TORTURE & ABUSE
ACLU Obtains Key Memos Authorizing CIA Torture Methods
The documents show the use of "national security" as a shield to protect government officials from embarrassment, criticism and possibly prosecution.
> Blog: Lame-Duck AG Wants New Declaration of War
> Documents Released by the CIA and Justice Department

ABUSE OF POWER
ACLU Hails Hearing on "Imperial Presidency"
The House Judiciary Committee is expected to discuss various constitutional issues, including warrantless wiretapping, overreaching presidential signing statements and use of various privileges including the claim of state secrets to block investigations and judicial oversight.
> Blog: 10 Years of Litigation Ought to Be Enough

WOMEN'S RIGHTS
New Jersey Superior Court Bars Corrections Department From Sending More Women to Men's Prison
The court also granted the plaintiffs' request to pursue their claims as a class action, and denied a motion by the corrections department to terminate the case.