Senator Rand Paul has criticized U.S. military strikes carried out without congressional authorization and expressed concern that such operations can result in killing people without due process, including in counter-narcotics operations.
October 25, 2025
high
policy
Reflects Paul's stated civil-liberties and oversight concerns regarding unauthorized military actions and counter-narcotics operations.
The First Amendment to the United States Constitution protects individuals' rights to free speech, including the right to engage in peaceful protest.
October 23, 2025
high
legal_principle
General constitutional protection for speech and peaceful assembly in the United States.
The Fourth Amendment to the United States Constitution protects individuals against unreasonable seizures and the use of excessive force by government agents.
October 23, 2025
high
legal_principle
General constitutional protection governing searches, seizures, and use of force in the United States.
Press freedom organizations commonly assert that restrictions limiting journalists' independent newsgathering can stifle a free press and may expose journalists to legal risk for doing their jobs.
October 15, 2025
high
normative
Summarizes a recurring criticism from advocacy groups about media access restrictions imposed by government bodies.