Press Releases

The American Civil Liberties Union has media staff available to handle inquiries from journalists on issues affecting civil liberties, including questions on legislative matters that touch on civil liberties and constitutional freedoms and inquiries related to ACLU lawsuits. Reporters with questions about ACLU work, please contact media@aclum.org.

Oct 31, 2022

Boston implements new surveillance oversight ordinance

A City of Boston working group established by the 2021 surveillance technology oversight ordinance today released recommendations to increase transparency, accountability, and engagement regarding the City’s use of technology that can implicate personal privacy. 
Issue Areas: Privacy and Surveillance
Oct 13, 2022

Texas sheriff signs U visa certifications for migrants flown to Martha's Vineyard

The Bexar County Sheriff’s Office has signed U visa certifications for the 49 migrants flown to Martha’s Vineyard. These certifications are an acknowledgment of the wrongs done to our clients and a crucial step in helping them to chart their path forward.
Issue Areas: Immigrants' Rights
Oct 06, 2022

ACLU of Massachusetts statement on executive order pardoning people with federal convictions for simple marijuana possession

Because of this executive action, thousands of people haunted by a criminal conviction now have the possibility of fewer barriers to housing, employment, education, and stability.
Issue Areas: Criminal Law Reform
Sep 22, 2022

ACLU statement on U.S. motion to dismiss federal charges against Judge Joseph

Judicial independence is an indispensable principle in our legal system, and we are pleased that steps are being taken now to uphold that principle.
Issue Areas: Immigrants' Rights
Sep 19, 2022

ACLU of Massachusetts files lawsuit seeking Trump “declassification order”

The ACLU of Massachusetts filed a public records lawsuit to gather information about whether former President Donald Trump lied when he recently asserted the existence of a declassification “standing order” for materials he removed from the Oval Office.
Issue Areas: Government Transparency
Sep 15, 2022

ACLU statement on states sending migrants to Massachusetts

Carol Rose, executive director of the ACLU of Massachusetts, released a statement in response to reports that migrants were flown to Martha's Vineyard from Florida and Texas.
Issue Areas: Immigrants' Rights
Sep 12, 2022

ACLU of Massachusetts launches new podcast on technology and the future of civil liberties

In the face of unprecedented threats to our democracy, "Freedom Unfinished" explores how each of us can protect civil rights and civil liberties in the digital era.
Issue Areas: Privacy and Surveillance
Sep 07, 2022

ACLU statement on Massachusetts voter turnout in sheriff primaries

The "Know Your Sheriff" campaign has contributed to a meaningful conversation about the life-changing impacts sheriffs have on people, and the power of voters to demand safer communities for all.
Issue Areas: Criminal Law Reform
Aug 23, 2022

ACLU, Boston Public Library launch voter education series on sheriffs, district attorneys

Through this partnership with the Boston Public Library and our public education campaigns, we want voters to know: Our key civil liberties are on the ballot this fall, and we must all make our voices heard at the ballot box.
Issue Areas: Criminal Law Reform