Scott Bessent, Trump’s gay treasury secretary nominee, to divest from vast $700 million portfolio
The billionaire would be the second out gay man confirmed to any president’s cabinet.
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Politics
In Politics, The Advocate presents the latest news about the political world. From Supreme Court rulings to state and federal laws, The Advocate reports on how politics shapes the day-to-day realities faced by members of the gay community. Read about LGBT leaders like Barney Frank and Tammy Baldwin and their work to advance the causes of the LGBT rights movement in the United States and around the world. Find out about legislation related to same-sex marriage, adoption, and other issues in gay politics that will impact the lives of gay, lesbian, bisexual, and transgender Americans.
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New Congressional Equality Caucus chair Mark Takano vows to defend LGBTQ+ rights in GOP-controlled Congress
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Sarah McBride is 'mystified' that Republicans are making trans people a 'priority'
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The Fox News host has championed purchasing firearms for self defense, but he thinks LGBTQ+ people who do it are "nuts."
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The announcement was tucked away in the Congressional Record.
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Apple CEO Tim Cook joins other major business leaders with $1 million personal donation to Trump’s inauguration
The gay man is donating from personal funds, according to reports.
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