EFF is in the news for defending digital rights amid rising government surveillance, censorship, and privacy battles. Founded in 1990, they fight for internet civil liberties.
On October 3, 2025, Apple removed ICEBlock, an iPhone app that allowed users to anonymously report Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) activity, citing law enforcement concerns over safety risks. The removal followed a deadly shooting at a Dallas ICE facility and pressure from the Trump administration. ICEBlock's creator and digital rights advocates criticized the move as government overreach and a threat to free speech.
A federal lawsuit filed in New York challenges the US Education Department's decision to revoke funding for city schools over policies supporting transgender students. The suit argues the department's actions violate civil rights laws and ignore prior confirmations of compliance. The case highlights ongoing disputes over gender policies in education.