Scroll To Top

nicole berner

Republicans' unprecedented anti-LGBTQ+ attacks highlighted in new HRC Congressional Scorecard

But Democrats and independents were able to turn back these efforts.

Joe Biden celebrates 200th judicial confirmation paving the way for more LGBTQ+ judges

His administration hopes to set a new record soon.

Lesbian lawyer Nicole Berner confirmed as federal appeals court judge

Berner will be the first out member of the LGBTQ+ community on the U.S. Court of Appeals for the Fourth Circuit.

Two LGBTQ+ women may soon be confirmed as lifetime judges: 'It's crucial right now'

If Judges Nicole Berner and Melissa DuBose are confirmed to the federal bench, President Joe Biden would tie a record of appointing 11 openly LGBTQ+ lifetime judges.

Joe Biden has tied the record for most LGBTQ+ judges confirmed in federal courts

Eleven federal judges who identify as LGBTQ+ have been confirmed to lifetime positions under the Biden administration, tyingthe record set by the Obama administration.