US Schools See Surge in Nonfiction Book Bans
US public schools see rise in nonfiction book bans, targeting activist themes & diverse content. Legislative actions also impact educational funding.
08 May 2026
US public schools see rise in nonfiction book bans, targeting activist themes & diverse content. Legislative actions also impact educational funding.
States are adjusting school and library material policies. Some refine definitions, others fail restrictive laws, showing an evolving regulatory environment.
Legal challenges to book restrictions in schools and libraries are advancing in multiple states, citing First and Fourteenth Amendment violations.
Iran internet blackout has lasted weeks, isolating millions and disrupting commerce as some turn to banned Starlink terminals amid severe legal risks.