LGBTQ news and entertainment
Dealing a massive blow to Donald Trump’s economic policy, the U.S. Supreme Court ruled this morning that Trump’s global tariffs are illegal.
In a 6-3 decision, written by Chief Justice John Roberts, the high court found that the International Emergency Economic Powers Act (IEEPA) — which Trump has used to justify his tariffs — does not give Trump the power to unilaterally impose tariffs. Continue reading “Supreme Court Rules Trump Tariffs Are Illegal”
Some news stories you might have missed:
• The Advocate: A federal appeals court has reinstated the Pentagon’s ban on people living with HIV enlisting in the armed forces, undoing a lower-court decision that had briefly opened the door to qualified recruits with undetectable viral loads.
• Queerty: The new memoir from American Idol alum David Archuleta, Devout, details his experiences of growing up within the Mormon Church, and then finally stepping away from it after coming out. Continue reading “Court Allows Pentagon To Ban HIV Enlistment (Again) + David Archuleta Pens Memoir + More”
Andrew Mountbatten-Windsor (formerly Prince Andrew) was released 11 hours after being arrested on suspicion of misconduct in public office.
He’s the first royal-born Briton to be arrested in nearly 400 years. Continue reading “Former Prince Andrew Arrested On Epstein-Related Charges”
New analysis by the nonpartisan Tax Foundation shows Donald Trump’s tariffs cost the average American household $1,000 last year.
Research shows the cost will rise to $1,300 per household this year if the current tariffs stay in place. Continue reading “Analysis: Trump’s Tariffs Cost American Households $1,000 Last Year”
While a federal judge and outside architects have expressed concerns about the super-sized scope of Donald Trump’s proposed White House ballroom, the Commission of Fine Arts voted unanimously on Thursday to approve the project.
This is where I note that Trump fired the entire commission panel last year and filled it with his hand-picked allies. Continue reading “Federal Arts Commission Packed With Trump Allies Approves Massive Ballroom”
Kansans will soon be required to use the bathroom that aligns with their biological sex at birth in all government buildings after state lawmakers in the House voted 87-37 to override Gov. Laura Kelly’s veto. Continue reading “Kansas Lawmakers Override Governor’s Veto Of Anti-Trans Bathroom Bill”
Some news stories I thought worth your time:
• New Music: Congrats to DJ Bill Bennett on hitting #1 on the iTunes Dance Charts with his new album, “DILF Act 1.” According to sources, Bill is the first out DJ to land the number one spot in the history of the chart.
The handsome artist offered this emotional thank you to his fans via YouTube. You can find my podcast interview with Bill here . Continue reading “DJ Bill Bennett Hits #1 With New Album + More News”
Trailblazing civil rights icon Rev. Jesse Jackson has died after a lengthy stay in the hospital. The LGBTQ rights ally was 84. No cause of death has been made public at this writing. Continue reading “Civil Rights Icon/LGBTQ Ally Rev. Jesse Jackson Dead At 84”
When late night talk-show host Stephen Colbert was told he couldn’t air an interview with Texas state Rep. James Talarico, Colbert not only mocked the decision, but posted the full clip to his YouTube channel. Continue reading “CBS Tells Colbert Not To Air Talarico Interview, So He Posts It On YouTube”
Happy Monday! Some news stories I thought worth your time:
• U. S. Senate: After Trump’s crusade against the LGBTQ+ community at the Stonewall National Monument, Sen. Chuck Schumer has moved to permanently protect Pride flags as a “congressionally authorized flag.”
• CNN: Donald Trump hits record lows in four prominent approval polls — 26 points below water AP-NORC; 22 points below water NBC; 20 points below the water Yahoo-YouGov; 19 points below water Quinnipiac. Continue reading “Dems Move To Protect Pride Flag + DJ Bill Bennett Hits Top Of The Charts + More”