April 1, 2026

IJ Makes Headlines

Press conference on stone steps of government building with speaker at podium surrounded by supporters facing reporters and cameras

These articles and editorials are just a sample of favorable local and national pieces IJ secured in the weeks prior to the release of the April issue of Liberty & Law.

By getting our message out in print, radio, broadcast, and online media, we show the real-world consequences of government restrictions on individual liberty—and make the case for change to judges, legislators and regulators, and the general public.

January 10, 2026

He Filed A Permit For An Addition To His Home, Then The City Requested Half His Front Yard

January 14, 2026

Federal Judge Casts Doubts On Court Challenge To Norfolk’s Flock Camera System

January 23, 2026

Controversial YIMBY Activist Says State Bar Is Investigating Her

February 6, 2026

Feds Seized Her Dad’s Life Savings At The Airport. Now She’s Suing.

February 6, 2026

Obscure Oklahoma Law At Center Of New Lawsuit From Custom Casket Business

February 10, 2026

Brookside Accepts Settlement, Including $1.5 Million Compensation Proposal

February 18, 2026

When Police Can Keep Seized Cash, Abuse Follows

February 24, 2026

Newton Wrongly Arrested Man Who Called Officials ‘Fascist,’ Judge Says

February 25, 2026

US Citizen, Army Veteran Detained By ICE Challenges Federal Officers’ ‘Absolute Immunity’

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Brookside’s policing-for-profit scheme victimized many innocent motorists, including IJ clients Chekeithia Grant (left) and Alexis Thomas (right).

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Victory For Accountability In Brookside

April 1, 2026

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Detention Before Lunch

April 1, 2026

Protecting established interests from competition is not a legitimate use of government power, so UPSIDE Foods and founder Uma Valeti have partnered with IJ to push back on Florida's economic protectionism.

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First-Round Victory For Food Startups In Texas

April 1, 2026

Fernie Madrid stands with crossed arms in an arid landscape with weathered fence posts and sparse vegetation under clear blue sky

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IJ Takes On Small-Town Tyrants

April 1, 2026

IJ’s excessive fines cases have represented people from all walks of life as they face debilitating financial penalties, the loss of their cars, and even the seizure of a plane.

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Despite Setback, Opportunities Abound In IJ’s Excessive Fines Work

April 1, 2026

The Macedonia Baptist Church, along with other home and business owners whose properties have been blighted by the government, is teaming up with the Institute for Justice to launch a federal lawsuit. Sam Washington, the church trustee responsible for its property transactions, speaks on behalf of the church regarding the lawsuit.

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Happy Warriors At The Podium

April 1, 2026

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The Future Of Educational Choice Is In Good Hands

April 1, 2026

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With Cities Work, Cities Are Embracing The IJ Way

April 1, 2026

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Yes In My Bar Association: Americans Are Free To Critique The Government

April 1, 2026

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Burying Oklahoma’s Casket Cartel Once and For All

April 1, 2026

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