President Joe Biden urged Americans to push back against Republican bills targeting the LGBTQ+ community, particularly transgender youth
restricting drag performances have created a threatening environment for LGTBQ people, Biden said.
"These bills and laws attack the most basic values and freedoms we have as Americans," he said, drawing cheers and applause from the crowd, where many wore rainbow colors, shorts and sundresses, and some came dressed in drag.U.S. President Joe Biden stands with the Harvey family as first lady Dr. Jill Biden delivers remarks during a Pride Celebration on the South Lawn of the White House, in Washington, U.S., June 10, 2023.
"Today, we say loud and clear - that you belong, that you are beautiful, that you are loved," she said. "Let it remind you that you don't have to face those battles alone. You are never alone."Biden this week announced
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