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  • Human Rights Campaign Calls on Congress to Reject Anti-Transgender Provision in Defense Bill

    The Human Rights Campaign (HRC) has urged Congress to reject a controversial provision in the National Defense Authorization Act (NDAA) that would bar healthcare coverage for transgender children of servicemembers. HRC President Kelley Robinson denounced the provision on Saturday, describing it as a “slap in the face” to military families. “Anti-equality House Republican leaders are…

  • In Ohio: Controversial Bill Restricts Transgender Students’ Bathroom Access

    On Wednesday, Ohio Governor Mike DeWine signed into law Senate Bill (SB) 104, which restricts transgender students’ access to restrooms that align with their gender identity. The new legislation mandates that public school buildings designate student restrooms, locker rooms, changing rooms, and shower rooms based on “biological sex,” excluding gender identity from consideration. SB 104,…

  • U.S. Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin Overturns 9/11 Plea Deal, Rejects Removal of Death Penalty

    U.S. Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin has intervened to reject a plea deal that would have allowed three alleged planners of the September 11, 2001, terrorist attacks to avoid the death penalty. The plea agreement, revealed earlier this week, had proposed that Khalid Shaikh Mohammed, Walid Bin ‘Attash, and Mustafa al Hawsawi plead guilty to their…

  • California Governor Issues Executive Order to Clear Homeless Encampments

    In a move to address the ongoing homelessness crisis, California Governor Gavin Newsom issued an executive order on Thursday, setting clear guidelines for the removal of homeless encampments by state agencies and departments. The order also encourages local governments to adopt similar policies. The executive order mandates state agencies under Newsom’s authority to address homeless…

  • New Hampshire Bans Transgender Girls From Women’s Sports

    New Hampshire Governor Chris Sununu has signed legislation that bans transgender girls from competing in school athletics teams that align with their gender identity. This significant legal development is part of a broader set of measures addressing transgender issues in the state. New Legislation Details Governor Sununu signed HB1205, a bill requiring schools to determine…

  • Louisiana Governor Faces Lawsuit Over 10 Commandments Law After Saying He Wished To Be Sued

    The ACLU has filed a lawsuit on behalf of Louisiana families with children in public schools to challenge a new state law requiring the Ten Commandments to be displayed in every classroom, calling it “blatantly unconstitutional.” Republican Gov. Jeff Landry signed H.B. 71 into law on Wednesday, making Louisiana the first state to mandate the…

  • In Georgia A New Law Bans Bail For Almost 30 Offenses, Restricts Bail Assistance To For-Profit Bond Agents

    Georgia lawmakers recently approved a controversial bill aimed at restricting bail funds and criminalizing protest activities, sparking concerns among legal experts and civil rights advocates. The new law, signed by Governor Brian Kemp, effectively makes bail unpayable for a wide range of offenses, including protest-related charges like unlawful assembly. It also imposes strict limitations on…