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DeSantis Kicks Off Presidential Campaign in Iowa as he Steps Up Criticism of Trump

By Thomas Beaumont | May 30, 2023

Ron DeSantis plans to kick off his presidential campaign in Iowa on Tuesday, the start of a busy week that will take him to 12 cities in three states.

Watch: Rep. Glenn Grothman Slams Biden for Not Nominating Enough Straight White Men

By Emell Adolphus | May 29, 2023

Republican Rep. Glenn Grothman of Wisconsin apparently has a problem with the Biden administration's efforts to diversity the federal judiciary.

Russia Issues Arrest Warrant for Lindsey Graham Over Ukraine Comments

Russia Issues Arrest Warrant for Lindsey Graham Over Ukraine Comments

May 29, 2023

Russia's Interior Ministry on Monday issued an arrest warrant for U.S. Sen. Lindsey Graham following his comments related to the fighting in Ukraine.

Diverse Republican Presidential Primary Field Sees An Opening in 2024 with Voters of Color

Diverse Republican Presidential Primary Field Sees An Opening in 2024 with Voters of Color

By Steve Peoples and Gary Fields | May 28, 2023

Race has emerged as a central issue — and a delicate one — in the 2024 presidential contest as the GOP's primary field so far features four candidates of color, making it among the most racially diverse ever.

What's on DeSantis' Agenda? A Look at the Laws He Passed as Florida Governor, from Abortion to Guns

What's on DeSantis' Agenda? A Look at the Laws He Passed as Florida Governor, from Abortion to Guns

By Anthony Izaguirre | May 28, 2023

From the death penalty to gender identity to abortion, Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis has cemented himself as a conservative standard-bearer in the lead-up to his 2024 presidential announcement.

Why Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton's Impeachment Fight Isn't Finished Yet

Why Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton's Impeachment Fight Isn't Finished Yet

May 28, 2023

The Texas Legislature already made one historic move with its impeachment of Republican state Attorney General Ken Paxton. Another one is coming.

Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis Launches Presidential Campaign to Challenge Trump

Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis Launches Presidential Campaign to Challenge Trump

By Steve Peoples, Adriana Gomez and Anthony Izaguirre | May 24, 2023

Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis entered the 2024 presidential race on Wednesday, stepping into a crowded Republican primary contest that will test both his national appeal as an outspoken cultural conservative and the GOP's willingness to move on from Trump.

Texas Taking Steps to Pass Its Own "Don't Say Gay" Bill

By Emell Adolphus | May 23, 2023

Senate Bill 890 will nearly ban any discussion of sexual orientation or gender identity in school classrooms from pre-kindergarten through 12th grade, mirroring Florida's law passed in March 2022.

Dragphobic Marjorie Taylor Greene Strikes Back After Pics of BF in Drag Drop on Social Media

Dragphobic Marjorie Taylor Greene Strikes Back After Pics of BF in Drag Drop on Social Media

May 23, 2023

Dragphobic Congresswoman Marjorie Taylor Greene struck back at critics after video surfaced of her current boyfriend in drag.

Proud Boys Planning Largest Pride Month Disruptions Yet

By Emell Adolphus | May 23, 2023

The Proud Boys are reportedly planning a "take back June" Pride Month disruption through a "straight pride" social media campaign. The group is reportedly planning to rebrand Pride Month as "Proud" month, a celebration of "straight pride" and "Western val

LA Pride Backs Out of Dodgers' Pride Night After Team Snubs Drag Group

By Emell Adolphus | May 21, 2023

The Los Angeles Dodgers made headlines after disinviting the Sisters of Perpetual Indulgence from the team's annual Pride Night. Now, LA Pride has decided to disinvite itself from the event.

Transgender Health: Comparing Model Bills to Real Proposals

By Kavish Harjai, Jeff McMillan, and Kimberlee Kruesi | May 21, 2023

Many of this year's statehouse proposals to restrict gender-affirming care for youths are identical or very similar to ready-made bills provided to lawmakers by interest groups.

DeSantis Asks That Judge be Disqualified from Disney's Free Speech Lawsuit

By Mike Schneider | May 20, 2023

Gov. Ron DeSantis is asking that a federal judge be disqualified from the First Amendment lawsuit filed by Disney against the Florida governor and his appointees.

2024 Republican Hopefuls Rush to Defend Marine who Put NYC Subway Rider in Fatal Chokehold

By Will Weissert | May 20, 2023

Republican presidential hopefuls have lined up to support a 24-year-old U.S. Marine veteran caught on video pinning a fellow subway passenger in a chokehold. The passenger later died.

Los Angles Dodgers Cancel Honoring LGBTQ Group on Pride Night

By Emell Adolphus | May 18, 2023

The Los Angeles chapter of the Sisters of Perpetual Indulgence were to receive the team's Community Hero Award, but they have since been removed from the LA Dodger event lineup.

Here are the Restrictions on Transgender People Moving Forward in US Statehouses

Here are the Restrictions on Transgender People Moving Forward in US Statehouses

By Andrew DeMillo | May 18, 2023

Restrictions on transgender people are spreading quickly despite criticism from medical groups and advocates who say they're further marginalizing trans youth and threatening their health.

New Hampshire House Voting on Whether Parents Who Ask Must be Told about Trans Talk at School

New Hampshire House Voting on Whether Parents Who Ask Must be Told about Trans Talk at School

By Holly Ramer | May 18, 2023

The national debate surrounding transgender students and parental rights returns to the New Hampshire Statehouse on Thursday.

Village People Send Donald Trump Cease and Desist Letter Over Impersonators

By Emell Adolphus | May 15, 2023

A video surfaced of Trump dancing to a Village People tribute band at his Florida resort, and the band members were reportedly not happy with the implication that they support the embattled former president.

Gay Prof Suspended After Passing Out 'Transphobic' Chocolate at Campus Event

Gay Prof Suspended After Passing Out 'Transphobic' Chocolate at Campus Event

May 15, 2023

A gay, conservative professor at Madera Community College in California was recently placed on leave after handing out Jeremy's Chocolate, a brand called 'transphobic,' at a campus event.

Desantis In Iowa Warns of GOP 'Culture of Losing' as Weather Sidelines Trump's Event in the  State

Desantis In Iowa Warns of GOP 'Culture of Losing' as Weather Sidelines Trump's Event in the State

By Thomas Beaumont and Michelle L. Price | May 14, 2023

Decrying a Republican "culture of losing," Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis sought Saturday to weaken former President Donald Trump's grip on the GOP.

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