Matthew J. Kacsmaryk, a nominee who has repeatedly written about his opposition to LGBTQ rights, was approved by the Republican Senate to a lifetime … [Read more...] about Senate Republicans Mark Pride Month by Confirming Trump’s Most Hideous, Anti-LGBTQ Judicial Nominee So Far
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Nevada is Fourth State to Ban ‘Gay Panic’ and ‘Trans Panic’ Defense
Nevada has banned the "gay panic" and "trans panic" defense in court, becoming the fourth state to do so. Nevada Current reports: "Senate Bill 97, … [Read more...] about Nevada is Fourth State to Ban ‘Gay Panic’ and ‘Trans Panic’ Defense
Grindr Not Liable for Man Who Sent 1,000+ Sex-Seeking Men to His Ex-Boyfriend’s Home: Court
A federal appeals court has ruled in favor of Grindr in a lawsuit brought by Matthew Herrick, whose ex-boyfriend posted fake profiles of him on the … [Read more...] about Grindr Not Liable for Man Who Sent 1,000+ Sex-Seeking Men to His Ex-Boyfriend’s Home: Court
Trump Circuit Court Nominee Kenneth Lee Grilled About Writings on Gay People, AIDS: WATCH
In a confirmation hearing on Wednesday, Senator Dianne Feinstein grilled Kenneth Lee, a Trump judicial nomination for the 9th Circuit Court of … [Read more...] about Trump Circuit Court Nominee Kenneth Lee Grilled About Writings on Gay People, AIDS: WATCH
Senate Confirms Hate Group Staffer with ‘Weakest Legal Resume Imaginable’ to Lifetime Seat on U.S. Circuit Court
The Senate this week confirmed Allison Jones Rushing, 37, a former intern at Alliance Defending Freedom (ADF), the conservative Christian organization … [Read more...] about Senate Confirms Hate Group Staffer with ‘Weakest Legal Resume Imaginable’ to Lifetime Seat on U.S. Circuit Court
Cory Booker Grills Trump’s Replacement for Brett Kavanaugh About Views on LGBTQ Rights: ‘Are Gay Relationships, in Your Opinion, Immoral?’ – WATCH
On Tuesday, Senator Cory Booker (D-NJ) grilled Neomi Rao, who has been nominated by Donald Trump to replace Supreme Court Justice Brett Kavanaugh on … [Read more...] about Cory Booker Grills Trump’s Replacement for Brett Kavanaugh About Views on LGBTQ Rights: ‘Are Gay Relationships, in Your Opinion, Immoral?’ – WATCH
American Bar Association Calls for FBI Investigation, Halt to Senate’s Vote on Kavanaugh
The American Bar Association has called for an FBI investigation into the allegations against Brett Kavanaugh before the Senate Judiciary Committee … [Read more...] about American Bar Association Calls for FBI Investigation, Halt to Senate’s Vote on Kavanaugh
John Oliver Has a Solution for Opposing Trump’s SCOTUS Nominee That Involves Screaming into a Box – WATCH
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=WnVf1tNHVX8 John Oliver launched his Sunday night show with a look at the news that is bad for "anyone who believes … [Read more...] about John Oliver Has a Solution for Opposing Trump’s SCOTUS Nominee That Involves Screaming into a Box – WATCH
Will We Miss Justice Kennedy?
Supreme Court Justice Anthony Kennedy is retiring. Donald Trump, aided by a pliant and hypocritical Senate Republican caucus, will fill his seat, … [Read more...] about Will We Miss Justice Kennedy?
Justice Kennedy Retires. That Means One Thing.
I have a lot of feelings about Justice Kennedy's retirement. I'm angry. Angry at Republicans who stole a seat away from President Obama. Angry at … [Read more...] about Justice Kennedy Retires. That Means One Thing.