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Donald Trump's Supporters Protest City of West Hollywood
The mayor said the city would deny Trump's campaign a permit for a rally, should it request one.
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Donald Trump's Supporters Protest City of West Hollywood

The mayor said the city would deny Trump's campaign a permit for a rally, should it request one.

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“I, as President, will not sign other Bills until this is passed,” the president wrote.

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Rep. John McGuire’s proposed Riley Gaines Act would allow athletes to sue colleges that permit transgender women to compete in women’s sports.

LGBTQ+ stories deserve to betold.

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