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Fifth Circuit to Revisit West Texas A&M's Drag Show Ban

10/28/2025

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Court Reconsiders Drag Ban

The Fifth Circuit Court of Appeals will reconsider West Texas A&M University's drag-show ban, with oral arguments on January 19.
The case follows the cancellation of a drag show organized by LGBTQ+ students for charity.
The Institute of Business Management in Karachi saw students protest a female student's expulsion after reporting harassment.
The university reinstated her just before a planned protest.
Activists stress the need for stronger protections for students.

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UCLA Faculty Opposes Settlement

UCLA faculty associations urged Governor Newsom to oppose U.S. President Donald Trump’s $1.2 billion settlement demand.
The move follows a lawsuit forcing UCLA to disclose a proposal to reduce diversity efforts.
The administration’s demands include hiring a senior administrator to review diversity policies, banning gender-affirming care for minors, and preventing foreign students from enrolling.
Over 600 UC Jewish community members oppose settlement, citing concerns about free expression and campus safety.

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Court Reconsiders Drag Ban

The Fifth Circuit Court of Appeals will reconsider West Texas A&M University's drag-show ban, with oral arguments on January 19.
The case follows the cancellation of a drag show organized by LGBTQ+ students for charity.
The Institute of Business Management in Karachi saw students protest a female student's expulsion after reporting harassment.
The university reinstated her just before a planned protest.
Activists stress the need for stronger protections for students.

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