Editorial photo #9315848 Politics

Biden signs Respect for Marriage Act

House Speaker Nancy Pelosi get s a hug from Senate Majority Leader Chuck Schumer at the signing ceremony for the Respect for Marriage Act at the White House. Both worked for many years to pass legislation legalizing same-sex and interracial marriages. Congress passed the bipartisan bill after Supreme Court Justice Clarence Thomas commented that the decision permitting same-sex marriage could be next on the chopping block after abortion. (Photo by Allison Bailey/NurPhoto)

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Photo ID: #9315848
Date taken: 13 December 2022
Location: —
Photographer: Allison Bailey/NurPhoto
Category: Politics

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