The wild & wicked politics of Trump's first week, Creating Change was a refuge for queer advocates, and GLAAD Media award nominees are announced - January 27, 2025

This week on Queer News, Anna DeShawn dives into the first chaotic days of the 47th presidency and the real-life impacts on our community. Plus, we're recapping the Creating Change conference—a true queer refuge in these wild and wicked times. From politics to culture, we've got you covered.

🎙️ Chanting for Change: Creating Change wrapped up with a powerful chant: "What side are you on? I'm on freedom's side." This year's conference was a refuge, and I'll share why it felt like a much-needed brave space.

📰 In Politics:

• The 47th president wasted no time, signing a staggering 26 executive orders on Day 1, targeting LGBTQ rights, climate policies, and more.

• Rep. Emily Randall fights back against transphobic policies with a powerful statement: her office bathroom is now a safe space for all.

• Texas Rep. Venton Jones proposes to his partner on the House floor, proving love always wins.

🌟 In Culture & Entertainment:

• Over 2,500 queers took over Las Vegas for the Creating Change conference where the theme was rooted in resistance, love and power.

• GLAAD announces nominees for the 36th annual GLAAD Media Awards — who made the list?

• Unrivaled women's sports league is here, and I made a schedule to make sure you don't miss a game! Subscribe to the Queer News podcast newsletter to get the link. Subscribe here, https://bit.ly/UnrivaledSchedule

📚 Anna's Got a Word: Bishop Mariann Budde made a courageous plea to President Trump — let's talk about we can harness the same courage in our own lives.

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