10 Republican 'hate squad' lawmakers targeted by pro-LGBTQ+ Agenda PAC
Agenda PACs 2024 campaign targets ten incumbents with a history of anti-LGBTQ+ actions. Among them isCalifornia Republican U.S. Rep. Ken Calvert, who voted against repealing "dont ask, dont tell," in favor of barring LGBTQ+ people from adopting children, and in favor of firing people for being LGBTQ+.Florida Republican state legislators Susan Plasencia and Fabian Basabe are also on the list. Plasencia voted to end gender-affirming care and forcibly detransition trans minors, and Basabe has beenembroiled in controversy after voting in favor of an expansion of Floridas controversial dont say gay law. He has since defended that vote and has also pushed back against accusations by male staffers of creating a sexually charged work environment. Although a Florida House investigation cleared him of allegations, a civil suit is ongoing.Iowa Republican State Rep. Jon Dunwell sponsored a bill that forcibly outs trans students, while Missouri Republican State Rep.Bill Allen voted to ban trans kids from sports. Oklahoma Republican State Rep. Eric Roberts sponsored a bill targeting LGBTQ+ protesters at the Oklahoma State Capitol.
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