EDGE Los Angeles

Though LGBT groups remain optimistic on an inclusive LGBT immigration bill, some have raised concern that the gay amendments could destroy the bill’s chances of becoming law.

LGBTs and their allies stood together on April 10 to demand that the Gang of 8 deliver comprehensive immigration reform.

Recognizing its dwindling base and lack of minorities, the Grand Old Party has quickly repositioned itself as more welcoming, setting off a sea change in their involvement in LGBT issues.

Senate Majority Leader Harry Reid said he expects the Senate to pass the immigration reform, which protects LGBT bi-national families, even though conservatives, including Sen. John McCain, have strongly opposed the idea.

When a Philippina lesbian and her adult son were threatened with deportation, they cried foul, noting that the plaintiff, Jane DeLeon, was legally married to her same-sex partner, a U.S. citizen. A class-action suit followed.

In the euphoria over recent marriage-equality wins, have we forgotten equally important issues?

For those LGBT individuals seeking political asylum in the United States, the road may prove to be an ardous one. In fact, it may even more difficult today. EDGE’s Joe Erbentraut offers this report.

Some Democrats are seeking to bolster an immigration reform package by including a bill that would give gay and lesbian Americans the same rights to sponsor committed lifetime partners from abroad that straight Americans enjoy.

Under a framework for proposed legislation, gay and lesbian Americans in committed partnerships with same-sex significant others could gain the same right to help their loved ones become citizens that is currently enjoyed by heterosexuals.