Joe.My.God. LGBT News
The Associated Press reports:
Rep. Zooey Zephyr, the transgender state lawmaker silenced after telling Republicans they would have blood on their hands for opposing gender-affirming health care for kids, was barred from returning to the Montana House floor in a Tuesday court ruling that came just hours before the Legislature wrapped up its biennial session.
District Court Judge Mike Menahan said it was outside his authority to overrule lawmakers who voted last week to exclude Zephyr from the House floor and debates. He cited the importance of preserving the Constitution’s separation of powers between the legislative, executive and judicial branches.
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District Court Judge Mike Menahan said it was outside his authority to overrule lawmakers who voted to exclude Rep. Zooey Zephyr from the House floor and debates. https://t.co/ISI8QIeHEk
— USA TODAY (@USATODAY) May 3, 2023
Someone just attempted to SWAT me as well.
I am fine.
An individual reported an anonymous tip targeting my home in Missoula, and the police recognized that it was likely a hoax and called me.
I will say again. We will not be deterred. The fight for trans rights goes on. https://t.co/tu3IshzuXF
— Rep. Zooey Zephyr (@ZoAndBehold) May 3, 2023
Twitter blue checks were quick to label an attempting SWATing of trans legislative researcher @ErinInTheMorn a false flag and mock her for it. I’m sure they’ll retract after it was confirmed by Montgomery County PD, right? https://t.co/hj15VAm6G1 pic.twitter.com/CEk6BR0o3A
— Ari Drennen (@AriDrennen) May 2, 2023