Overview

• Drag queen story hours across the U.S. continue to face bomb threats, cancellations, and backlash, with the latest incident occurring at the Lancaster Public Library in Pennsylvania.
• No explosive devices were found after a bomb threat led to the cancellation of a Drag Queen Story Hour at the Lancaster Public Library.
• Police are committed to identifying and prosecuting those responsible for the bomb threats, emphasizing that such actions waste public resources and disrupt community peace.
• Supporters of drag queen story hours argue they are family-friendly events that celebrate diversity and inclusivity, despite accusations of being inappropriate for children.
• Legal challenges have blocked bans on drag events in states like Texas and Tennessee, citing the First Amendment and deeming such bans unconstitutional.