaho Familias Assistance Fund so far. If you're looking for ways to help, donations to this community fund will provide mutual aid to the Wilder families who have suddenly lost a loved one and don't know if they'll ever see them again.

📣TAKE ACTION NOW: Governor Little must explain why hundreds of innocent people were terrorized at a community event filled with families in Wilder, Idaho. Send him a message to demand answers: secure.ngpvan.com/EA4cLyiIkEOq...

The governor's statement celebrates hundreds of innocent people, including children, being zip-tied and detained as a success for justice because five people were allegedly engaging in illegal gambling. We think that's despicable.

Update on what happened in Wilder yesterday. We will continue sharing updates as we verify new information. If you wish to support, you can donate to our Idaho Familias Assistance Fund to support impacted families: givebutter.com/ifaf

If you're protesting today, be sure to know your rights.

The ACLU of Idaho is aware of what is currently happening in Wilder, and we are on the ground and are partnering with community to take action. Please DM us if you have any documentation or proof of what is happening.

Power to the people ✊

We the people will not be silenced. #NoKingsIdaho #NoKings

“Everyone here proves democracy still has a pulse,” speaker and American Civil Liberties Union of Idaho board member Sam Linnet said. #NoKings

If you're headed to a No Kings protest this Saturday, make sure you know your rights and others do too. Download a Know Your Rights phone screen background, protest sign, and more.

UPDATE: A new CBP policy only recognizes M and F sex designations for Advance Passenger Information System (APIS) purposes. If your passport has an “X” marker, you can still travel internationally. However, you may need to select an “M” or “F” designation when submitting information to your airline.

Trans justice is about justice for all people, no matter who they are or how they express themselves. Trans people deserve the same love, joy, and freedom as everyone else 🏳️‍⚧️

Indigenous peoples deserve the freedom to exercise their rights and sovereignty over their communities, cultures, and lands. This includes the freedom to engage in traditional ways of governing, being, and healing while also celebrating culture, language, and heritage. #IndigenousPeoplesDay

The power of the people is stronger than the people in power 📣 Join us at the Idaho Capitol on October 18 to exercise your First Amendment right to assemble and hold Idaho elected officials accountable for being complicit with Trump's abuse of power.

The government's recent action that cut Planned Parenthood out of Medicaid reimbursements is a serious attack on reproductive freedom in Idaho. We applaud Planned Parenthood's commitment to providing equal access to health care for all, regardless of income, gender, immigration status, or zip code.