The US Department of Justice has filed a lawsuit against the state of Tennessee, challenging a recently passed law that bans gender-affirming care for minors. The lawsuit argues that the law violates the Fourteenth Amendment’s Equal Protection Clause, discriminating against individuals on the basis of sex and transgender status. The lawsuit seeks to block the law from taking effect and to ensure that transgender youth in Tennessee have access to the same medical care as non-transgender minors. It is a reminder that transgender youth should have the same access to medically necessary care as any other minor.
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Former Arkansas Governor Asa Hutchinson announced his candidacy for the Republican presidential nomination, touting his long career in public service and a commonsense conservative approach on the economy, crime and border security. President Joe Biden, 80, expressed confidence in his chances of winning against former President Donald Trump in 2024, while Hutchinson, 72, joins a crowded field of potential candidates for the 2024 presidential election. Hutchinson focused on kitchen-table issues in his prepared remarks, saying it is about making the tough decisions to rebuild the economy, give peace a chance, and renew the American spirit of freedom.
Former Arkansas Gov. Asa Hutchinson has announced his candidacy for the Republican Party's 2024 presidential nomination. In his speech, he criticized the Biden administration's economic policies and promised to get the economy back on track if elected. He also highlighted his long history of public service, saying his "mettle has been tested" and he is ready to lead the country. Hutchinson's announcement marks the start of a competitive race for the nomination.
Larry Elder, a conservative talk radio host and failed 2021 California gubernatorial recall candidate, has announced his intention to run for the Republican presidential nomination in 2024. Elder is considered a long-shot candidate, but is confident in his ability to lead the country to a “new American Golden Age.” His candidacy is sure to be contentious, as he joins a crowded Republican field, but his announcement adds another layer of intrigue to the 2024 presidential race.
On Wednesday, strong storms, including tornadoes, winds and hail, swept through parts of the Central U.S., leaving at least two people dead and several others injured. The National Weather Service issued tornado and severe thunderstorm warnings, and video footage from the scene showed emergency vehicles making their way past damaged buildings. The American Red Cross is providing assistance to those affected and urging people to prepare for future storms.
Kansas has passed a law banning transgender athletes from participating in girls' and women's sports from kindergarten through college, overriding the veto of Democratic Governor Laura Kelly. The law has been met with criticism from LGBTQ activists and the Kansas State High School Activities Association, who argue that it is discriminatory and difficult to enforce. It is the latest in a series of restrictions on LGBTQ rights in the state.
Former Arkansas Governor Asa Hutchinson has announced his candidacy for the 2024 Republican presidential nomination, challenging former President Donald Trump who is currently the front-runner. Hutchinson has served in various political roles since 1997, and is the first major rival to challenge Trump for the nomination. He made the announcement in an interview with ABC’s “This Week” that aired Sunday and plans to make a formal announcement in April in Arkansas.
This article discusses the aftermath of a major storm system that swept through the Midwest and South on Friday and Saturday morning, resulting in 11 deaths and dozens of injuries. Arkansas suffered the most casualties, with four people killed in Wynne, and one in North Little Rock. Other states affected include Indiana, Alabama, Missouri, Mississippi, and Tennessee. The National Weather Service issued more than 50 preliminary tornado reports, and local officials are urging residents to remain vigilant.