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A New Phase in Civil Liberties Advocacy: Where We’ve Been and Where We’re Going
For decades, the ACLU of New Mexico has worked alongside communities to defend civil liberties and expand the promise of the constitution. Today, with fundamental freedoms under intensifying attack and the stakes for our democracy higher than ever, that work has never been more urgent.
Mar 18, 2026
Your Questions Answered: Filming ICE Interactions Safely
Despite government attacks against protesters and the press, documenting interactions with law enforcement and federal agents is protected by the First Amendment. ACLU experts break down what you need to know.
Feb 25, 2026
Ring Superbowl Ad Shows Americans How Powerful Surveillance Systems Have Become, Freaks Them Out
Think twice about sending video from your home to companies, and possibly police and hackers
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Feb 24, 2026
Congress Must Rein in ICE to Improve the State of the Union
President Donald Trump will likely celebrate a false sense of success in his State of the Union address. There’s strength in this union, but not the way the president thinks.
Feb 11, 2026
Don’t Turn Back: Protecting New Mexico’s Progress on Youth Justice
One‑size‑fits‑all sentencing has never produced safety, and it won’t start now.
Jan 16, 2026
Previewing The Fight for Freedom, Safety, and Privacy at the Roundhouse
As we approach the start of this year’s legislative session on January 20th, our fundamental freedoms are under unprecedented attack nationwide. During this challenging time, we are ready to fight for the rights and freedoms of all New Mexicans.
Dec 19, 2025
A New Mexican Father Was Ripped Away From His Family After This New Mexico Agency Illegally Coordinated With ICE
Juan Lamas Aguilar has been held at the Torrance County Detention Facility since July 10.
Dec 11, 2025
Detained Immigrants Detail Physical Abuse and Inhumane Conditions at Largest Immigration Detention Center in the U.S.
In a letter calling to end immigration detention at Fort Bliss, interviews with 45 people report physical and sexual abuse, medical neglect, and intimidation to self-deport.
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