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Trump nominates investment manager Scott Bessent, a gay man, as Treasury secretary

Bessent, if confirmed, would be the first out member of the LGBTQ+ community to lead the department. His nomination still doesn't mean Trump is an ally, however.

IRS: No Matter Which State, Same-Sex Marriages Recognized

As the U.S. government implements the Supreme Court ruling on DOMA, legally wed same-sex couples will be able to file their federal taxes as such.

Mo. Will Let Gay Couples File Joint State Taxes

The Show-Me State's governor has issued an executive order to the effect, drawing criticism from conservative lawmakers.

Maxine Waters Destroys Steve Mnuchin, Again

The California congresswoman again calls out the Treasury secretary on his pathetic excuses. 

Gay Ambassador to Australia Marries in D.C.

John Berry, U.S. ambassador to Australia, married his partner of 17 years, Curtis Yee, on Saturday.

Twitter Cries Racism Over Delay of Harriet Tubman $20 Bill

She escaped from slavery and helped others do the same. Andrew Jackson, currently on the bill, owned slaves.

In a First, Asian-American Lesbian Confirmed to Ambassador-Level Post

Chantale Wong, confirmed as U.S. director of the Asian Development Bank, is the first out lesbian and first LGBTQ+ person of color in an ambassador-level position.

Did Antigay U.S. Hate Group Violate Sanctions Against Russia?

The Human Rights Campaign has asked the federal government to investigate the World Congress of Families to see if the antigay group violated U.S. sanctions in its work with Russian lawmakers.

Mueller Team Closes in on Manafort Taxes

The former campaign manager for President Trump hid millions of dollars offshore, according to prosecutors.

Poll: 83 Percent of Russians Think Gay Sex Is 'Reprehensible'

A new study found a major decline in support for the gay community over the past 20 years -- even among young people.

The Phobies: Worst Homophobes of 2017

There were many to choose from, but Chechnya's Ramzan Kadyrov gets the title of Phobie of the Year.

Trump Treasury Pick Ran Company Accused of Racial Bias in Lending

OneWest, where Treasury secretary nominee Steven Mnuchin was chairman, is the subject of a complaint alleging failure to make housing loans in minority neighborhoods.

Obama Announces Two More Gay Ambassadorial Nominees

John Berry is the choice for ambassador to Australia, and Wally Brewster for the Dominican Republic.

VP Harris to LGBTQ+ Leaders: Equality Discussions Must Be Year-Round

Harris met with activists for Pride Month but stressed that such conversations must be ongoing, as there's still much work to be done.

U.S. Sanctions Chechen Leader Over Antigay Persecution

Chechen President Ramzan Kadyrov has overseen "an administration involved in disappearances and extrajudicial killings," Treasury Department officials said.

Scott Bessent, Trump’s gay treasury secretary nominee, to divest from vast $700 million portfolio

The billionaire would be the second out gay man confirmed to any president’s cabinet.

Big Payday for Same-Sex Married Couples

A new report indicates it pays to be gay -- or bi -- and hitched to a member of the same sex.

Meet the lesbian chief speechwriter who helped craft Jill Biden's voice

Kristin Lynch opens up about her time working with the first lady and her experience in the White House.

Collecting Men: Early 20th-Century Figurative Art

Our Artist Spotlight often features pieces from the first half of the last century. This collection from Renaissance Man Antiques offers work that inspires the beginning or the seasoned collector.

DOGE staffer resigns over uncovered racist posts

Marko Elez wrote that he was ‘racist before it was cool.’ #FAFO

How Elon Musk & Peter Thiel-aligned inexperienced tech bros took over the federal government

They now have access to your private information and other sensitive U.S. data.