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Homosexuality was a ‘national security threat’ in Washington, DC: Author | ABCNL

ABC News’ Linsey Davis speaks with James Kirchick, author of “Secret City: The Hidden History of Gay Washington” about homophobic fears by the federal government…

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Actor Jussie Smollett’s defense rests its case l WNT

Jussie Smollett is charged with six counts of felony disorderly conduct. Prosecutors allege that he staged a racist and homophobic attack on himself. He has…

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Actor Jussie Smollett found guilty of lying about racist attack l WNT

Smollett pleaded not guilty to six counts of felony disorderly conduct for allegedly filing a false police report. He was found guilty of lying about…

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Jussie Smolett breaks his silence after he was assaulted in Chicago

The “Empire” star assured fans he is OK after he was attacked by two men who shouted homophobic and racial slurs. source

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Questions swirl over ‘Empire’ star’s alleged racist attack

Jussie Smollett told ABC News, “I’ve never been some stunt queen,” but Chicago police are investigating whether two “persons of interest” were involved in the…

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Jussie Smollett FULL Interview on alleged attack | ABC News Exclusive

“Empire” star breaks his silence in an exclusive interview with ABC News’ Robin Roberts. READ MORE: https://abcn.ws/2GIT6w5 ‘Empire’ star Jussie Smollett shares powerful message to…

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‘Empire’ star Jussie Smollett charged in alleged racist attack case

Chicago PD named Smollett a suspect in an ongoing criminal investigation for filing a false report after weeks of investigating his claims that two men…

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New twist in Jussie Smollett case as police search for motive

A law enforcement source told ABC News the brothers arrested in the alleged attack on the “Empire” star told authorities Smollett staged it because he…

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Jussie Smollett, out on bond, addresses ‘Empire’ cast

The actor was seen heading to the set of “Empire” to film scenes after leaving court, where he faced a felony charge of disorderly conduct…

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Chicago police chief speaks out on Jussie Smollett case

Chicago Police Superintendent Eddie Johnson speaks out live on “GMA” after accusing Smollett of filing a false police report about an alleged hate crime in…

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First NHL player to come out: ‘Homophobic slurs and language needs to change’

ABC News’ Linsey Davis speaks with NHL prospect Luke Prokop, following his historic post about coming out, which made him the first openly gay professional…

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Las Vegas Raiders head coach resigns after reportedly vulgar emails | WNT

The New York Times revealed emails from Jon Gruden that were described as “misogynistic and homophobic.” Gruden apologized in a statement acknowledging his resignation. WATCH…

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Fallout from Jon Gruden scandal will continue for weeks: ESPN’s Adam Schefter

ABC News’ Linsey Davis speaks with ESPN’s Adam Schefter about former Las Vegas Raiders coach Jon Gruden, who resigned after the leak of his homophobic…

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The Year 2019: Kevin Hart, Taylor Swift and other celebrity drama l ABC News

Hart drew fire for his handling of the controversy caused by the resurfacing of past homophobic Twitter posts, while Swift declared war on music executive…

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‘Empire’ actor Jussie Smollett indicted in Chicago l ABC News

A special prosecutor is reviewing the actor’s case after charges he allegedly staged a racist and homophobic attack against himself were dropped. READ MORE: https://abcn.ws/39xqIZc…

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