“This week has been awash in news surrounding the invasion of the U.S. Capitol by supporters of Donald Trump, who used Twitter to tell them when to gather, as well as the fallout. Civilians and law enforcement have died from their involvement, and the U.S. House of Representatives is primed to launch another impeachment. Many are also pushing Vice President Mike Pence to invoke the 25th Amendment, which would remove Trump immediately from office — others, like Lady Gaga, are not a fan of this option. But while this has rightfully been getting a majority of the headlines — as well as Trump’s ongoing deplatforming by major social media networks — the Trump administration has been pushing forward its assault on LGBTQ+ rights and protections…”

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