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Press Release

Statement by Attorney General Lynch on Supreme Court Arguments on Same-Sex Marriage

For Immediate Release
Office of Public Affairs

Attorney General Loretta Lynch released the following statement regarding arguments before the U.S. Supreme Court on same-sex marriage:

“I am committed – as is this department – to ensuring equal dignity and equal treatment for all members of society, regardless of sexual orientation.  As we argued today before the Supreme Court, same-sex couples deserve that treatment now. ”

Updated February 5, 2025
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Office of the Attorney General
Press Release Number: 15-524

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