Violence Against Women Act renewal clears House vote
The House approves a broad renewal of the Violence Against Women Act, 286 to 138, after GOP leaders drop a more limited plan. Obama pledges to sign promptly. The bill, renewing a 1994 standard on domestic abuse, faced GOP opposition over LGBT and tribal provisions but wins bipartisan support and moves to the president.
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Obama urges court to overturn California gay marriage ban
President Barack Obama urged the Supreme Court to strike down California Proposition 8 and expand marriage rights for gays nationwide. The brief, the first from a sitting president, argues same sex couples deserve equal recognition and benefits, noting shared life milestones and family commitments.
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