WorldPride 2025 in Washington, D.C.

WorldPride 2025 concludes in Washington, D.C. with a parade ending at the U.S. Capitol, marking the first time D.C. hosts the event. Despite the historic significance and the 50th anniversary of Pride events in D.C., reservations exist among the LGBTQ+ community due to the political environment and limited rights for trans people under President Trump's executive orders.

Hungarian Law Banning Pride Events and Facial Recognition Use

Hungarian lawmakers passed a law banning Pride events and allowing the use of facial recognition to identify attendees, part of a crackdown on the LGBTQ community by Prime Minister Viktor Orbán's party. The law prohibits the depiction or promotion of homosexuality to minors under 18, with fines for attending such events. Opposition calls the law fascist and an attempt to silence critical voices.

National Park Service Reverses Ban on Park Rangers Attending Pride Events

The National Park Service reversed its ban on park rangers attending Pride events in uniform after pressure from the LGBTQ community. TikTok influencer AJ Sanchez criticized lewd displays at Pride parades as not representing the LGBTQIA+ community.