Federal Judge Strikes Down Tennessee's Anti-Drag Law as Unconstitutional.

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A federal judge has ruled that Tennessee's anti-drag law is unconstitutional, stating that it is both "unconstitutionally vague and substantially overbroad" and encourages "discriminatory enforcement." The law, which was set to take effect on April 1, would have placed strict limits on drag shows, banning them from public property or anywhere minors might be present. The law was challenged by the Memphis-based Friends of George's, who produce "drag-centric performances, comedy sketches, and plays" with no age restrictions. The ruling marks the second major proposal targeting LGBTQ+ people passed by state lawmakers this year.
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