LGBTQ news and entertainment
Matt Schlapp, the Chairman of the American Conservative Union, allegedly engaged in lewd conduct and sexually assaulted a man at a bar in Virginia on Saturday night. The report comes from Yashar Ali, who says he spoke with six witnesses as well as the male victim of the assault. Continue reading “Another Man Accuses Matt Schlapp Of Sexual Assault”
Vaccine skeptic and former presidential candidate Robert F. Kennedy Jr. has been confirmed by the U.S. Senate as the country’s next Secretary of Health and Human Services. Continue reading “Anti-Vaxxer RFK Jr. Confirmed As Health Secretary In 52-48 Senate Vote”
Some news items I thought worth your time:
• GLAAD: Oscar nominee Cynthia Erivo (WICKED) will be honored at the 36th GLAAD Media Awards with the Stephen F. Kolzak Award, presented to a LGBTQ media professional who has made a significant difference in raising visibility and promoting acceptance of LGBTQ people and issues. Continue reading “Cynthia Erivo To Be Honored At GLAAD Media Awards + More News”
As he hinted a few days ago, Donald Trump has fired Biden-appointed trustees to the board of directors for the Kennedy Center for the Performing Arts in Washington, and had himself installed as Chairman. Continue reading “Trump Makes Himself Kennedy Center Chair After Firing Trustees”
The Utah legislature has now passed a bill that prohibits trans students from living in college dorms that match their gender identity. So, now it’s not just bathrooms, some people want to ban trans folks from entire buildings… Continue reading “Utah Lawmakers Approve Bill Prohibiting Trans College Students From Gender-Aligned Dorms”
Elon Musk is now turning his cost-cutting buzzsaw to FEMA, the federal disaster management agency, according to a report by The Washington Post. Continue reading “Musk Looks To Slash FEMA Budget”
Some news items I thought worth your time: • Gay Times: According to a recent report, One Direction singer Liam Payne “wrestled with his sexual identity, compounding his struggles and leading to risky behavior.” Payne died in October 2024 after falling off a hotel balcony in Buenos Aires, Argentina. Continue reading “Liam Payne + Google Calendars Drop Pride Month + More News”
In this episode of The Randy Report podcast: Amid all the dark news lately we can all use a distraction, so I recommend the charming new gay romantic comedy “Bonus Track.” Plus… Continue reading “Podcast: New Gay Rom-Com ‘Bonus Track’ + Def Sec Halts Gender-Affirming Care + More”
Three men accused of drugging and robbing men at Manhattan gay bars and nightclubs have been found guilty on murder, robbery and conspiracy charges. Continue reading “3 Found Guilty In Drugging Deaths Of LGBTQ Nightclub Patrons”
Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth has ordered an immediate halt to gender-affirming care for transgender service members and paused promotions for those with a history of gender dysphoria (i.e. trans people). Continue reading “Defense Sec Halts Promotions + Gender-Affirming Care For Trans Service Members”