Bipartisan bill looks to sanction foreign officials who attack LGBTQ+ human rights
The Global Respect Act would allow sanctions against those who commit human rights violations against LGBTQ+ people.
June 26, 2025
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Gay U.S. Rep Robert Garcia elected top Democrat on powerful House Oversight Committee
Democrats voted to make the California congressman the ranking member on the Republican-led investigative committee.
June 24, 2025
Angie Craig elected first woman and first LGBTQ+ ranking member of House Agriculture Committee
Craig, a representative from Minnesota, was elected by House Democrats on Tuesday.
December 17, 2024
Ash Carter, Defense Secretary Who Supported Trans Soldiers, Dies at 68
He led the Department of Defense's effort to include transgender service members in the ranks of the U.S. military.
October 25, 2022
Is Lindsey Graham's House of Cards Collapsing?
Graham, ranking member of the Senate Judiciary Committee, was recommended for indictment by a grand jury. Karma may not be the senator's boyfriend.
September 8, 2023
Gay and Lesbian Soldiers Bring Same-Sex Partners to Inaugural Ball
For the first time, gay and lesbian soldiers were able to attend the Commander-in-Chief's Inaugural Ball with their same-sex partners.
January 23, 2013
Republican Lawmakers Look to Ban Pride Flags at Stonewall, Other National Sites
Republicans have begun targeting LGBTQ-related initiatives in latest round of the national budget process.
July 19, 2023
Boy Scouts Will Allow Girls to Join
Girls will be admitted to the Cub Scouts, while a program for older girls will soon be developed.
October 11, 2017
George Santos to Be Investigated by House For Finances, Sexual Misconduct
The gay GOP lawmaker has lied about huge portions of his career and achievements, and he’s been accused of sexual harassment.
March 2, 2023
Florida Politician Under Fire for Calling Opponent 'Batty Boy'
Rep. Al Jacquet used the antigay slur against one of his opponents in the Democratic primary.
February 19, 2020
Tammy Smith Becomes First Lesbian General Officer
Former Army Colonel Tammy Smith was promoted to brigadier general today, making her the first general officer to come out while serving.
August 10, 2012
Pro-Equality Lawmakers Demand Removal of Anti-LGBTQ+ Sections From Defense Bill
The House version of the National Defense Authorization Act includes bans on trans health care, Pride flags, drag shows, and more.
September 21, 2023
Nude Hunter Biden Pics Shown by Marjorie Taylor Greene at Congressional Hearing
Others at the hearing questioned whether her action was appropriate.
July 19, 2023
Kelly Clarkson Had a Big Surprise for One of First Female Eagle Scouts
The talk show host honored Victoria Rader for breaking a glass ceiling.
October 26, 2020
