Following an overwhelmingly bipartisan vote of 87-13 in the Senate, the House of Representatives approved the fiscal year 2024 National Defense Authorization Act (NDAA) in a 310-118 vote minus anti-LGBTQ provisions House GOPers so desperately wanted. Continue reading “Congress Passes Military Spending Bill Minus Anti-LGBTQ Measures”
EU Agrees To Open Talks For Ukraine To Join
Good news for Ukraine today as European Union leaders have agreed to officially open negotiations for the eastern European country to join the bloc. Continue reading “EU Agrees To Open Talks For Ukraine To Join”
Same-Sex Couples’ Rights In Poland + More News
Some news items you might have missed: • The Advocate: The European Court of Human Rights has ruled that Poland is violating the rights of same-sex couples by refusing to offer legal recognition. But with support from the country’s new Prime Minister, same-sex couples may finally be granted legal recognition in Poland. Continue reading “Same-Sex Couples’ Rights In Poland + More News”
House Authorizes Impeachment Inquiry In Party-Line Vote
House Republicans got their formal authorization to launch an impeachment inquiry into President Biden today as the chamber voted 221-212 in a straight party-line vote. Continue reading “House Authorizes Impeachment Inquiry In Party-Line Vote”
News Anchor Comes Out On-Air With One Simple Word
Sometimes, it only takes one word to come out and live your life authentically. During a recent broadcast, Spectrum News 1 Ohio anchor Taylor Bruck came out to viewers with what she called one “simple yet scary word.” Continue reading “News Anchor Comes Out On-Air With One Simple Word”
Jim Jordan Threatens Hunter Biden For Defying Subpoena After Jordan Himself Defied Congressional Subpoena
Of all people, House Judiciary Committee Chairman Jim Jordan (R-OH) appeared to threaten Hunter Biden with a contempt of Congress charge shortly after the president’s son showed up for a deposition this morning but insisted on the deposition being held open to the public, rather than behind closed doors. Continue reading “Jim Jordan Threatens Hunter Biden For Defying Subpoena After Jordan Himself Defied Congressional Subpoena”
Caitlyn Jenner: Trans Women “Aren’t Really Women” + More News
Some news items you might have missed: • The Advocate: Caitlyn Jenner, one of the most famous transgender people in the world and who has previously identified as a woman, says trans women aren’t “real women.” Continue reading “Caitlyn Jenner: Trans Women “Aren’t Really Women” + More News”
George Santos In “Productive” Plea Deal Talks
This was truth-challenged Rep. George Santos before his expulsion from the House of Representatives: “No…I will not take a plea deal. And the reason so is I’m strong in my convictions that I can prove my innocence.” My, how things can change in a few days. Continue reading “George Santos In “Productive” Plea Deal Talks”
Poll: 31% Of GOP Voters Wouldn’t Vote For Trump If Convicted Of Felony
A new Reuters/Ipsos poll found a considerable swath of Republicans would not vote for Donald Trump in the upcoming 2024 presidential election if he were convicted of a felony. Continue reading “Poll: 31% Of GOP Voters Wouldn’t Vote For Trump If Convicted Of Felony”
LGBTQ Golden Globe Noms & Snubs + More News
Some news items you might have missed: • Pink News: The Golden Globes has announced its 2024 nominations, honoring a standout year for the big and small screen – so which LGBTQ shows, films, and actors made the cut? Continue reading “LGBTQ Golden Globe Noms & Snubs + More News”