Valerie Richardson
Articles by Valerie Richardson
ACLU sues over newly signed Oklahoma law banning gender-transition treatment for minors
The ink was barely dry on Oklahoma Gov. Kevin Stitt's signature when the American Civil Liberties Union sued to stop the enforcement of Senate Bill 613, a law banning gender-transition hormones and surgeries for minor children. Published May 2, 2023
Transgender cyclist’s win fuels backlash over rise of male-born athletes racing with women
In the world of women's pro cycling, it's becoming increasingly difficult to avoid racing against male-born athletes who identify as women. Just ask Hannah Arensman. Published May 2, 2023
Montana judge rejects Zooey Zephyr’s bid to return to House floor after censure
A Montana judge refused to block the House censure of Democratic state Rep. Zooey Zephyr for breach of decorum, meaning the lawmaker will likely finish the legislative session without being permitted to enter the statehouse floor. Published May 2, 2023
![Delaware County [Indiana] Councilman Ryan Webb, a Republican, announced April 12, 2023, that he now identifies as a lesbian woman of color. The married father of six has not changed his appearance in any way. (Photo courtesy of Ryan Webb)](https://twt-thumbs-staging.washtimes.com/media-staging.washtimes.com/media/image/2023/05/02/RyanWebb1_c0-178-1057-794_s652x380.jpg?7fb454f1729d78a13d2a01c32fc272ddc8c43676)
Indiana Republican Ryan Webb mocks left by coming out as lesbian woman of color
Republican Ryan Webb may look like a typical straight White male, but he wants the voters of Delaware County, Indiana, to know that he identifies as a lesbian woman of color. Published May 1, 2023
Judge blocks Missouri attorney general’s emergency restrictions on transgender drugs, procedures
A Missouri judge temporarily halted Attorney General Andrew Bailey's emergency restrictions on gender-transition drugs and surgeries, saying current patients would be subject to "immediate and irreparable loss, damage or injury" if the regulations take effect. Published May 1, 2023
ACLU sues to block Montana Legislature’s censure of transgender Rep. Zooey Zephyr
The American Civil Liberties Union has sued to overturn the Montana Legislature's censure of Democratic state Rep. Zooey Zephyr, arguing that the male-to-female transgender lawmaker's free speech rights were violated based on gender identity. Published May 1, 2023
Robert F. Kennedy Jr. splits with Democrats by opposing biological males in women’s sports
A Democratic presidential hopeful says he's against biological males competing against women in sports, and no, it's not President Biden. Published April 30, 2023
Republicans demand Biden administration protect campus free speech after Riley Gaines melee
The Biden administration has been noticeably mum about the mob that harassed former collegiate swimmer Riley Gaines at San Francisco State University, and House Republicans aren't willing to let it slide. Published April 28, 2023
Dylan Mulvaney calls for making it ‘illegal’ to use non-preferred pronouns
Transgender influencer Dylan Mulvaney said it should be against the law to misgender people by using their non-preferred pronouns in a resurfaced video clip making the rounds on social media. Published April 28, 2023
Biden administration sues to block Tennessee law barring transgender surgeries for minors
The Biden administration is challenging Tennessee's newly passed law banning gender-transition drugs and surgeries for children, accusing the state of illegal discrimination based on "transgender status." Published April 27, 2023
Defying the gavel: State legislators risk censure, removal by breaking strict rules of decorum
Montana state Rep. Zooey Zephyr had already run afoul of the House leadership by accusing legislators of having "blood on your hands," but after a raucous protest at the state capitol, the Republican majority declared enough. Published April 27, 2023
Tucker Carlson’s Twitter video views outnumber Fox News audience in old time slot
Tucker Carlson may no longer be hosting a show on the Fox News Channel, but he still knows how to pull in an audience. Published April 27, 2023
What is a woman? Kansas Legislature has the answer with Women’s Bill of Rights
The Kansas Legislature overrode Gov. Laura Kelly's veto of a bill enacting a biological definition of the word "woman," a measure that prevents courts and government officials from redefining the term to include biological men who identify as women. Published April 27, 2023
Kansas enacts law saving babies born alive
The Kansas Legislature overrode Gov. Laura Kelly's veto of a bill requiring doctors to try to save babies born alive after botched abortions, one of three abortion-related bills that GOP lawmakers are seeking to enact over the Democratic governor's opposition. Published April 27, 2023
Tucker Carlson breaks silence after Fox News exit: ‘True things prevail’
Tucker Carlson broke two days of public silence on Wednesday evening by issuing a cryptic message hinting about his future, saying that there remain a few places where "you can still find Americans saying true things." Published April 26, 2023
Newsmax reports surge in viewers after Tucker Carlson’s exit from Fox News
The Fox News Channel's loss of top-rated host Tucker Carlson has apparently become Newsmax's gain. Published April 26, 2023
Al Sharpton demands ‘full explanation’ from CNN on firing of ‘superb journalist’ Don Lemon
CNN's decision to part ways with longtime anchor Don Lemon didn't exactly shock media-watchers, but it did blindside Al Sharpton. Published April 26, 2023
Senate Democrats, Republicans trade extremism charges on abortion bill to ‘codify Roe’
Democrats accusing Republicans of abortion extremism had the charge thrown back in their faces at a Senate Judiciary Committee hearing on the Women's Health Protection Act, legislation that would lift virtually all limits on pregnancy termination. Published April 26, 2023
What’s next for Tucker Carlson? Offers pour in as Fox-watchers debate network’s future
Tucker Carlson may be out of a job today, but don't expect him to remain unemployed for long. Published April 25, 2023
Michigan students sue school district for banning ‘Let’s Go Brandon’ sweatshirts
Two middle school students sued a Michigan school district after they were ordered to shed sweatshirts emblazoned with "Let's Go Brandon." The pupils are accusing the district of viewpoint discrimination for banning the anti-Biden slogan while allowing other political and social messaging. Published April 25, 2023
