Federal agents in Minneapolis fatally shot Alex Jeffrey Pretti. Public video and reporting raise serious concerns about the government’s account, and if accurate, he was exercising constitutionally protected rights when his life was taken. 🔗 Read the full statement: tinyurl.com/mu6uhbsv

Jan. 6 wasn’t just a moment. It was a warning. There’s a false narrative that the story of the Jan. 6 insurrection is settled, and we should simply move on. However, the fight for accountability must continue. The future of our democracy depends on it. lccrul.substack.com/p/january-6-...

We’re proud to welcome Salena Jegede as chief development officer at the Lawyers’ Committee for Civil Rights Under Law. Read the full announcement: tinyurl.com/968dnmx2

In today’s hearing in Smith v. Trump, the court will address whether President Trump can claim immunity for his actions related to the violent Jan. 6 attack – one of our LAST chances to hold him accountable. Learn more about our fight for accountability: www.lawyerscommittee.org/smith-v-trump/

📣 States must be able to defend their residents from discrimination, bias, and surveillance driven by unchecked AI. We’re pushing back against an executive order that threatens that power. Read our coalition response 👇 Press Release: tinyurl.com/4u4amt89

Watch our new explainer video on the AI Civil Rights Act — a landmark piece of civil rights legislation designed to protect communities from discrimination and bias in the age of artificial intelligence. 🎥 Watch: tinyurl.com/3kw65bem Learn more and explore ways to support: tinyurl.com/4e3r6m8f

Yesterday, President and Executive Director Damon Hewitt joined Senator Ed Markey; Representatives Yvette Clarke, Pramila Jayapal, Summer Lee, and Ayanna Pressley; and Leadership Conference President & CEO Maya Wiley to announce the reintroduction of the AI Civil Rights Act in Congress.

Today, the Lawyers’ Committee for Civil Rights Under Law joined Senator Ed Markey and Representatives Yvette Clarke, Summer Lee, Ayanna Pressley, and Pramila Jayapal as they introduced the AI Civil Rights Act. Read our full statement: tinyurl.com/3wje7ya3 #AICivilRightsAct

New from me: Meta’s advertising system engages in race and gender segregation. A new lawsuit from @lawyerscomm.bsky.social provides a roadmap for new forms of accountability using state consumer protection laws prohibiting unfair or deceptive trade practices to challenge algorithmic discrimination.

A big win in Texas. A federal court has blocked the 2025 Congressional maps—confirming what our clients have long known: the 2025 plan was discrimination by design. Read our full statement: tinyurl.com/ykv2u4tc #VotingRights #CivilRights #TexasRedistricting

🎉 2025 Higginbotham Leadership Awards Gala: Rooted in Justice, Rising in Solidarity 📸 Relive the night of leadership, legacy, and solidarity and check out our official photo gallery here: lawyerscommittee.org/2025…#CivilRightsts

#LatestNews: The U.S. District Court for the Northern District of Illinois issued an opinion in a case brought by Chicago Women in Trades (CWIT) challenging anti-Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion executive orders. Read the opinion and learn more: lnkd.in/e9TDbGar #CivilRights

An unforgettable evening at the 25th Annual Higginbotham Leadership Awards Gala — where leaders, advocates, and allies gathered in solidarity to celebrate courage, equity, and action in the pursuit of justice. Join us in continuing this vital work: www.lawyerscommittee.org/lcsolidarity

@arndreaking.bsky.social and I are so proud of our daughter for receiving the @lawyerscomm.bsky.social’s 2025 Higginbotham Catalyst Award. Yolanda Renee King carries forward the legacy of her grandfather, leading a new generation in the fight for our future and a more just and equitable world.

BREAKING: The Lawyers’ Committee for Civil Rights Under Law @lawyerscomm.bsky.social, on behalf of the National Digital Inclusion Alliance (NDIA), has filed a lawsuit challenging the administration’s unlawful repeal of the Digital Equity Act Competitive Grant Program. tinyurl.com/ypnxmke7

From Sept 15–Oct 15, we celebrate #HispanicHeritageMonth, honoring the history, culture & achievements of Hispanic and Latino communities. We recognize their advocacy, art, traditions & leadership that continue to shape a more equitable, inclusive future. #CivilRights

We are thrilled to share that our President & Executive Director, Damon Hewitt, will be speaking at the 54th Annual Legislative Conference, taking place September 24–28, 2025, at the Walter E. Washington Convention Center in Washington, DC. #ALC54 #CivilRights

We are proud to share that our President & Executive Director Damon Hewitt will be speaking at the 2025 Eradicate Hate Global Summit, the world’s most comprehensive anti-hate conference, taking place Sep. 15–17, 2025 | David L. Lawrence Convention Center in Pittsburgh, PA. eradicatehatesummit.org

Texas doubled down on racial gerrymandering. On Aug. 26, Texas NAACP & the Lawyers’ Committee filed a preliminary injunction to block new congressional maps that dismantle majority-minority districts and dilute political power. Learn more: www.lawyerscommittee.org/lawyers-comm...

On August 28, the Lawyers’ Committee for Civil Rights Under Law is proud to sponsor the March on Wall Street—from the African Burial Ground to the heart of America’s financial power. 📅 August 28, 2025 📍 African Burial Ground → Wall Street, NYC 🕙 Kickoff at 10 AM RSVP: www.marchonwallstreets.com

On August 18, 1920—105 years ago today— the 19th Amendment guaranteed women the right to vote. But for many Black women in the South, it took until the passage of the Voting Rights Act of 1965, for that right to be fully realized. We continue the fight for full and fair ballot access for all.

In a searing op-ed in The Hill, Robert N. Weiner reveals how the DOJ pressured Texas to “re-gerrymander Texas’s already discriminatory congressional map” — jeopardizing fair representation & turning the law into “an instrument of partisan purpose.” Read the full op-ed here: tinyurl.com/4r3nymt9

60 years ago, the Voting Rights Act became law. Today, we’re still fighting to protect it. Voting is a civil right! Support our fight for fair access to the ballot: tinyurl.com/v6hwh6en

As expected, the Trump Admin’s AI plan serves Big Tech, not the people. No guardrails. No accountability. No justice. We need an AI agenda that centers equity, civil rights, and democracy. That’s why we’re calling for the AI Civil Rights Act and backing a People’s AI Action Plan. peoplesaiaction.com

The Trump admin’s AI plan will prioritize industry profits. We need an AI policy that protects democracy, civil rights, and working people. That’s why we’ve joined 70+ orgs to support a People’s AI Action Plan — a vision that puts people before profit. 📍Read at: peoplesaiaction.com

@lawyerscomm.bsky.social Criminal Justice Project Director Len Kamdang issued a statement condemning the DOJ’s one-day jail sentence recommendation for an ex-police officer convicted in Breonna Taylor’s killing. Read now: tinyurl.com/599jafv6 #RacialJustice #CriminalJustice #BreonnaTaylor

@lawyerscomm.bsky.social President and Executive Director Damon Hewitt spoke with theGrio Friday about administrative efforts to roll back federal DEIA programs, challenge birthright citizenship, and undermine key aspects of the 14th Amendment. Read more: tinyurl.com/2evuru65 #CivilRights #Democracy

The @LawyersComm celebrates #DisabilityPrideMonth this July, marking the 35th anniversary of the 1990 Americans with Disabilities Act and the ongoing fight for disability justice. Join us as we advance civil rights, accessibility, intersectionality, equity, and advocacy. #DisabilityPrideMonth #DEI

The U.S. House passed a budget reconciliation bill on July 3 that will undermine healthcare accessibility and affordability for all Americans, hurting Black and Brown communities, immigrants, low-income individuals, and communities of color in particular. Read now: tinyurl.com/4adww5ta #CivilRights

Our President & Executive Director, Damon Hewitt, will be speaking today at the #GlobalBlackEconomicForum during #EssenceFest to discuss the future of work, wealth, health & democracy —because our future can’t wait. Streaming live at: gbef.com | www.youtube.com/@globalblack... #GBEFHQ25

Happy Independence Day 2025 from the Lawyers’ Committee! Wishing you safe celebrations with loved ones—and a moment to reflect on freedom, democracy, and our rights. #FourthOfJuly #IndependenceDay #CivilRights

On July 2, we honor Justice Thurgood Marshall’s legacy and the 61st anniversary of the Civil Rights Act. 61 years later, civil rights protections are still under attack. We’re fighting to fulfill the Act’s full promise. Learn more and support our cause: tinyurl.com/y4xedue2

🚨 The Senate just passed a dangerous budget bill with VP Vance casting the tiebreaker. It slashes healthcare & food aid, fuels mass detention, and deepens the racial wealth gap. We urge the House to reject it. Read our full statement: tinyurl.com/y9uyy6k7 #CivilRights #BudgetReconciliation

SCOTUS upholds FCC’s Universal Service Fund—a victory for digital equity. “Today, the internet is a key gateway to opportunity, and equitable access is a civil rights issue.” - Gillian Cassell-Stiga, senior counsel of our Digital Justice Initiative @lawyerscomm.bsky.social tinyurl.com/ymyrae74

On June 27, 2025, in a 6–3 decision, the Supreme Court has limited federal courts’ power to issue nationwide injunctions—a move that threatens access to justice and emboldens executive overreach. Read the full statement: tinyurl.com/2nyr4y6y

On June 24, we convened at the historic Andrew W. Mellon Auditorium in Washington, D.C., for our Annual Founders’ Month Gathering 2025: A Call to Consciousness and Action, to honor the founding legacy of the Lawyers’ Committee for Civil Rights Under Law. | Photos: Larry French for AP Images/LCCRUL

62 years of courage. 62 years of action. 62 years of defending justice. Since 1963, the Lawyers’ Committee has stood on the frontlines for Black communities—turning legal strategy into civil rights victories. Explore our legacy and our future: tinyurl.com/4kwuw9hy #62YearsStrong #CivilRights

Today we honor Juneteenth — a reminder of resilience, resistance, and the ongoing fight for racial justice. At the Lawyers’ Committee, we remain committed to advancing equity, dismantling systemic racism, and protecting Black freedom. #Juneteenth #CivilRights

Celebrate #PrideMonth this month with us at the @LawyersComm, where we continue the fight for DEIA and LGBTQ+ rights as key parts of our mission. Join us in our commitment towards LGBTQ+ equality, and our work to uplift the voices of all communities. #PrideMonth #JusticeForAll #EqualRights

Today and every day, we honor the love, strength, and leadership of all fathers and father figures, from every background and walk of life. Wishing you a #HappyFathersDay2025 from the Lawyers’ Committee!

BREAKING: We condemn the arrest of Sen. Alex Padilla at today’s DHS press conference for simply asking a question on immigration. This assault on democracy is unacceptable. We stand with Sen. Padilla. Read our full statement: tinyurl.com/3zkdxfah #Democracy #ImmigrationJustice #CivilRights

“Know your rights. But recognize law enforcement might not respect them in the moment. Getting home safe is the priority.”— Len Kamdang, @lawyerscomm.bsky.social 📌 5 key rights L.A. protesters should know: tinyurl.com/5yj2wfdd #KnowYourRights #CivilRights #ProtestSafety

"This is not the America we know." 8 leading civil rights orgs, incl. @lawyerscomm.bsky.social, denounce federal overreach in Los Angeles. Civil rights orgs stand with LA leaders against the federalization of the National Guard. 📢 Read the joint statement: tinyurl.com/38dhckud #CivilRights

A powerful moment for future civil rights litigators! We were honored to have our President and Executive Director, Damon Hewitt, close out the program with a capstone lecture that left a lasting impact on attendees.

Damon T. Hewitt, president and executive director of the @lawyerscomm.bsky.social, spoke in the @nytimes.com last week about the DOJ abandoning civil rights investigations and police violence against communities of color. Read now: tinyurl.com/ypvtneye #CivilRights #RacialJustice #PoliceReform

This #MemorialDay, we honor those who gave their lives in service and reflect on the long, unfinished fight for equity in the military. We stand with Black, AAPI, Latino, and Indigenous veterans in the ongoing push for justice and equal recognition for all who serve. #EquityInService #CivilRights

Five years after George Floyd’s tragic death, we reaffirm our commitment to racial justice, police accountability, & systemic reform. We honor him not just in mourning—but in action. His life mattered. His legacy endures. Our fight continues. tinyurl.com/y4xedue2 #JusticeForGeorgeFloyd

🚨 Today, a House hearing targets DEI. But behind the scenes, lawmakers are pushing a bill that would devastate college access for millions of students. Let’s break down what’s at stake. ⬇️

Read @LawyersComm Voting Rights Director Robert Weiner’s op-ed from @thehill.com on the administration’s intentional disregard for civil rights, including discrimination within voting rights, and the DOJ’s apparent adherence to its agenda. Read now: tinyurl.com/2aytkfe8 #CivilRights #VotingRights

Seventy-one years after Brown v. Board of Education, we honor its legacy ending segregation in education and affirming that “separate but equal” is inherently unequal. We remain committed to advancing civil rights and education equity. Learn more: tinyurl.com/45keu5n6