On The Front Lines

Everyday The Rutherford Institute is waging a battle to protect the human rights and civil liberties of all people. Whether challenging undue government suppression of civil liberties in the courts or calling upon political leaders to strengthen their commitment to universal moral values, The Rutherford Institute works tirelessly to maintain the rights enshrined in the Constitution, and regain those that have been lost to government intrusion.

On the Front Lines (Rutherford Press Alerts) will keep you abreast of the most recent actions The Rutherford Institute has undertaken in its fight for human rights and civil liberties. From pending litigation to victories for human rights and civil liberties, On the Front Lines is the place to find information on the most pressing issues of the day. The Rutherford Institute is waging for our rights in the courts and beyond. On The Front Lines will keep you up-to-date on the crucial battles

Recent Articles

February 27, 2026

When Worship Makes You a Target: ICE Raids in Churches Pose Significant Threat to First Amendment & Religious Liberty

An executive order by President Trump has laid the groundwork for armed federal agents to raid sacred spaces during worship services under the pretext of immigration enforcement operations. When people of faith must weigh the menace of the police state against their desire to worship, religious liberty is under attack.

February 20, 2026

Supreme Court Rules President Cannot Tax by Decree, Strikes Down Use of ‘Emergency’ Powers to Impose Billions in Stealth Tariff Taxes

In a major rebuke of presidential power, the U.S. Supreme Court ruled 6–3 that President Trump cannot impose billions of dollars in tariffs on the American people by declaring a national emergency. At stake was a key constitutional question: Who has the power to tax — Congress or the president?