Sen. Cindy Hyde-Smith Blocks Judicial Nominee Who Supports Trans Rights
Also, she said, his campaign for a district attorney position had assistance from George Soros, the far right's public enemy number one.
April 7, 2023
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The march toward the Supreme Court continues with a U.S. District Court judge refusing a request from House Republicans who are defending DOMA.
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Another federal judge protects transgender Air Force members from adverse government action
A New Jersey U.S. District Court judge stepped in to block the Pentagon from takinc action against two trans airmen.
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PHOTOS: We're Getting Married in Oregon
A U.S. District Court judge ruled Monday that Oregon same-sex couples have the right to marry. So couples quickly decided to make it official.
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California Ban on Ex-Gay Therapy Temporarily Blocked
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Missouri Man Who Lured and Shot a Gay Teen Sentenced to 21 Years
The 16-year-old boy attempted to walk away from the man before he was shot eight times in cold blood.
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Obama Nominates Hispanic Lesbian for Federal Judgeship
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Thanks to Antigay Judge, Marriage Battle Continues in Puerto Rico
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March 28, 2016
SCOTUS Now Has 5 Chances to Rule on Marriage Bans
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Fed. Judge Upholds Louisiana Marriage Ban
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Texas, Louisiana Marriage Bans Finally Headed to Court
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U.S. Appeals Court Dismisses Suit Against Trans-Supportive School Policy
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No Stay in South Carolina; Marriages Could Begin Thursday
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Federal Judge Allows Retirement Community to Reject Lesbian Couple
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