Drag

A federal appeals court has ruled that Texas can enforce Senate Bill 12, which restricts "sexually oriented performances" in front of kids. The judges said drag shows aren't necessarily sexual, and the plaintiffs, including a drag performer and two entertainment companies, may not be harmed by the law.

Two of the state’s most powerful university systems, the University of Texas and Texas A&M, have led efforts to censor drag performances on public college campuses.

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The move comes a few weeks after the Texas A&M System issued a similar ban, which is being challenged in court.

The ruling is a victory for LGBTQ+ rights advocates who have said the law targets drag performers for no real reason.

From Texas Standard:DJ Pierce, also known as drag superstar Shangela, was nominated for an Emmy this year for the reality TV series "We're Here," which…