AntiHomosexuality

Final Appeal on Anti-Homosexuality Laws in Trinidad and Tobago Reaches London’s Privy Council Amidst Rising Tensions Over LGBTQ+ Rights

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London, England – A contentious legal battle that could change the landscape of LGBTQ+ rights in Trinidad and Tobago is set to be decided by the privy council in London, the country’s highest appeal court. This follows a surprise decision by Trinidad’s supreme court last week to reinstate laws criminalizing consensual same-sex acts, sparking international concern and prompting travel advisories for LGBTQ+ tourists. The legal saga began in earnest in 2018 when Trinidad’s high court ruled to abolish the archaic ‘buggery law,’ which dated back to 1925 under British colonial rule and criminalized consensual anal … Read more

Congressman Tim Walberg Faces Backlash for Alleged Support of Uganda’s Anti-Homosexuality Law

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Tipton, Michigan – Congressman Tim Walberg, a Republican from Tipton, is facing criticism after video footage emerged showing him encouraging Uganda’s leaders to stand firm against international pressure and condemnation. The lawmakers passed a law that imposes the death penalty for acts of “aggravated homosexuality.” Walberg made these remarks during the country’s national prayer breakfast at the president’s residence in Kampala. He clarified that he does not support the criminalization of homosexuality, according to his office. Uganda has drawn widespread condemnation since enacting a law in May 2023 that outlaws gay marriage and imposes life … Read more