9th Circuit Court of Appeals

The 9th U.S. Circuit Court of Appeals continues to play a pivotal role in shaping the legal landscape for LGBTQ rights, employment protections, and religious freedom across the western United States. From landmark victories expanding protections to controversial rulings upholding religious hiring exemptions, JRL CHARTS LGBT Politics USA delivers in-depth coverage of every major decision. Stay informed on how these appellate court rulings are influencing state laws, workplace rights, and the ongoing national debate over the balance between equality and religious liberty.

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8 08, 2025

Federal Court Backs World Vision in LGBTQ Hiring Clash — but Sends Stark Warning

2026-06-06T16:09:55-07:00August 8th, 2025|Categories: LGBT Politics USA, LGBTQ Politics|Tags: , , , , , , , , , , , , , |

By: Paul Goldberg, Senior Editor | JRL CHARTS – LGBT Politics USA WASHINGTON, D.C. — (August 8, 2025) — In a high-profile legal battle with national implications, the 9th U.S. Circuit Court of Appeals has upheld Christian relief agency World Vision’s right to revoke a job offer from an applicant in a same-sex marriage — [...]

9 07, 2025

Federal Appeals Court NUKES FTC’s ‘Click-to-Cancel’ Rule — Adult Platforms Celebrate Major Win

2026-01-20T17:37:36-08:00July 9th, 2025|Categories: Z-Legacy|Tags: , , , , , , , |

By: Keith Witchka, Senior Editor | JRL CHARTS — Gay Adult News — Legal ST. LOUIS — (July 9, 2025) —  In a move applauded by subscription-based platforms, a three-judge panel of the U.S. Eighth Circuit Court of Appeals has vacated the Federal Trade Commission’s controversial “Click-to-Cancel” rule — a regulation designed to simplify online [...]

8 07, 2025

Federal Appeals Court Makes Major Ruling on NYC Adult Store Zoning Laws

2026-01-20T17:59:15-08:00July 8th, 2025|Categories: Pleasure Products Headline News, Products News, Sex Toy Industry News, Reviews & Latest Releases|Tags: , , , , , , , , , |

By: Andy Powell, Senior Editor | JRL CHARTS — Adult Industry News NEW YORK, NY — (July 8, 2025) — In a major legal blow to the adult retail sector, the U.S. Second Circuit Court of Appeals has upheld New York City's aggressive zoning laws targeting adult entertainment businesses. The ruling affirms that municipalities can [...]

11 12, 2019

Trump’s Gay Ninth Circuit Nominee Bumatay Confirmed

2026-01-20T17:40:20-08:00December 11th, 2019|Categories: LGBTQ Politics|Tags: , , , , , , , |

WASHINGTON D.C. — (12-11-19) — Trump's Gay Ninth Circuit Nominee, conservative Judge Patrick Bumatay, was confirmed to the U.S. Appeals Court Ninth Circuit by the U.S. Senate on Tuesday. Bumatay makes history by becoming the highest-ranking federal judge from the LGBTQ community. Judge Patrick Bumatay also made history by becoming the highest-ranking federal judge of [...]

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