Twelve students from Department of Defense Education Activity schools are suing the Department of Defense, claiming their First Amendment rights were violated by recent book bans and curriculum changes. The federal suit, filed April 15 in Virginia, follows executive orders signed by former President Donald Trump in January 2025. Removed materials reportedly include content on Native American history, slavery, gender identity, and AP Psychology. The ACLU of Virginia and ACLU of Kentucky represent the students.
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