Read the latest news about marriage equality victories and the continuing fight for gays and lesbians to have the right to marry around the world. See the most recent updates on this international, national, regional, and state-by-state issue, which has been hotly contested by conservatives and far-right religious organizations. Learn about the straight allies who have been advocating for same-sex marriage in the spheres of society, entertainment, and politics, as well as the various opponents of marriage equality who seek to impede the progress of the LGBT rights movement.
Robert Ingersoll and Curt Freed sued Barronelle Stutzman, who refused to provide flowers for their wedding, and won in state courts; Stutzman has now ended her appeal to the U.S. Supreme Court.
President Biden's social spending plan, the Build Back Better Act, could let some married couples file amended returns and potentially receive refunds.
Two federal courts ruled to that effect last year, and the Biden administration Monday withdrew the appeals of the decisions filed under the former president.
His remarks come as Republicans in Virginia and Texas have voiced opposition to same-sex marriage — six years after marriage equality became law in the U.S.
Rep. James White wrote a letter to the state's attorney general asking for clarification, writing that the U.S. Supreme Court cannot overrule state laws.
