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Biden Vows Action Against Anti-LGBTQ Legislation at Historic White House Pride Event

  • President Biden criticized anti-LGBTQ laws passed in state legislatures and called for national action against them.
  • Biden promised to protect the rights of LGBTQ Americans and support programs assisting LGBTQ youth and victims of hate crimes.
  • Biden urged Congress to pass the Equality Act to strengthen civil rights protections for the LGBTQ community.
  • The event aimed to show Biden's support for the LGBTQ community amid a rise in discriminatory bills targeting them, especially transgender individuals.
  • Thousands attended the celebration, the largest Pride event in White House history, including Cabinet members who are openly LGBTQ.
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