The States United Democracy Center Submits Bipartisan Testimony to House Select Committee to Investigate the January 6th Attack on the United States Capitol
6.23.2022 Former Republican and Democratic Governors, State Attorneys General, and Secretaries of State Stress That…
States United’s Bipartisan Testimony to the January 6th Select Committee
The attack that occurred on January 6, 2021, was not an isolated event involving random protestors. Rather, it was the logical next step in a continuing anti-democracy movement, instigated and fomented by various people, including former President Donald Trump, which was put into motion years earlier.
The January 6 Hearings: Wisconsin Spotlight
Updated June 13, 2022 Background: The United States House Select Committee to Investigate the January…
The January 6 Hearings: Michigan Spotlight
Updated June 13, 2022 Background: The United States House Select Committee to Investigate the January…
The January 6 Hearings: Georgia Spotlight
Updated June 13, 2022 Background: The United States House Select Committee to Investigate the January…
The January 6 Hearings: Pennsylvania Spotlight
Updated June 13, 2022 Background: The U.S. House Select Committee to Investigate the January 6th…
The January 6 Hearings: Arizona Spotlight
Updated June 13, 2022 Background: The United States House Select Committee to Investigate the January…
The January 6 Hearings
The U.S. House Select Committee to Investigate the January 6th Attack on the United States Capitol (January 6 Select Committee) is holding oversight hearings in June 2022. It will present public testimony, evidence, and analysis relating to the January 6, 2021 attack, its run-up, and its aftermath. The attack and effort to undermine the will of the American voters did not happen in a vacuum.
Threats to Election Officials: Informational Guide for Law Enforcement
Across the country, hundreds of thousands of people play a role in administering our elections, keeping them free, fair, and safe. These are the public servants and community leaders who make American democracy work—from governors and secretaries of state, to local and county officials, to temporary workers staffing the polls.
New Report Reveals State Legislative Election Subversion Trend Accelerating and Evolving
5.19.2022 In 2022, 229 bills have been introduced in 33 states that politicize, criminalize, and…
Georgetown Law’s ICAP and the States United Democracy Center Release A First Amendment Guide to Aid Law Enforcement Agencies’ Efforts to Counter Bigotry and Extremism Within Their Ranks
4.28.2022 The guidance equips law enforcement agencies with a deeper understanding of First Amendment considerations…
Countering Bigotry and Extremism in the Ranks: A First Amendment Guide for Law Enforcement Agencies
The overwhelming majority of law enforcement officers serve their communities with honor, integrity, and respect for the oath they took to serve and protect. Americans across the political spectrum are grateful for their work and dedication.
Amicus Brief: Thompson et al. v. Trump et al., Swalwell v. Trump et al., and Blassingame v. Trump
On July 28, 2021, States United Democracy Center represented Jared Holt, resident fellow of the…
United States District Court for the District of Columbia
D.C. AG Racine Files Lawsuit to Hold January 6 Insurrectionists Accountable & Stand Up for Harmed District Law Enforcement Officers
12.15.2021 States United to Serve as Pro Bono Counsel in the First Civil Lawsuit Filed…
District of Columbia v. Proud Boys Intl., LLC & Oath Keepers, et. al. – Additional Defendant Information
Defendant Ryan Ashlock (Amended Complaint Para. 13) Ashlock is a resident and citizen of the…
United States District Court for the District of Columbia
District of Columbia v. Proud Boys Intl., LLC & Oath Keepers – January 6 (DC)
On December 13, 2021, District of Columbia Attorney General Karl Racine is filed a lawsuit on behalf of the District of Columbia…
United States District Court for the District of Columbia
NEW: States United Democracy Center, Law Forward Outline Legal Risks and Concerns Created by Third-Party Election Reviews in Wisconsin
9.24.2021 Letter to County and Municipal Election Officials Details Potential State and Federal Election Security…
NEW LETTER: Georgia Secretary of State Brad Raffensperger’s Recent Threat to Dismantle Fulton County Board of Elections Raises Serious Legal Concerns
9.20.2021 Washington, D.C. — Today, States United Democracy Center, Protect Democracy, and Law Forward sent…