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June Has Become 'Nuclear Family Month,' With TN, IN, and Other Red States Pushing Back on Pride

Jeffries targets Andy Ogles over homophobic post

House Minority Leader Hakeem Jeffries (D-NY) pledged to defeat Rep. Andy Ogles (R-TN) after the Republican congressman made an inflammatory social media post Tuesday morning. Ogles wrote, “Homosexuality has no place in America.” He has since deleted the post. “He’s someone who continues to make clear that Republicans have zero interest in actually doing anything […]

'I'm saddened': MAGA lawmaker's 'insane comment' about Pride Month triggers reactions

Rep. Andy Ogles (R-TN) kicked off Pride Month on Tuesday by insisting that “homosexuality has no place in America,” and instead voiced support for the non-existent “Nuclear Family Month” in an apparent jab to the LGBTQ community, a series of remarks that elicited sighs from onlookers.“These posts get sadder and sadder every year,” wrote Andrew Wortman, a prominent political commentator and writer, in a social media post on X to his nearly 300,000 followers.Ogles has developed a reputation for making provocative and controversial remarks, including his assertion that “Muslims don’t belong in American society” back in March, or that his child “still has nightmares” about former President Joe Biden. His latest remarks, that "homosexuality" had “no place” in the United States, appeared to exhaust several observers.“Notable that Rep. Andy Ogles isn't even opposing gay marriage here. He's straight up saying ‘homosexuality has no place in America,’” noted MS NOW’s Matt Fuller in a social media post on X. “Seems like the GOP may be retracing its steps on this issue.”Ogles’ remarks even caught the attention of a fellow supporter of President Donald Trump and ex-lawmaker, former Rep. George Santos (R-NY), who is openly gay.“As much as I support the Nuclear family and how fundamental it is for life. I never thought I’d hear a person I consider a friend say there is no place for me in this country simply because of who I chose to love,” Santos wrote in a social media post on X, responding to Ogles’ online post.“I never once pushed my lifestyle onto anyone and have always voted and advocated for conservative principles. But I have the same civil rights as anyone else in this country and I am saddened by this insane comment.”And Katherine Gates, the digital director for the voter outreach organization Voters of Tomorrow, expressed sympathy for Ogles.“It seems exhausting being this hateful!” Gates wrote in a social media post on X. “B---- and moan all you want Andy. Gay marriage isn’t going anywhere. Happy pride y’all.”As much as I support the Nuclear family and how fundamental it is for life.I never thought I’d hear a person I consider a friend say there is no place for me in this country simply because of who I chose to love.I never once pushed my lifestyle onto anyone and have always…— George Santos (@Georgesantos) June 2, 2026

Rick Crawford should be Trump’s next director of national intelligence

At the end of this month, Tulsi Gabbard steps down as the director of national intelligence, following a bumpy 16-month tenure as our nation’s top spy. Gabbard was an unconventional fit, as a Democrat opposed to most foreign wars. In President Donald Trump’s second term, with its multiple military operations around the globe, she became […]

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Just 1 MLB team opts out of Pride Night as league shifts toward LGBT 'package'

Gay pride is still the norm for Major League Baseball, but the way teams are going about it is slowly changing.Throughout June, pro baseball teams will once again put their marketing budgets toward recognizing lesser-held sexual orientations, with 97% of teams participating in the festivities.'46% of MLB fans claim "Pride Nights make them ‘less likely’ to attend MLB games."'At the same time, though, these promotions have become increasingly unpopular among sports fans. Several recent studies have pointed to a near-even split between supporters and detractors; for example, Forbes noted a study that found "48-55% rated the Pride promotions negatively or neutral."Civic Science's own research found that 46% of MLB fans claim "Pride Nights make them ‘less likely’ to attend MLB games."Furthermore, a Morning Consult study stated that "almost half of U.S. adults (47%) said they support leagues hosting Pride Nights."To that end, the only MLB team that has refrained from hosting Pride Night is the Texas Rangers, which have never hosted such an event. They do sell Pride-themed merchandise online, however.Blaze News reached out to other MLB teams to find out whether they have changed their approach to Pride Nights for 2026 given the growing division it has sown among fans.RELATED: Here are all the NFL teams that haven't virtue-signaled for Pride Month Jeremy Chen/Getty Images Teams that responded mostly followed a new Pride Night trend being adopted by many MLB franchises: Instead of having a grand celebration and handing out gay-themed merchandise to all ticket-holders, fans have the option to purchase a special Pride package that includes tickets and memorabilia.The St. Louis Cardinals organization is focused on making sure all fans "feel welcome at the ballpark, are respectful towards others, and can freely share in the commonality of our love for the Cardinals and the game of baseball," a Cardinals spokesperson told Blaze News.The Cards are offering a Pride-themed team cap for fans who buy a "theme ticket."The Cincinnati Reds commented that they have partnered with "Cincinnati Pride" and honored a recipient with a Pride Community Advocate Award. As part of their special ticket package, the Reds have included a cross-body bag that features the transgender flag on the strap.A representative of the Detroit Tigers asked Blaze News for further context about the Pride-related questions but did not provide a response to any of the queries. Among many other promotions like "Juneteenth" jerseys, the Tigers are offering a Pride package that includes a rainbow-strapped belt bag.RELATED: 5 pro athletes who boldly take a knee — for Jesus Christ Phebe Grosser/MLB Photos/Getty Images The New York Yankees told Blaze News that they would continue to work with organizations to celebrate the Legacy of Pride, which has included donations to the Yankees-Stonewall Scholarship Initiative. "Stonewall" refers to a riot at a gay bar in New York City that was raided by police in 1969.The Yankees organization noted that they have partnered with groups like Jewish Queer Youth, an organization that allegedly "empowers Jewish queer teens."The Yankees will also offer limited-edition Yankees Pride caps that are sold with specific tickets.Like Blaze News? Bypass the censors, sign up for our newsletters, and get stories like this direct to your inbox. Sign up here!

Target Replaces Pride Collection With All-American Nuclear Family

Now for a little dose of good news: while some companies are clinging to Pride-themed ad campaigns in June, one of the most notorious offenders is going all-in for Americana just ahead of the nation’s 250th birthday. Target’s homepage on Tuesday featured a man and woman with children smiling and clad in red, white, and ...

NFL social media accounts were silent to start Pride Month

The NFL has not posted about Pride Month on its X account in three years.