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Rep. Garcia Drops Pride Playlist, Protests Trans Athlete Ban

7/1/2026

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Rep. Robert Garcia released his 2026 Pride playlist on Apple Music and Spotify in protest after Supreme Court barred transgender athletes.
Garcia, ranking Democrat on House Oversight and Government Reform Committee, could chair it if Democrats regain House.
The playlist mixes Latin and queer club songs reflecting his Peruvian immigrant background.
Garcia said work on President Donald Trump’s administration will continue while he makes time for music, family and friends.

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Rep. Robert Garcia released his 2026 Pride playlist on Apple Music and Spotify in protest after Supreme Court barred transgender athletes.
Garcia, ranking Democrat on House Oversight and Government Reform Committee, could chair it if Democrats regain House.
The playlist mixes Latin and queer club songs reflecting his Peruvian immigrant background.
Garcia said work on President Donald Trump’s administration will continue while he makes time for music, family and friends.