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U.S. Sanctions Chill Human Rights Advocacy | San Antonio News
Two human rights groups are suing the Trump administration over sanctions targeting the International Criminal Court, arguing the measures illegally silence their advocacy for Palestinians and violate free speech. The U.S. restrictions, which ban any interaction with ICC entities, have created a chilling effect, forcing groups to self-censor to avoid fines or jail time. The lawsuit challenges the administration’s stance that the ICC’s investigation into alleged war crimes in Gaza — including arrest warrants for Israeli leaders — is illegitimate. Critics say the sanctions are unconstitutional…
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