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Michigan man sentenced to federal prison for threatening to kill 'LGBT freaks'

Randall Robert Berka II, 31, was sentenced to 32 months in federal prison for a comment he made on his YouTube account called "@killthefeds420."

Politics

Michigan Republican U.S. Senate candidate Mike Rogers surrounds himself with hardcore LGBTQ+ rights opponents

From calling transgender people an "abomination" to claiming the Equality Act is "demonic" and "wicked," his faith leaders coalition is as extreme as they come.

Papas Coming Home childrens book alongside author Chasten Buttigieg

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Why Chasten Buttigieg wrote a new children’s book about two dads that isn’t about being different

With LGBTQ-themed children’s books being ripped out of libraries in certain parts of the country, Chasten Buttigieg wrote Papa’s Coming Home with a purpose.

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Transgender woman sues Michigan homeless shelter for workplace harassment

Catholic Diocese Says LGBTQ+ People Are Not Allowed Sacraments

They can only be baptized, confirmed, or receive communion if they have "repented."

Dana Nessel Kissed Wife Before Winning Michigan Attorney General Race

Nessel is the first openly gay person elected to statewide office in the Mitten State.

Michigan man sentenced to federal prison for threatening to kill 'LGBT freaks'

Randall Robert Berka II, 31, was sentenced to 32 months in federal prison for a comment he made on his YouTube account called "@killthefeds420."

Nonbinary student sues Michigan school district for allegedly ignoring years of reported bullying

The Loy Norrix High School student says the school district did nothing to protect them or investigate claims they were being assaulted and harassed.

Michigan Republican U.S. Senate candidate Mike Rogers surrounds himself with hardcore LGBTQ+ rights opponents

From calling transgender people an "abomination" to claiming the Equality Act is "demonic" and "wicked," his faith leaders coalition is as extreme as they come.

Meet the Michigan state senator pushing to enshrine marriage equality protections in the state constitution

“If a future case should overturn Obergefell, it goes right back into that language that has existed in our constitution since a public vote in 2004," state Sen. Jeremy Moss told The Advocate.

Michigan's out AG warns hospitals not to cave to Trump's trans ban, calls decision likely 'illegal'

"My Department will be considering all of our options if they violate Michigan law," said Michigan Attorney General Dana Nessel.

University of Michigan latest hospital system to abandon trans minor patients & families after DOJ subpoena

Gender-affirming care remains legal in Michigan, but Donald Trump’s attack on trans people is making it harder to access.

Detroit trans woman Karmin Wells shot and killed

Wells, a popular ballroom performer, was shot to death May 25, and her killer remains at large.

Electric Forest is a once-in-a-lifetime experience for everyone in the LGBTQ+ community

This staple Michigan festival also serves as a magical Pride event that'll blow you away.

Why Chasten Buttigieg wrote a new children’s book about two dads that isn’t about being different

With LGBTQ-themed children’s books being ripped out of libraries in certain parts of the country, Chasten Buttigieg wrote Papa’s Coming Home with a purpose.

Why Pete Buttigieg said ‘no’ to Michigan’s open political races

“I care deeply about the outcome of both races, but I have decided against competing in either,” Buttigieg wrote

Pete Buttigieg reportedly won’t run for U.S. Senate, keeping 2028 presidential hopes alive

He is one of the most popular Democrats in the country.

Michigan Republican lawmaker to introduce resolution asking SCOTUS to overturn marriage equality

State Rep. Josh Schriver announced that he will be introducing a measure on Tuesday urging the court to reverse Obergefell v. Hodges.

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Michigan

They can only be baptized, confirmed, or receive communion if they have "repented."

Nessel is the first openly gay person elected to statewide office in the Mitten State.

Randall Robert Berka II, 31, was sentenced to 32 months in federal prison for a comment he made on his YouTube account called "@killthefeds420."

The Loy Norrix High School student says the school district did nothing to protect them or investigate claims they were being assaulted and harassed.

From calling transgender people an "abomination" to claiming the Equality Act is "demonic" and "wicked," his faith leaders coalition is as extreme as they come.

“If a future case should overturn Obergefell, it goes right back into that language that has existed in our constitution since a public vote in 2004," state Sen. Jeremy Moss told The Advocate.

"My Department will be considering all of our options if they violate Michigan law," said Michigan Attorney General Dana Nessel.

Gender-affirming care remains legal in Michigan, but Donald Trump’s attack on trans people is making it harder to access.

Wells, a popular ballroom performer, was shot to death May 25, and her killer remains at large.

This staple Michigan festival also serves as a magical Pride event that'll blow you away.

With LGBTQ-themed children’s books being ripped out of libraries in certain parts of the country, Chasten Buttigieg wrote Papa’s Coming Home with a purpose.

“I care deeply about the outcome of both races, but I have decided against competing in either,” Buttigieg wrote

He is one of the most popular Democrats in the country.

State Rep. Josh Schriver announced that he will be introducing a measure on Tuesday urging the court to reverse Obergefell v. Hodges.