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First Woman, First LGBTQ Member Elected Massachusetts Governor Sworn in
Maura Healey, the first woman and first open member of the LGBTQ community to be elected governor of Massachusetts, was sworn into office at the Statehouse Thursday, pledging to lead "with empathy and with equity."
Rep.-Elect Santos Quiet as Speaker Vote Delays Swearing-In
Republican Rep.-elect George Santos of New York, who is accused of lying about large swaths of his background and accomplishments, will have to wait to add one thing with certainty to his resume: U.S. congressman.
Rep.-Elect George Santos Set to be Sworn in Amid Controversy
Embattled Rep.-elect George Santos was set to be sworn in Tuesday despite a spiral of investigations from federal and local prosecutors into his campaign spending and lies about his family history, resume and education.
George Santos' Ex-Boyfriend Drops New Revelations
A former boyfriend of George Santos dropped fresh revelations about the Republican U.S. representative-elect, who has already admitted to "embellishing" his credentials with multiple falsehoods.
Santos Should Consider Resigning, Veteran GOP Lawmaker Says
Even as the House GOP leadership keeps silent, a veteran Republican lawmaker said Sunday that George Santos should consider resigning,
Democrat Katie Hobbs to Take Office as Arizona Governor
Katie Hobbs takes the oath of office Monday to become Arizona's 24th governor and the first Democrat to hold the office since 2009.
Santos Should Consider Resigning, Veteran GOP Lawmaker Says
Even as the House GOP leadership keeps silent, a veteran Republican lawmaker said Sunday that George Santos should consider resigning after the congressman-elect from New York admitted to lying about his heritage, education and professional career.
Brittney Griner's Wife Cherelle on Emotional Homecoming After Release from Russia
After Brittney spent 294 days in Russian custody, Cherelle Griner says she is breathing a sigh of relief.
George Santos Allegedly Used Campaign Funds to Rent $11K House, Spent $40K in Air Fare
The Republican Representative-elect is now reportedly under investigation by the Nassau County District attorney Anne Donnelly, who's a Republican.
Time of Triumph for GOP Turns into 'Distraction' with Santos
It should be a time of triumph for Republicans ready to take back control of the House in the new Congress next week, but their leaders are struggling with an embarrassing distraction about one of their own: What to do about George Santos?
George Santos Caught in More Lies Involving Mom's Death, Prep Schooll
George Santos has been seemingly caught in more lies about his mother's 9/11 death, attending a fancy prep school.
Prosecutors Open Investigation into Out Rep.-Elect George Santos
Long Island prosecutors have launched an investigation into U.S. Rep.-elect George Santos of New York, after revelations surfaced that the now-embattled Republican lied about his heritage, education and professional pedigree as he campaigned for office.
Drag Event in Missouri Ignites Community Protests
Despite complying with local ordinances and directives from the city's mayor, a holiday drag event in Chesterfield, Missouri, drew multiple protests.
Out NY Rep.-Elect Santos Admits Lying about Career, College
Rep.-elect George Santos, R-N.Y., admitted Monday that he lied about his job experience and college education during his successful campaign for a seat in the U.S. House.
Disgraced Elected Out Congressman-Elect George Santos Never Disclosed Marriage to a Woman
The hits keep on coming for the recently-elected out Congressman George Santos as it's disclosed he is divorced from a woman, but never disclosed the information.
Jan. 6 Panel Prepares to Unveil Final Report on Insurrection
An 800-page report set to be released Thursday by House investigators will conclude that then-President Donald Trump criminally plotted to overturn his 2020 election defeat.
New York City Councilman Erik Bottcher Targeted By Anti-LGBTQ Vandalism
Two people were arrested Monday for breaking into New York City Councilman Erik Bottcher's apartment building.
Did Out Republican Congressman George Santos Pad his Resume?
Openly gay Republican Rep.-elect George Santos seems to have been caught red-handed padding several parts of his resume just as he prepares to enter the House of Representatives for the first time in January.
Actor Drew Droege Told Not to Kiss Date at 'Family' Restaurant
Out actor Drew Droege recounts incident at LA restaurant where he was told he could not kiss his date because it was a "family" place. He claims he was reprimanded by a restaurant manager for kissing his date during their dinner.
Watch: Lady Gaga's 'Born This Way' Becomes Respect for Marriage Act Anthem
President Biden signed the act into law on Tuesday, and the song encapsulated the moment as the crowd celebrated protecting same-sex and interracial marriages across the country.