State Lawmakers Target Same-Sex Marriage: The Impact of Trump’s Anti-LGBTQ+ Agenda and a Shifting Supreme Court

Getty Images Paul M. Collins Jr., UMass Amherst Since the landmark Obergefell v. Hodges ruling in 2015, which legalized same-sex marriage, renewed opposition has emerged. While public support has risen to 70%, Republican lawmakers in several states are pushing symbolic bills aimed at overturning this decision. Concerns are mounting among same-sex couples, with many fearing legal repercussions if Obergefell is reversed. Michigan's Democrats are advocating for protective measures, while Missouri firms assist LGBTQ+ couples in preparing legal safeguards. The political climate suggests that attacks on same-sex marriage may intensify, posing risks to hard-won rights.