Applaud Judge Walton for Upholding the Rule of Law

We applaud U.S. District Judge Reggie Walton for his powerful and principled decision declaring President Trump's firings of Privacy and Civil Liberties Oversight Board (PCLOB) members unlawful.

Judge Walton’s ruling reaffirms what so many Americans know to be true: independent oversight is essential to a healthy democracy. His decision ensures that the PCLOB — established after 9/11 to safeguard our civil liberties while monitoring counterterrorism efforts — cannot be dismantled by executive overreach.

Trump’s removal of board members was a blatant attempt to undermine bipartisan accountability and transparency. Judge Walton’s clear message is that no president is above the law — and that protecting civil liberties must remain a cornerstone of our national security work.

Add your name to thank Judge Walton for standing up for checks and balances, civil liberties, and independent oversight. His decision is a win for our democracy, and a reminder that the Constitution still holds strong.