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Featuring CDT’s Kevin Bankston and a cross-sector lineup. Space is limited. RSVP now! cdt.org/event/public-f…

AI is reshaping the internet — for better and worse. Join CDT and Georgetown Law on March 26 for a public forum on internet scraping, AI, and what it means for the future of an open and accessible web. 📍 Georgetown Law Gewirz Student Center (DC) 🕘 9:00–11:30 AM (doors at 8:30)

📺 CDT CEO Alexandra Reeve Givens joins FOX 5 Atlanta to discuss how teens are interacting with AI and what responsible tech design should look like in a world where digital tools shape real‑world behavior. Watch the full interview here 👉 fox5atlanta.com/video/fmc-1xcq…

With the New Year just hours away, please consider supporting CDT. Your donation helps us defend civil rights, advance responsible AI, guide policymakers, and protect independent federal agencies. Give today: cdt.org/2025yearend1/

As 2025 ends, we’re filled with gratitude for CDT’s partners and supporters. Your generosity helps us defend people’s rights and a resilient democracy in this digital age. Wishing you a joyful holiday season and heartfelt thanks for standing with us! ☃️

CDT’s Travis Hall in the New York Times: “The president cannot pre-empt state laws through an executive order, full stop. Pre-emption is a question for Congress, which they have considered and rejected, and should continue to reject.” nytimes.com/2025/12/08/us/…

The GUARD Act: Targets speech based on style, not content Blocks access to lawful info for adults & minors Mandates invasive ID checks + undermine privacy Read the full analysis: 👉 cdt.org/insights/three…

NEW BLOG: The GUARD Act would regulate how minors interact with AI chatbots—but its sweeping bans and mandatory age checks threaten lawful expression, anonymous access, and privacy for everyone. CDT’s Becca Branum breaks down why we should be concerned: cdt.org/insights/three…

“Children are the pioneers—and guinea pigs—of artificial intelligence. American teenagers are more likely than their parents to use [AI] at home and more likely to use it at school than their parents are at work, according to a survey by CDT.” economist.com/briefing/2025/…

Inspired by Dr. Cranor’s Privacy Illustrated project, the book shows how kids experience privacy in concrete, meaningful ways. A great resource for parents & teachers. cups.cs.cmu.edu/privacyillustr…

Congratulations to CDT Board Member Lorrie Cranor for publishing a new children’s book: Privacy, Please! It’s a warm, engaging introduction to privacy for kids ages 4–6, helping young readers understand personal space, boundaries, and staying safe online. privacypleasebook.com

Thank you for making this #GivingTuesday a success! Your support helps CDT protect civil rights and civil liberties in the digital age—from responsible AI and online privacy to defending free expression. We couldn’t do it without you! 💙

As CDT has noted, ICE’s use of facial recognition in the field raises risks to civil rights & liberties. Its treatment as definitive identifications is reckless & likely to cause citizens & lawful residents to be improperly detained. More from the letter: techpolicy.press/ices-reckless-…

CDT + civil society groups sent a letter to the DHS Chief Privacy Officer to highlight the serious dangers of ICE’s field use of facial recognition and press for additional information on this surveillance system. Read the letter: cdt.org/insights/cdt-j…

Hear from experts on what effective, inclusive oversight looks like in practice—from who needs to be involved to how agencies can create the conditions for real accountability. Don’t miss it—register now (login info in confirmation email): cdt.org/event/human-ov…

STARTING NOW: Join CDT and the Benefits Tech Advocacy Hub today at 1 PM ET for a discussion on how to ensure AI supports—not harms—people who rely on critical services. cdt.org/event/human-ov…

Today is #GivingTuesday! CDT is working to ensure innovation respects your rights—from defending free expression and online privacy, to advancing responsible AI, to preparing for the 2026 elections. Support CDT today with a gift of any size. cdt.org/2025givingtues…

Follow along as Kate Ruane lays out CDT’s vision for evidence-based, rights-respecting online safety policy—advancing solutions that protect all children while upholding civil liberties. 📺 Watch the hearing live at 10:15 ET: youtu.be/3h_YnZdSLCA

Real online safety for kids requires strong privacy laws, protecting youth free expression, limiting intrusive age checks, and policies shaped by minors’ real experiences. Read Ruane’s full testimony: cdt.org/insights/cdts-…

TODAY: CDT’s Free Expression Project Director, Kate Ruane, is testifying before the House Energy & Commerce CMT Subcommittee in a hearing on “Legislative Solutions to Protect Children and Teens Online.” energycommerce.house.gov/events/cmt-sub…