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Broderick Slams Ayotte's Betrayal; Brown Faces LGBTQ+ Backlash

8/2/2025

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John T. Broderick Jr. condemned Governor Kelly A. Ayotte's alterations to a settlement fund for abuse victims, labeling it a betrayal of trust. In a bid to revive Canadian tourism, Ayotte and Taylor Caswell are now focusing on attracting domestic travelers. Meanwhile, Brown University is under fire for adopting Trump’s gender definitions, raising concerns over LGBTQ+ student rights.

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John T. Broderick Jr. condemned Governor Kelly A. Ayotte's alterations to a settlement fund for abuse victims, labeling it a betrayal of trust. In a bid to revive Canadian tourism, Ayotte and Taylor Caswell are now focusing on attracting domestic travelers. Meanwhile, Brown University is under fire for adopting Trump’s gender definitions, raising concerns over LGBTQ+ student rights.