GOP Platform Proposal Omits Traditional Marriage Definition

Trump-backed platform, set for RNC vote, shifts focus from same-sex marriage to broader family values.

The new proposal marks a departure from the GOP's historical stance on defining marriage exclusively as between a man and a woman.
LGBTQ+ Republicans view the omission as a victory, though many LGBTQ+ advocacy groups remain critical of the overall platform.
The platform emphasizes the sanctity of marriage and family without explicitly excluding same-sex marriages.
Debate continues within the GOP, with some members lamenting the lack of explicit language on marriage and life issues.
The platform also includes measures targeting transgender rights, such as bans on gender-affirming surgeries and men in women's sports.