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ACLU of Idaho
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The ACLU of Idaho is a nonprofit organization founded to defend & preserve the individual liberties guaranteed to all by the U.S. Constitution & Bill of Rights.
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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...
Text on black background about Sandpoint City Council's decision on LGBTQ+ protections, with a Progress Pride Flag and ACLU Idaho logo. Transcribed Text: Sandpoint City Council removes longstanding discrimination protections for the LGBTQ+ community. Our statement ACLU Idaho
November 21, 2025 at 10:13 PM
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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.
People at a rally holding signs about transgender rights, with text about gender identity over a pink and blue gradient background. Transcribed Text: Everyone deserves safety, no matter our gender identity. TRANS PEOPLE BELONG TRANS RIGHTS ARE HUMAN RIGHTS
November 20, 2025 at 7:37 PM
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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
November 19, 2025 at 6:25 PM
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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
"Transgender people are four times more likely than cisgender people to experience violence." Transcribed Text: "Transgender people are four times more likely than cisgender people to experience violence. Inequality and discrimination against the trans community directly contribute to this statistic. source: Williams Institute at UCLA School of Law"
November 18, 2025 at 7:24 PM
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Trans people are your neighbors, family members, colleagues, and friends.

But most importantly, we are HUMAN.

#Trans #TransAwarenessWeek
Trans people are beautiful, creative, talented, funny, artistic, brilliant, parents, friends, siblings, neighbors, partners, loved ones, needed, loved, brave, inspiring, AND MOST IMPORTANTLY HUMAN.
November 17, 2025 at 2:00 PM
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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.

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We asked a former federal agent to review videos showing use of force against protesters. Here's what he found.
Use of force by federal agents has become a focus of legal disputes as the Trump administration contends the tactics are necessary. Our visual investigation breaks down some of the key moments.
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November 11, 2025 at 7:35 PM
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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.
November 6, 2025 at 9:36 PM
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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.
More Than 170 U.S. Citizens Have Been Held by Immigration Agents. They’ve Been Kicked, Dragged and Detained for Days.
The government does not track how often immigration agents grab citizens. So ProPublica did. Our tally — almost certainly incomplete — includes people who were held for days without a lawyer. And…
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November 6, 2025 at 6:25 PM
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Here’s what you should know about ICE warrants.

Aquí hay algunas cosas que debes saber sobre las órdenes de ICE.
November 4, 2025 at 11:45 PM
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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
A poster stating "Abortion Is Healthcare" with layered text on abortion legalities and a medical professional's image. Transcribed Text: NOVEMBER 7 · BOISE Abortion Is Healthcare Provider Stories from Idaho’s Front Lines WHO KNOWINGLY OR RECKLESSLY PERFORMS OR INDUCES AN ABORTION CRIMINAL ABORTION SHALL BE A FELONY EVERY PERSON WHO PERFORMS AN ABORTION COMMITS THE CRIME OF CRIMINAL ABORTION IMPRISONMENT OF NO LESS THAN TWO YEARS PROFESSIONAL LICENSE SHALL BE SUSPENDED FOR SIX MONTHS PERMANENTLY REVOKED THE PRESENCE OF ANY FETAL HEARTBEAT DAMAGES NOT LESS THAN TWENTY THOUSAND DOLLARS PREBORN HUMAN INDIVIDUAL EXCEPT IN THE CASE OF A MEDICAL EMERGENCY REASONABLE MEDICAL JUDGEMENT THE TIME FACTS KNOWN AT GOOD GOOD GOOD GOOD FAITH FAITH FAITH FAITH I NEED HELP SOMEONE HELP ME MY HOME ISN'T SAFE MY PATIENTS WILL HATE ME I WANT THIS BABY SO MUCH WE DON’T HAVE ENOUGH MONEY I CAN’T TELL ANYONE I'LL NEVER GET AWAY FROM HIM theprovoiceproject.com
October 31, 2025 at 6:09 PM
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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
October 28, 2025 at 9:18 PM
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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.
October 27, 2025 at 9:26 PM
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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.
Four images of children with ages labeled, and the text "The truth we know about Wilder:" along with the ACLU Idaho logo. Transcribed Text: The truth we know about Wilder: 14-year-old 16-year-old 7-year-old 14-year-old 10-year-old
October 25, 2025 at 10:45 PM
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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.
Idaho Familias Assistance Fund
By Idaho Organization of Resource Councils
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October 25, 2025 at 6:15 PM
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📣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:
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Tell Governor Little: We Demand Answers After Innocent Families Were Terrorized in Wilder
We are demanding that Governor Little be accountable to taxpayers for the atrocious events that took place at a family-friendly community event on Sunday, October 19 in Wilder, Idaho.
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October 23, 2025 at 1:11 AM
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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.
Image discussing Governor Little's approval of a controversial operation at a horse racing event, featuring emphasized text and an ACLU Idaho logo. Transcribed Text: Wilder Update: Governor Little approves of the military-style operation that led to the detainment of innocent children and U.S. citizens. In a press release, Governor Little celebrated the events that took place at a family-friendly horse racing event in Wilder, Idaho, which included young children being zip-tied and innocent people being detained for immigration questions. ACLU Idaho Here are the facts →
October 22, 2025 at 1:40 AM
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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
Graphic detailing excessive force and detainments at a Wilder, Idaho event. Transcribed Text: Here’s what we know about yesterday’s events that took place at a family-friendly horse racing event in Wilder, Idaho: • Excessive uses of force were documented, including the detainment of women and children and the use of rubber bullets against unarmed protesters. • Several U.S. citizens were detained by ICE for immigration questions. • Multiple state and federal agencies were involved. ACLU Idaho Text graphic criticizing government actions, with ACLU Idaho logo. Transcribed Text: Let’s call this what it is: A despicable and unacceptable display of force from our government aimed at traumatizing and abusing people in Wilder, and beyond. Events like this cause serious trauma to family members and children who have to watch their parents be detained without explanation. This show of force also deteriorates trust between Idahoans and law enforcement. ACLU Idaho Text on a black background expressing concerns over law enforcement actions, ending with a demand for better accountability. Transcribed Text: No matter what nonviolent illegal activity the agencies suspected was occurring at this event, sending large numbers of heavily armed enforcement agents to terrorize a family-friendly event is unwarranted and several steps too far. We demand better from our elected officials and law enforcement agencies. ACLU Idaho Digital graphic with information on how Idahoans can help, featuring ACLU Idaho's logo. Transcribed Text: What Idahoans can do: Donate to our Idaho Familias Assistance Fund. Support Idaho families who are currently separated from loved ones. Exercise your First Amendment rights. Speak out against these injustices and in support of your immigrant neighbors. We will share more about how you can help in the coming days. ACLU Idaho
October 20, 2025 at 6:22 PM
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If you're protesting today, be sure to know your rights.
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If you're taking to the streets to protest today, know your rights.
"KNOW YOUR PROTEST RIGHTS You don’t need a permit to protest in response to breaking news and you don’t need a permit to march in the streets or along sidewalks, as long as you’re not obstructing traffic or access to buildings. When you are lawfully present in any public space, you have the right to photograph anything in plain view, including federal buildings and the police. If you believe your rights have been violated, when you can, write down everything you remember, get contact information for witnesses, and take photographs of any injuries. If you get stopped by the police, ask if you’re free to go. If they say yes, calmly walk away. If you get arrested, you have a right to ask why. Otherwise, say you wish to remain silent and ask for a lawyer immediately. Don’t sign, say or agree to anything without a lawyer present. If you get stopped by a member of the military or any law enforcement office at a protest, you have the right to remain silent or to tell them that you’ll only answer questions in the presence of an attorney — no matter your citizenship or immigration status."
October 20, 2025 at 5:37 PM
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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.
October 19, 2025 at 9:43 PM
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Power to the people ✊
October 19, 2025 at 7:29 PM
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We the people will not be silenced.

#NoKingsIdaho #NoKings
Large crowd of thousands of people gather to protest for No Kings day in Boise, Idaho.
October 19, 2025 at 5:03 PM
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“Everyone here proves democracy still has a pulse,” speaker and American Civil Liberties Union of Idaho board member Sam Linnet said. #NoKings
Thousands of Idahoans turn out for Boise's anti-Trump No Kings protest at state Capitol building • Idaho Capital Sun
Saturday’s Boise, Idaho, No Kings protest coincided with hundreds of other No Kings rallies held in cities across the country.
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October 18, 2025 at 9:15 PM
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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.
Know Your Rights, Share Your Rights
Read the full Know Your Rights resource on protesters' rights here. If you're ready to share what you've learned, we've created graphics outlining your protest rights that you can download and share on social media.
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October 16, 2025 at 9:24 PM
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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.
October 16, 2025 at 11:49 PM
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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 🏳️‍⚧️
October 15, 2025 at 11:14 PM