Rufus Gifford, Out State Dept. Official, Joins Biden's Reelection Bid
Gifford, a gay man, was the highest-ranking out official at State as chief of protocol.
July 17, 2023
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Human Rights Campaign to spend $15 million to support Joe Biden's reelection campaign in key swing states
The LGBTQ+ civil rights organization announced significant commitment toward engaging voters who care about equal rights, voters the group calls "equality voters."
May 20, 2024
Biden campaign announces major Pride Month initiatives highlighting support of LGBTQ+ community
While Republicans are trying to cast the LGBTQ+ community as deviant, Joe Biden and Kamala Harris are doubling down on winning the queer vote.
June 3, 2024
HRC president demands federal investigations into Nex Benedict’s death amid Oklahoma’s anti-LGBTQ+ climate
Kelley Robinson told The Advocate that as a parent, she would hope no other family would have to struggle with their child being bullied and then dying.
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February 22, 2024
Kamala Harris addresses hundreds at White House event in first speech after Biden quits presidential race
It was the first time the vice president spoke publicly after news broke that President Biden would set aside his candidacy for reelection. She's announced that she will now run for president.
July 22, 2024
Biden campaign and LGBTQ+ groups decry Trump’s pick of J.D. Vance as running mate
The Republican U.S. senator from Ohio is an anti-LGBTQ+ extremist.
July 15, 2024
How LGBTQ+ and Democratic leaders are reacting to Biden dropping out, endorsing Harris
Advocacy groups and political leaders rushed to respond to Sunday's news, offering sympathy and support.
July 21, 2024
Joe Biden, Human Rights Campaign: This Is the Election of Our Lives
Biden, Pete Buttigieg, Annette Bening, and more address HRC's virtual event and remind us to vote like our lives depend on it.
September 25, 2020
Reggie Greer Named White House Senior Adviser on LGBTQ+ Issues
Greer, who worked in Joe Biden's presidential campaign to mobilize LGBTQ+ voters, will now advise the president on serving the community.
March 5, 2021
LGBTQ+ people are far better off under Joe Biden than Donald Trump, HRC report shows (exclusive)
The queer rights organization issued a new report that demonstrates how Joe Biden’s policies are exponentially better than Donald Trump’s for LGBTQ+ people.
July 19, 2024
Jill Biden calls Donald Trump a ‘bully’ and ‘dangerous to our country’ at Human Rights Campaign event
First Lady Dr. Jill Biden did not hold back as she spoke to fired-up LGBTQ+ advocates and allies at a campaign event in Virginia.
April 12, 2024
Biden Administration Looks to Protect LGBTQ+ Foster Kids With New Rule
The Department of Health and Human Services' proposed rule is in keeping with the Biden administration's promise to support LGBTQ+ youth.
September 28, 2023
RFK Jr. drops out of presidential race, endorses Trump
Kennedy, a conspiracy-minded anti-vaccine activist with a bizarre history, had been running for president as an independent.
August 23, 2024
First Lady goes to bat for LGBTQ+ rights: 'They want to take our victories away, but we won’t let them'
Amidst a backdrop of protest and advocacy, Dr. Jill Biden highlights the ongoing battle for LGBTQ+ rights and remembers LGBTQ+ teen Nex Benedict.
March 25, 2024
Marjorie Taylor Greene Praises Joe Biden in Viral Campaign Ad
The Georgia firebrand thought she was saying critical things but ended up just sounding like a Democratic super fan.
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July 19, 2023
Joe Biden launches ‘Out for Biden-Harris’ campaign initiative to engage & woo LGBTQ+ voters (exclusive)
President Joe Biden and Vice President Kamala Harris want queer people to know what's at stake this election and to get involved.
April 10, 2024
President Joe Biden to Give Keynote Address at LGBTQ+ Rights Group's National Dinner
First Lady Jill Biden will speak as well at the Human Rights Campaign event.
October 9, 2023
Biden Champions LGBTQ+ Rights Amidst Global Challenges in Keynote Speech
The president and first lady address discrimination in global human rights and urge unity against hate at the Human Rights Campaign National Dinner.
October 16, 2023
President Joe Biden Interrupted by Israel-Hamas War Protester During LGBTQ+ Rights Speech
Protester’s message on Middle East tensions momentarily disrupted the president’s address.
October 17, 2023
White House calls Republican spending bill’s ban on the Pride flag ‘inappropriate’
After backlash over a spending bill provision banning Pride flags at U.S. embassies, the Biden-Harris administration is emphasizing its dedication to LGBTQ+ advocacy and outlining efforts to mitigate the impact of the law.
March 25, 2024
Biden issues proclamation for Transgender Day of Visibility amid Republican attacks on trans rights
The president is uplifting transgender people while Republicans continue to try to legislate them out of public life.
March 29, 2024