LGBTQ news and entertainment
Some news items I thought worth your time:
• ESPN: Former NBA player Jason Collins – the first active male athlete in a major U.S. team sport to come out as gay – opens up about his diagnosis for Stage 4 brain cancer (glioblastoma), adding he may not have much longer to live. Continue reading “Former NBAer Jason Collins On Brain Cancer Diagnosis + More News”
Indiana’s GOP-controlled state Senate has voted down a redistricting map that would have wiped out Indiana’s two Democratic-held seats in the House, despite intense pressure from Donald Trump.
The vote was 31-19. A majority of the 40 Republicans voted no.
From Politico:
The failed vote is the culmination of a brass-knuckled four-month pressure campaign from the White House on recalcitrant Indiana Republicans that included private meetings and public shaming from Trump, multiple visits from Vice President JD Vance, whip calls from Speaker Mike Johnson and veiled threats of withheld federal funds.
The members held out in spite of pipe bomb threats, unsolicited pizza deliveries to their homes, and swattings of their homes.
The failed vote saves the seats of two sitting members, Democratic Reps. André Carson and Frank Mrvan, whose districts had been carved up to become heavily Republican under the proposed map.
Read more here.
Indiana GOP rejects Trump’s map in major blow to his gerrymandering push https://t.co/tMNl8HL19w
— POLITICO (@politico) December 11, 2025
Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem was NOT prepared for Rep. Seth Magaziner (D-RI) to come with receipts during her hearing before a House committee on national security threats. Continue reading “Deported U.S. Veteran ZOOMs Into Noem Hearing”
A federal judge in Maryland today ordered the release of Kilmar Abrego García from ICE custody “immediately.”
The El Salvadoran was mistakenly deported this year before being returned to the United States where he’s basically been used as a pawn by the Trump administration. Continue reading “Judge Orders Immediate Release Of Kilmar Abrego García”
Some news items as we hippity-hop over Hump Day:
• The Advocate: Seattle PrideFest has encouraged folks attending the June 26 World Cup match to bring rainbow flags to celebrate Pride Month. But leaders in each nation’s football federations publicly rebuked the idea, saying such events clashed with their cultural and religious values.
The nations involved in the first-ever World Cup Pride Match — Egypt and Iran — are asking FIFA to cancel it, calling it “culturally and religiously contrary” to their values. Both countries have criminalized same-sex sexual relations.
• JoeMyGod: One Million Moms is really concernstipated over a new ad from Kohls Department Store that playfully insinuates using the “elf-word.” #srsly Continue reading “Egypt And Iran Want Out Of World Cup Pride Match + More News”
The Defense Department is asking a panel of judges at the Fourth Circuit Court of Appeals to reinstate its policy banning prospective service members who are HIV+ even though they are asymptomatic and have undetectable viral loads. Continue reading “Defense Dept Asks Appeals Court To Reinstate Ban On HIV+ Recruits”
Some news stories you might have missed:
• Playbill: Broadway’s “The Queen of Versailles” starring Kristin Chenoweth has moved up its final performance to December 21 due to “harsh economic realities.” Following very mixed reviews, the show announced it would close after the holidays on January 4. Continue reading “‘The Queen Of Versailles’ To Close Early + Appeals Court Upholds Military Trans Ban + More”
Just when you thought that the Trump administration couldn’t sink any lower, there’s this moment in history. Immigrants approved for citizenship were ‘plucked out’ of line moments before pledging allegiance — the final step in the citizenship process.
The immigrants were already approved to be naturalized following years of going through the proper steps including legally acquiring a green card, undergoing extensive interviews, multiple background checks, classes and a citizenship test. Continue reading “Immigrants Approved To Be Naturalized Pulled Out Of Line Before Pledging Allegiance”
Some news stories for you as we head into the new week:
• OUT: With the recent third episode of “Heated Rivalry” introducing Scott and Kip’s streamy romance, Robbie G.K. (above) is now getting a ton of love on social media for his sexy physique and impressive portrayal of Kip. Continue reading “Robbie G.K. In ‘Heated Rivalry’ + World Cup LGBTQ Pride Match + More”
The 2026 Golden Globe Award nominations have been announced with “One Battle After Another” scoring the most nods with nine nominations.
TRR favorite “WICKED: For Good” is in the mix with Cynthia Erivo (Best Performance by a Female Actor in a Motion Picture – Musical or Comedy) and Ariana Grande (Best Performance by a Female Actor in a Supporting Role in any Motion Picture) being recognized in separate acting categories. Continue reading “Cynthia Erivo Makes History As 2026 Golden Globe Noms Announced”