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Paul Goldberg has been a senior editor at JRL CHARTS for more than 18 years, delivering in-depth coverage of LGBTQ politics, civil rights, and public policy across the United States, Europe, and Asia.

His reporting focuses on federal court rulings, legislative developments, international human rights issues, and government actions impacting LGBTQ communities worldwide.

With nearly two decades of experience, Goldberg is recognized for his balanced analysis, investigative insight, and commitment to accurate, fact-based journalism that informs readers on the political forces shaping equality and justice.

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1 10, 2026

Pentagon Doubles Hostile Fire Pay to $450—What It Means for Gay and Lesbian Troops in Combat

2026-10-01T22:54:48-07:00October 1st, 2026|Categories: LGBT Politics USA, LGBTQ Politics|Tags: , , , , , , , , , , |

By: Paul Goldberg – Senior Correspondent | Breaking Military News WASHINGTON, D.C. — (October 1, 2026) — American troops facing hostile fire are getting their first increase in special combat-related pay in nearly a quarter-century, with the Pentagon doubling Hostile Fire Pay from $225 to $450 per month beginning October 1. The Department of Defense also increased [...]

1 10, 2026

988’s LGBTQ Youth ‘Press 3’ Lifeline Is Back After a 14-Month Shutdown

2026-10-01T22:55:15-07:00October 1st, 2026|Categories: LGBTQ News|Tags: , , , , , , , , , |

By: Paul Goldberg, Senior Editor | JRL CHARTS – LGBTQ News WASHINGTON, D.C. — (October 1, 2026) — LGBTQ young people contacting the 988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline once again have access to specialized crisis support after the federal “Press 3” service returned Wednesday, ending a shutdown that lasted more than 14 months. The 988 LGBTQ+ [...]

30 09, 2026

Hegseth Wants a ‘Fortress America,’ Robot Warfare and Fewer Generals — Then He Put Faith at the Pentagon’s Center

2026-10-01T20:46:33-07:00September 30th, 2026|Categories: LGBT Politics USA, LGBTQ Politics|Tags: , , , , , , , , , , , , |

By: Paul Goldberg - Senior Correspondent | Breaking Military News WASHINGTON, D.C. — (September 30, 2026) — The Pentagon is preparing for a sweeping transformation that reaches from autonomous weapons and hardened military bases to the number of generals commanding America's forces — and even the place of religion inside the Department of Defense. Defense Secretary [...]

29 09, 2026

Newsom Signs 6 LGBTQ Bills in California — But One Veto Is Drawing Fire

2026-09-29T23:34:21-07:00September 29th, 2026|Categories: LGBT Politics USA, LGBTQ Politics|Tags: , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , |

By: Paul Goldberg — Senior Correspondent | LGBT Politics USA SACRAMENTO, CA— (September 29, 2026) — California Governor Gavin Newsom has signed a six-bill LGBTQ legislative package that reaches into healthcare privacy, HIV prevention, transgender military veterans, higher education and conversion therapy — adding another layer to the state's existing LGBTQ protections as California and the federal government [...]

28 09, 2026

Trump’s ‘Grand Conspiracy’ Probe Loses More Prosecutors as DOJ Insists Investigation Is Growing

2026-09-28T21:28:41-07:00September 28th, 2026|Categories: LGBT Politics USA, LGBTQ Politics|Tags: , , , , , , , , , |

By: Paul Goldberg — Senior Correspondent | LGBT Politics USA WASHINGTON, D.C. — (September 28, 2026) — The Justice Department investigation examining an alleged years-long conspiracy against President Donald Trump has been hit by another significant departure, with Trump ally Kurt Olsen resigning from the department as questions intensify over the direction and staffing of [...]

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