Vice President Kamala Harris made history on Saturday as the first sitting VP to march in a Pride event.

She walked alongside Second Gentleman Doug Emhoff at the Capital Pride march in Washington, D.C., wearing a “Love is Love” t-shirt and greeting the crowd with “Happy Pride!” Her participation marked a significant moment in the ongoing fight for LGBTQ+ rights.

Pushing for LGBTQ+ Protections

During the event, Harris spoke about the importance of passing the Equality Act, which would provide federal protections for LGBTQ+ individuals in areas like employment and housing. “There is so much more work to do, and I know we are committed,” she said, reaffirming the administration’s stance on equality.

Honoring Pulse Nightclub Victims

Harris also paid tribute to the victims of the Pulse Nightclub shooting on its fifth anniversary.

She shared a message on social media honoring the 49 lives lost and calling for an end to gun violence. President Biden echoed her sentiments, announcing that he would sign legislation to designate the nightclub as a national memorial.

A Continued Commitment to Equality

The Biden-Harris administration has taken several steps to support LGBTQ+ rights, including restoring protections for transgender individuals, lifting the ban on transgender military service members, and advocating for broader anti-discrimination policies.

Harris’s participation in Capital Pride sends a strong message that the fight for equality is ongoing, and the administration remains committed to ensuring protections for all.

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