Brennan Center for Justice

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ICE Wants to Go After Dissenters as well as Immigrants

The Trump administration is being open about its plans to violate Americans’ First and Fourth Amendment rights.

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Analysis // December 3, 2025

Trump’s Push to Redefine Who Counts as American
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Explainer // August 9, 2025

Gerrymandering Explained
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Explainer // August 11, 2025

What Is Political Corruption and What Can We Do About It?

We have solutions for democracy’s most pressing problems.

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Voting & Elections

Reform Money in Politics

Money in Politics

Protect & Liberty Security

Government Power

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The Brennan Center for Justice strengthens American democracy through research, advocacy, and public education.

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Expert Brief // August 3, 2025

The Trump Administration’s Campaign to Undermine the Next Election
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Explainer // January 29, 2025

Citizens United, Explained
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Policy Solution // October 2, 2024

Limiting the Military’s Role in Law Enforcement
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Contributors // August 19, 2024

Why Term Limits for Supreme Court Justices Make Sense

Informed citizens are democracy’s best defense.

The Court Needs to Explain Its Shadow Docket Rulings
The Truth About Bail Reform

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