With chalk in hand, volunteers restore the color stripped from this LGBTQ street memorial overnight. The crosswalk, part of a tribute to 49 people killed in the 2016 Pulse nightclub shooting that targeted the LGBTQ plus community, was suddenly painted over by state officials Wednesday night. Florida Governor Ronda Santis posting the next day, "We will not allow our state roads to be commandeered for political purposes." He just wants you to think that you're winning somehow because you're attacking gay peop ...

LGBTQ+ Rights & Legal Framework - Hong Kong proposes a legal recognition framework for same-sex partnerships [1] - This marks a significant advancement for the LGBTQ+ community in Hong Kong [1]

LGBTQ+ Rights & Corporate Response - The Trump administration is curtailing legal protections for LGBTQ+ people and targeting gender-affirming care [2] - Trump's Pentagon ordered the renaming of the USNS Harvey Milk [3] - Gravity Research indicates nearly 40% of US companies are scaling back external Pride celebrations due to pressure from the Trump administration and conservative followers [3] - The report expresses disappointment that many corporations are abandoning commitments to tolerance and equality [4] Call to Action - The report urges demanding more than symbolic gestures from businesses, such as rainbow logos [5] - The report emphasizes the importance of US companies recognizing LGBTQ+ people as employees, customers, and partners [5] - The report advocates for consistent support for LGBTQ+ rights, even when facing backlash [5]