Laphonza Butler has been appointed to the U.S. Senate by California Gov. Gavin Newsom, making her the first out Black LGBTQ+ U.S. senator. She is the president of EMILYs List, a Democratic group dedicated to electing women who support abortion rights, and is ready to serve. Her appointment is a testament to the progress that can be made when women are given the opportunity to lead, and will continue the legacy of Sen. Dianne Feinstein.
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Elton John concluded his Farewell Yellow Brick Road tour, the highest-grossing tour of all time, with a show in Stockholm, Sweden on Saturday night. Coldplay dropped in via video to show their appreciation for the singer, and John expressed his gratitude for the support he has received throughout the tour. He is now looking forward to spending time with his family after five years and 333 concerts.
Five deputies from the Rankin County Sheriff's Office in Jackson, Mississippi have been fired or resigned following an incident involving two Black men, Jenkins and Parker, who allege that they were beaten, assaulted with a sex toy, and shocked with Tasers. The US Department of Justice has opened a civil rights investigation into the incident, and Jenkins and Parker are seeking justice for the alleged assault and shooting.
A federal judge has ruled that Tennessee's law restricting drag performances in public or where children were present is unconstitutional, striking a blow to efforts in U.S. states to regulate LGBTQ conduct. U.S. District Judge Thomas Parker noted that the First Amendment to the Constitution commands that laws infringing on freedom of speech must be narrow and well defined. This ruling is a victory for LGBTQ rights activists and a reminder of the importance of the First Amendment in protecting freedom of speech, though it is likely to be appealed.
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A federal judge in Tennessee has temporarily blocked a law that would have placed strict limits on drag shows in the state, noting that the state has failed to provide a "compelling government interest" for why it should regulate drag performances so severely. The law was met with criticism from LGBTQ+ activists and allies, and the temporary restraining order issued by Judge Parker will remain in effect until April 15, when the court will hear arguments from both sides.
A federal judge in Tennessee has granted a temporary injunction against a first-of-its-kind law that would have placed strict limits on drag shows, citing that it "missed the mark" when it came to protecting free speech. The law was signed into effect by Tennessee Governor Bill Lee, a Republican, on March 2 and has been met with strong opposition from the LGBTQ+ community. The case is ongoing and a hearing is scheduled for April 13 to determine if the law will be allowed to take effect or if it will be permanently blocked by the court.
Four members of the Oath Keepers have been found guilty of conspiring to obstruct an official proceeding in connection with the January 6th Capitol attack. Two other defendants were found guilty of entering and remaining on restricted grounds, but acquitted of the most serious charges. The jury is still deliberating the most serious counts against two remaining defendants.