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BREAKING NEWS >> The U.S. Supreme Court will decide on the legality of Trump Admin efforts to roll back birthright citizenship.
Get the facts on birthright citizenship, the 14th Amendment, and how this ended up at the nation's highest court: https://bit.ly/4pFdSzz
Get the facts on birthright citizenship, the 14th Amendment, and how this ended up at the nation's highest court: https://bit.ly/4pFdSzz
December 5, 2025 at 7:34 PM
BREAKING NEWS >> The U.S. Supreme Court will decide on the legality of Trump Admin efforts to roll back birthright citizenship.
Get the facts on birthright citizenship, the 14th Amendment, and how this ended up at the nation's highest court: https://bit.ly/4pFdSzz
Get the facts on birthright citizenship, the 14th Amendment, and how this ended up at the nation's highest court: https://bit.ly/4pFdSzz
Did you know? 74% of Americans prefer that the president work with Congress to pass legislation rather than enact policy changes through executive orders.
https://wherethingsstand.talkingpointsmemo.com/i/180554313/americans-want-congress-to-legislate-not-trump
https://wherethingsstand.talkingpointsmemo.com/i/180554313/americans-want-congress-to-legislate-not-trump
December 5, 2025 at 12:26 AM
Did you know? 74% of Americans prefer that the president work with Congress to pass legislation rather than enact policy changes through executive orders.
https://wherethingsstand.talkingpointsmemo.com/i/180554313/americans-want-congress-to-legislate-not-trump
https://wherethingsstand.talkingpointsmemo.com/i/180554313/americans-want-congress-to-legislate-not-trump
In the first 100 days of his second term, President Trump issued 143 executive orders—7.2x the historical average.
Read our new report to learn more: https://statesunited.org/resources/executive-order-report/
Read our new report to learn more: https://statesunited.org/resources/executive-order-report/
December 3, 2025 at 12:49 AM
In the first 100 days of his second term, President Trump issued 143 executive orders—7.2x the historical average.
Read our new report to learn more: https://statesunited.org/resources/executive-order-report/
Read our new report to learn more: https://statesunited.org/resources/executive-order-report/
NEW >> Since returning to office, President Trump has issued 217 executive orders, far more than any president in history. The volume and pace of those issued suggests a governing style that relies heavily on unilateral action and side-stepping Congress.
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December 2, 2025 at 8:55 PM
NEW >> Since returning to office, President Trump has issued 217 executive orders, far more than any president in history. The volume and pace of those issued suggests a governing style that relies heavily on unilateral action and side-stepping Congress.
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NEW >> States United filed an amicus brief on behalf of 34 retired senior military leaders, including former heads of the Navy and Army, in a case challenging the president’s deployment of the D.C. National Guard and out-of-state Guard troops to the nation’s capital.
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December 2, 2025 at 4:22 PM
NEW >> States United filed an amicus brief on behalf of 34 retired senior military leaders, including former heads of the Navy and Army, in a case challenging the president’s deployment of the D.C. National Guard and out-of-state Guard troops to the nation’s capital.
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Free speech and free press are cornerstone values in our democracy. Americans do not support attacks on a free press.
Explore our recent survey:
https://statesunited.org/resources/critical-press-survey/
Explore our recent survey:
https://statesunited.org/resources/critical-press-survey/
November 28, 2025 at 8:05 PM
Free speech and free press are cornerstone values in our democracy. Americans do not support attacks on a free press.
Explore our recent survey:
https://statesunited.org/resources/critical-press-survey/
Explore our recent survey:
https://statesunited.org/resources/critical-press-survey/
Democracy depends on all of us. We’re grateful to all of the people who work to protect it every day.
November 27, 2025 at 2:57 PM
Democracy depends on all of us. We’re grateful to all of the people who work to protect it every day.
LATEST >> 10 Secretaries of State are looking for answers from DOJ & DHS on federal uses of voter data. “We are deeply concerned about the inconsistent & misleading information that Secretaries have received [...] and with the potential lack of compliance with federal law.”
November 22, 2025 at 12:54 AM
LATEST >> 10 Secretaries of State are looking for answers from DOJ & DHS on federal uses of voter data. “We are deeply concerned about the inconsistent & misleading information that Secretaries have received [...] and with the potential lack of compliance with federal law.”
BREAKING >> In a new amicus brief, leading experts warn that the political motivations behind the prosecution of New York Attorney General Letitia James is yet another dangerous sign of democratic backsliding and a threat to the rule of law.
statesunited.org/james-amicus/
statesunited.org/james-amicus/
November 14, 2025 at 9:37 PM
BREAKING >> In a new amicus brief, leading experts warn that the political motivations behind the prosecution of New York Attorney General Letitia James is yet another dangerous sign of democratic backsliding and a threat to the rule of law.
statesunited.org/james-amicus/
statesunited.org/james-amicus/
Today, we honor America’s veterans – individuals who answered the call to serve and defend our democracy. We owe them a debt of gratitude for all they have given and recommit to honoring that legacy every day. 🇺🇸
November 11, 2025 at 2:31 PM
Today, we honor America’s veterans – individuals who answered the call to serve and defend our democracy. We owe them a debt of gratitude for all they have given and recommit to honoring that legacy every day. 🇺🇸
Today, the Supreme Court heard oral arguments in a case challenging the legality of Trump’s sweeping tariffs. Lower courts have previously found that the president did not have the legal authority to impose them after a dozen state AGs sued.
www.reuters.com/world/us/sup...
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November 5, 2025 at 11:52 PM
Today, the Supreme Court heard oral arguments in a case challenging the legality of Trump’s sweeping tariffs. Lower courts have previously found that the president did not have the legal authority to impose them after a dozen state AGs sued.
www.reuters.com/world/us/sup...
www.reuters.com/world/us/sup...
There’s no such thing as an off year when it comes to our elections. Millions of Americans across the country have already made their voices heard through early, mail-in, and absentee voting. Join them by voting in-person today on Election Day! 🗳️🇺🇸
November 4, 2025 at 4:25 PM
There’s no such thing as an off year when it comes to our elections. Millions of Americans across the country have already made their voices heard through early, mail-in, and absentee voting. Join them by voting in-person today on Election Day! 🗳️🇺🇸
Not all heroes wear capes – some safeguard our democracy. Today, we’re proud to celebrate our state and local election officials, their staff, and the poll workers who make free, fair, and secure elections possible. #ThankYouElectionHeroes
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November 3, 2025 at 7:35 PM
Not all heroes wear capes – some safeguard our democracy. Today, we’re proud to celebrate our state and local election officials, their staff, and the poll workers who make free, fair, and secure elections possible. #ThankYouElectionHeroes
www.electionheroday.org
www.electionheroday.org
This month, and all year long, we’re celebrating Native voters, leaders, and their contributions to our democracy. Happy #NativeAmericanHeritageMonth!
November 1, 2025 at 1:49 PM
This month, and all year long, we’re celebrating Native voters, leaders, and their contributions to our democracy. Happy #NativeAmericanHeritageMonth!
The voices of former military leaders carry weight across party lines, especially in national security circles. @vetvoicefoundation.bsky.social's @janessagoldbeck.bsky.social explains why they’re speaking out in an amicus brief opposing National Guard deployment.
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October 29, 2025 at 6:32 PM
The voices of former military leaders carry weight across party lines, especially in national security circles. @vetvoicefoundation.bsky.social's @janessagoldbeck.bsky.social explains why they’re speaking out in an amicus brief opposing National Guard deployment.
statesunited.org/resources/or...
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#VoteEarlyDay is a reminder that Election Day is the LAST day to vote, not the first. @voteearlyday.bsky.social is here to provide access to all the tools voters need to make their voices heard.
www.voteearlyday.org
www.voteearlyday.org
October 28, 2025 at 4:22 PM
#VoteEarlyDay is a reminder that Election Day is the LAST day to vote, not the first. @voteearlyday.bsky.social is here to provide access to all the tools voters need to make their voices heard.
www.voteearlyday.org
www.voteearlyday.org
When National Guard troops are deployed in cities, Americans often can’t tell them apart from local law enforcement & that confusion threatens public safety says @joannalydgate.bsky.social. "It will make communities less safe,” adds @vetvoicefoundation.bsky.social CEO @janessagoldbeck.bsky.social.
October 27, 2025 at 5:22 PM
When National Guard troops are deployed in cities, Americans often can’t tell them apart from local law enforcement & that confusion threatens public safety says @joannalydgate.bsky.social. "It will make communities less safe,” adds @vetvoicefoundation.bsky.social CEO @janessagoldbeck.bsky.social.
The President is deploying National Guard troops without the consent of states’ governors & against the wishes of local law enforcement. We're working with @vetvoicefoundation.bsky.social & retired military leaders to push back. "It's highly partisan & political," says @janessagoldbeck.bsky.social.
October 22, 2025 at 8:07 PM
The President is deploying National Guard troops without the consent of states’ governors & against the wishes of local law enforcement. We're working with @vetvoicefoundation.bsky.social & retired military leaders to push back. "It's highly partisan & political," says @janessagoldbeck.bsky.social.
Today and every day, we’re proud to celebrate Indigenous voters, leaders, and communities and the vital role they play in our democracy. #IndigenousPeoplesDay
October 13, 2025 at 1:53 PM
Today and every day, we’re proud to celebrate Indigenous voters, leaders, and communities and the vital role they play in our democracy. #IndigenousPeoplesDay
A new survey shows that 70% of Americans say local law enforcement is best suited to handle crime in their communities. Almost no one (1%) says that another state’s Guard is the best fit for the job.
READ MORE:
https://statesunited.org/resources/survey-local-law-enforcement/
READ MORE:
https://statesunited.org/resources/survey-local-law-enforcement/
October 8, 2025 at 11:58 PM
A new survey shows that 70% of Americans say local law enforcement is best suited to handle crime in their communities. Almost no one (1%) says that another state’s Guard is the best fit for the job.
READ MORE:
https://statesunited.org/resources/survey-local-law-enforcement/
READ MORE:
https://statesunited.org/resources/survey-local-law-enforcement/
It’s the start of National Voter Education Week! Get practical steps to register, understand your ballot, and find your polling place at www.nationalvotereducationweek.org.
October 6, 2025 at 8:49 PM
It’s the start of National Voter Education Week! Get practical steps to register, understand your ballot, and find your polling place at www.nationalvotereducationweek.org.
"The vast majority of Americans are good. And that means the vast majority of Democrats are good & Republicans are good. They condemn this lawlessness, this violence. [...] As Americans, we have to step up. And as leaders, we have to calm this rhetoric down." — Gov. Kevin Stitt of Oklahoma (R)
October 1, 2025 at 9:48 PM
"The vast majority of Americans are good. And that means the vast majority of Democrats are good & Republicans are good. They condemn this lawlessness, this violence. [...] As Americans, we have to step up. And as leaders, we have to calm this rhetoric down." — Gov. Kevin Stitt of Oklahoma (R)
National Voter Registration Month is about using the power of your vote to shape our democracy’s future. As our bipartisan advisory board member Kim Wyman reminds us, the first step is simple: register to vote.
September 30, 2025 at 4:21 PM
National Voter Registration Month is about using the power of your vote to shape our democracy’s future. As our bipartisan advisory board member Kim Wyman reminds us, the first step is simple: register to vote.
The U.S. Department of Justice is pressuring state officials to release sensitive voter registration data traditionally safeguarded to protect voters’ information and maintain election security. Nevada Secretary of State Cisco Aguilar says the demand is concerning and, so far, unjustified.
September 29, 2025 at 11:17 PM
The U.S. Department of Justice is pressuring state officials to release sensitive voter registration data traditionally safeguarded to protect voters’ information and maintain election security. Nevada Secretary of State Cisco Aguilar says the demand is concerning and, so far, unjustified.
The DOJ's demands for comprehensive voter data in Michigan and some two dozen other states is "unprecedented" and an "example of federal overreach" that, if successful, could put voters' sensitive personal data at risk, said @michigansos.bsky.social.
www.freep.com/story/news/p...
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September 29, 2025 at 6:47 PM
The DOJ's demands for comprehensive voter data in Michigan and some two dozen other states is "unprecedented" and an "example of federal overreach" that, if successful, could put voters' sensitive personal data at risk, said @michigansos.bsky.social.
www.freep.com/story/news/p...
www.freep.com/story/news/p...