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Louisiana LGBTQ+ activist exonerated after 3 years of unconstitutional prosecution

Matthew Humphrey has been exonerated three years after his wrongful arrest for speaking out against book bans during a local library board meeting.

Florida's Medicaid Ban for Gender-Affirming Care Struck Down by Judge

"Gender identity is real," Judge Robert Hinkle wrote in finding the ban violated federal law and the U.S. Constitution.

Judge Upholds Nevada Marriage Ban

Judge Robert C. Jones ruled that limiting marriage to one man and one woman is a "legitimate state interest" because otherwise, "a meaningful percentage of heterosexual persons" might not want to get married.

Conservative group opposes Roberts

A conservative group in Virginia said Tuesday it would oppose Supreme Court nominee John Roberts's confirmation because of his role in the 1996 Supreme Court case Romer v. Evans, which repealed an antigay amendment to the Colorado constitution

Iowa Politicos Sue to Overturn Gay Marriage Ruling

Five Republican lawmakers in Iowa have filed court documents urging the state supreme court to overturn a Polk County judge's decision that struck down a law banning same-sex marriage.

Judge says Florida can't enforce trans care restrictions while appealing his ruling

The state had asked Judge Robert Hinkle to put his June ruling against the restrictions on hold, but he said no.

Gay rights groups wary of Bush court nominee

George W. Bush tilted young and conservative with Judge John G. Roberts, filling his first Supreme Court vacancy with a 50-year-old jurist who could leave an indelible right-leaning imprint on the nation's judiciary. Gay rights groups are cautious about the nominee.

Roberts confirmed as chief justice

John Roberts is taking his place as the next leader of the Supreme Court, with a commanding majority of the Senate backing him to lead the court through cases involving controversial social issues that will affect generations to come.

Families ask appellate court to overturn Florida's youth trans care ban

“As a parent, it is heartbreaking to see my right to make healthcare decisions for my child taken away by political bullies, and the hurt and harm that has caused my child,” one parent of a trans youth said in a new legal brief.

Judge: All Florida Counties Must Issue Marriage Licenses

Judge confirms that marriages must start after his stay expires next Monday.

Bush chooses White House counsel Harriett Miers for Supreme Court

President George W. Bush chose Harriet Miers, White House counsel and a loyal member of the president's inner circle, to replace retiring justice Sandra Day O 'Connor on the U.S. Supreme Court.

Tough questions for Judge Roberts

Bush's Supreme Court nominee has no record on GLBT legal issues. But the glee of antigay activists over this pick is reason enough to worry. Here's how you can help make sure Roberts faces tough scrutiny in the U.S. Senate

Ron DeSantis Lied About 'Mutilation' in Pushing Anti-Trans Law, Judge Says

Judge Robert Hinkle trashed the rationale behind Florida's ban on gender-affirming care for trans minors.

4 Most Powerful Quotes In New Fla. Marriage Ruling

Federal judge Robert L. Hinkle struck down Florida's ban on same-sex marriage Thursday, using eloquent, unequivocal language to side with equality.

Man Who Threatened to Bomb, Shoot Up Stonewall Inn Denied Early Release

Robert Fehring suffered a heart attack earlier this year.

Both sides react to Roberts gay rights past

News that John G. Roberts Jr., President Bush's pick to fill a vacancy on the U.S. Supreme Court, helped to win a landmark gay rights case in 1996 has drawn strong reactions from both supporters and opponents of the conservative nominee.

Our Love Is Rebellion Against Racism, Homophobia and Guns

Terrence Franklin got engaged the day of the Parkland massacre. To him and his partner, it made perfect sense.