This week on Queer News: we’re talking about how Colorado protects same-sex marriage, the community mourns Jiggly Caliente & BET to celebrate Black Queer icons
Family, this week we honor the legacy of the incredible Coretta Scott King, a true trailblazer for Black and LGBTQ+ liberation. In politics, Colorado moves to permanently protect same-sex marriage, Minnesota takes a bold stand against Trump’s attacks on trans youth, and George Santos faces the consequences of his deception. In culture and entertainment, BET announces a fabulous celebration for Black queer icons, we mourn the devastating loss of Jiggly Caliente, and Jennifer Beals gifts The L Word fans a gorgeous re-release of her photographic journal. Plus, we wrap up National Poetry Month with a moving poem by James Baldwin. Let’s get into it!
🏛️ Politics
1. Colorado Protects Same-Sex Marriage in State Law Governor Jared Polis signs a bill ensuring marriage equality in Colorado, safeguarding LGBTQ+ rights no matter what happens federally.
2. Minnesota Sues Trump Administration Over Trans Youth Protections Attorney General Keith Ellison leads the charge, standing up to federal bullying and defending the rights and dignity of trans kids.
3. George Santos Sentenced to 7 Years in Prison The disgraced former congressman faces serious time behind bars after convictions for wire fraud and identity theft.
🎭 Culture & Entertainment
4. BET Hosts 3rd Annual Black + Iconic Soirée Honoring LGBTQ+ Trailblazers Black queer excellence shines as Bob the Drag Queen, Hope Giselle, Ashlee Marie Preston, and others are celebrated for their impact.
5. Community Mourns Loss of Drag Legend Jiggly Caliente RuPaul’s Drag Race alum and activist Bianca Castro, aka Jiggly Caliente, passes away at 44, leaving behind a powerful legacy.
6. Jennifer Beals Re-Releases The L Word Photographic Journal Go behind the scenes of the groundbreaking series with intimate snapshots captured by Beals herself, celebrating queer storytelling history.
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05:48 Queer News Headlines
06:19 Colorado Protects Same-Sex Marriage in State Law
08:40 Minnesota Sues Trump Administration Over Trans Youth Protections
11:53 George Santos Sentenced to 7 Years in Prison
15:08 BET Hosts 3rd Annual Black + Iconic Soirée Honoring LGBTQ+ Trailblazers
17:11 Community Mourns Loss of Drag Legend Jiggly Caliente
19:54 Jennifer Beals Re-Releases The L Word Photographic Journal
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