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Did Starbucks Reverse On Pride Support? + More News

Starbucks' employees say the coffee house has banned Pride decorations in stores halfway through Pride Month. If true, it would be a stunning cave to far-right anti-LGBTQ fury—but the coffee chain denies the rumors.

Some news stories you might have missed:

• New Republic: Starbucks’ employees say the coffee house has banned Pride decorations in stores halfway through Pride Month. If true, it would be a stunning cave to far-right anti-LGBTQ fury—but the coffee chain denies the rumors.

• The Advocate: At a time when access is under attack, the American Medical Association has strengthened its position supporting gender-affirming care for all transgender and gender-diverse people.

• Queerty: Check out this round-up of pics from Queerty’s Pride50 celebration, a party that is quickly becoming one of the early kick-offs to New York City’s Pride season.

• Washington Examiner: GOP presidential candidate Nikki Haley said she would be “inclined” to pardon former President Donald Trump if he is convicted of federal crimes. Just yesterday, Haley said if the charges are true Trump’s actions were extremely “reckless.”

• Yahoo News: Gay champion diver Greg Louganis announced he is auctioning three of his five Olympics medals with a portion of the proceeds benefiting the Damien Center, an HIV/AIDS service organization.

• LGBTQ Nation: Sesame Street, the long-running children’s show, has been celebrating Pride all month long – and it’s the most heartwarming thing you’ll see this week.