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California Republicans Join the Fight for Marriage

A political consultant and fund-raiser for the past decade, Charles Moran knows his way around the California Republican Party. As a politically active gay man he also knows his way around the larger LGBT movement in California. Moran is bringing his expertise together as the finance director for Republicans Against 8, a group dedicated to defeating Proposition 8, which would nullify the California supreme court's recent ruling legalizing same-sex marriage.

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Rep. Robert Garcia: 'The Army that defeated Hitler and saved the world included drag queens'

The California Democrat expertly demolished a Republican proposal to ban drag shows on military bases — but it passed the House of Representatives anyways.

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Giuliani, Third in Florida, Prepares to Exit, Back McCain

Rudy Giuliani, who bet his presidential hopes on Florida only to come in third, prepared to quit the race and endorse his friendliest rival, John McCain. The former New York mayor stopped short of announcing he was stepping down, but delivered a valedictory speech that was more farewell than fight-on. Giuliani finished a distant third to winner John McCain and close second-place finisher Mitt Romney. Republican officials said Giuliani would endorse McCain on Wednesday in California. The officials spoke on condition of anonymity in advance of the public announcement.

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Kevin McCarthy, Former Speaker of the House, Says He's Quitting Congress

McCarthy’s departure marks the end of a turbulent congressional career and the beginning of a new chapter in GOP politics.

California Republican Lawmaker Defects to Democrats

Assemblyman Brian Maienschein joins the exodus of Republicans put off by the policies of Donald Trump.

LCR Endorses Two California Republicans

California Republicans Join the Fight for Marriage

WATCH California Republican Supports Marriage Equality

Congressional candidate Gary DeLong is bucking his party on the issue as he runs against Democrat Alan Lowenthal, also an equality advocate.

California Republicans Shift Stance on Abortion, Marriage-Equality

While Republicans in other states have increased their attacks on the LGBTQ+ community, the party may broaden its tent in California.

San Diego Clerk Begs Court to Stop Marriage Equality

A Republican county clerk in California asked its Supreme Court to halt marriage equality there. But the California attorney general essentially says, "no way."

Jenner: No to 'Biological Boys Who Are Trans' Playing on Girls' Teams

Running for governor of California, the Republican repeats transphobic talking points, inspiring much ire.

Antigay Leader: Call National Guard to Halt Same-Sex Nuptials

Randy Thomasson, who backed California's Proposition 8, says Republican governors should call on the National Guard to 'defend' marriage from same-sex couples.

Op-ed: The GOP Clown Car Is Packed Full

Paul Katami and Jeff Zarrillo, two of the plaintiffs in the case that brought down California's Prop. 8, can't believe the Republicans can't produce one LGBT-friendly candidate.

Can This Gay Republican Win a House Seat?

Carl DeMaio, who won the Republican primary in California's 52nd district, has a shot of becoming the first GOP congressman who's been out from the get-go.

Rep. Robert Garcia: 'The Army that defeated Hitler and saved the world included drag queens'

The California Democrat expertly demolished a Republican proposal to ban drag shows on military bases — but it passed the House of Representatives anyways.

California bill introduced to seal adults' gender transition documents

The legislation would protect transgender people's privacy and prevent harassment at a time when they're being "viciously targeted," says state Sen. Scott Wiener.

Kellyanne Conway Praised by Her Gay Daughter as LGBTQ+ Champion at Queer Republican Gala

At the Log Cabin Republicans’ event, Claudia Conway honored her mother’s support for her LGBTQ+ identity, juxtaposing her commendation with the former Trump advisor’s history of anti-LGBTQ+ comments.

Watch George Santos Be Defiant and Dramatic as He Faces Another House Expulsion Vote

Santos took to the House floor Tuesday to argue his case against being expelled from Congress. A vote on Friday will decide his legislative fate.

Ted Olson, the conservative attorney who fought for marriage equality, is dead at 84

Olson took on marriage equality as a principle of conservatism, he said.

Requiem for the Anti-LGBTQ+ Career of Kevin McCarthy

McCarthy leaves Congress after racking up a long history of hostility to the LGBTQ+ community.

Is It Safe to Fly a Pride Flag After California Shooting Tragedy? Readers Weigh in

We asked readers what they think about displaying a Pride flag in today’s political climate.

Giuliani, Third in Florida, Prepares to Exit, Back McCain

George Santos Still Dismisses Calls to Resign: 'I'm Not Leaving'

The gay New York lawmaker, embroiled in controversy and criminal charges, stood firm against resignation during a contentious online interview, where Congressman Robert Garcia confronted him with demands for apology and resignation.

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McCarthy’s departure marks the end of a turbulent congressional career and the beginning of a new chapter in GOP politics.

Assemblyman Brian Maienschein joins the exodus of Republicans put off by the policies of Donald Trump.

Congressional candidate Gary DeLong is bucking his party on the issue as he runs against Democrat Alan Lowenthal, also an equality advocate.

While Republicans in other states have increased their attacks on the LGBTQ+ community, the party may broaden its tent in California.

A Republican county clerk in California asked its Supreme Court to halt marriage equality there. But the California attorney general essentially says, "no way."

Running for governor of California, the Republican repeats transphobic talking points, inspiring much ire.

Randy Thomasson, who backed California's Proposition 8, says Republican governors should call on the National Guard to 'defend' marriage from same-sex couples.

Paul Katami and Jeff Zarrillo, two of the plaintiffs in the case that brought down California's Prop. 8, can't believe the Republicans can't produce one LGBT-friendly candidate.

Carl DeMaio, who won the Republican primary in California's 52nd district, has a shot of becoming the first GOP congressman who's been out from the get-go.

The California Democrat expertly demolished a Republican proposal to ban drag shows on military bases — but it passed the House of Representatives anyways.

The legislation would protect transgender people's privacy and prevent harassment at a time when they're being "viciously targeted," says state Sen. Scott Wiener.

At the Log Cabin Republicans’ event, Claudia Conway honored her mother’s support for her LGBTQ+ identity, juxtaposing her commendation with the former Trump advisor’s history of anti-LGBTQ+ comments.

Devin Nunes sued the award-winning MSNBC host in 2021, when he was still a member of Congress.

Santos took to the House floor Tuesday to argue his case against being expelled from Congress. A vote on Friday will decide his legislative fate.

Olson took on marriage equality as a principle of conservatism, he said.

McCarthy leaves Congress after racking up a long history of hostility to the LGBTQ+ community.

We asked readers what they think about displaying a Pride flag in today’s political climate.

The gay New York lawmaker, embroiled in controversy and criminal charges, stood firm against resignation during a contentious online interview, where Congressman Robert Garcia confronted him with demands for apology and resignation.