Politics · June 27, 2026
Military Families Demand Autism Therapy Coverage
Military families are fighting back! Senators demand autism therapy coverage in military healthcare. 🏳️🌈✊ #SupportOurTroops #AutismAwareness
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LGBTQ Rights · Nov 3
Macron Opposes Gender-Inclusive Language Bill, Senate Votes in Favor
French President Macron supports banning gender-inclusive language on official state documents, emphasizing language preservation. The Senate votes in favor, sparking a debate on language evolution.
Politics · Oct 23
Laphonza Butler, First Openly LGBTQ California Senator, Opts Out of Full Senate Term Bid
Laphonza Butler, CA's first LGBTQ Senator, won't seek re-election. A transformative decision.
Politics · Apr 12
Lesbian Senator Tammy Baldwin Announces Third Term Run to Fight for Working Families
Senator Tammy Baldwin fights for Wisconsin's working families and LGBTQ+ rights with plans for a third term. #TammyBaldwin #Wisconsin #LGBTQ
Politics · Mar 22
TN Lt. Gov. Keeps Post Despite Controversial Comments on Gay Model's Photos
Tennessee Senate votes to keep Lt. Gov. Randy McNally in leadership role despite controversial comments on gay model's photos. #TNpolitics #LGBTQrights
Health · Mar 1
Indiana Senate Approves Bill Banning Gender-Affirming Care for Minors
Indiana Senate advances a bill banning gender-affirming care for those under 18, sparking concerns for trans kids' lives. #TransRights #LGBTQ #IndianaPolitics
Politics · Feb 7
Virginia Takes Step towards Repealing Ban on Same-Sex Marriage
Virginia takes a step towards a more equal future as the Senate votes to repeal the ban on #SameSexMarriage. #MarriageEquality #LoveIsLove
Politics · Jan 25
Arkansas Senate classifying drag shows the same way as strip clubs and adult theaters
The Arkansas Senate on Tuesday approved legislation restricting the locations of drag shows by classifying them the same way as strip clubs and adult theaters, despite criticism that the move was overly broad and discriminates against the LGBTQ community.
Law & Courts · Dec 8
U.S. Congress passes landmark bill protecting same-sex marriage
WASHINGTON, Dec 8 (Reuters) - The U.S. House of Representatives on Thursday gave final congressional approval to legislation that provides federal recognition of same-sex marriages, a measure born out of concern that th…
Article · Dec 8
Georgia runoff: The 'armed and gay' Libertarian behind the rematch
(Thomson Reuters Foundation) - If there is one person responsible for Tuesday’s midterms election runoff in the U.S. state of Georgia that will decide the final Senate seat it is Chase Oliver. The gay Libertarian Party…
Politics · Dec 5
US Congress is acting on gay, interracial marriage
CHICAGO (AP) — Legislation that ensures same-sex and interracial marriages are recognized as legal unions appears headed for final approval and President Joe Biden’s signature, a bipartisan agreement that reflects a wid…
Politics · Nov 22
In California, 10% of Legislature now identifies as LGBTQ
SACRAMENTO, Calif. (AP) — While LGBTQ candidates and their supporters celebrated several milestone victories around the nation in this year’s midterm elections, California quietly reached its own: At least 10% of its st…
Law & Courts · Nov 17
Bill protecting same-sex marriage clears first procedural hurdle in U.S. Senate; voting continues
WASHINGTON (Reuters) - A bill ensuring federal recognition of same-sex marriages received enough votes to clear the first procedural hurdle in the U.S. Senate on Wednesday, after months of bipartisan negotiations and de…
Politics · Nov 14
US Senate to tackle gov't spending, debt limit, marriage equality, Schumer says
WASHINGTON, Nov 14 (Reuters) - The U.S. Senate will focus on government spending, the nation's debt ceiling and marriage equality, among other issues during its remaining so-called lame duck session, U.S. Senate Majorit…