Holder says unions 'will be recognized as lawful and considered eligible for all relevant federal benefits'
Griffin says 'no legal reason' to question the validity of 1,300 unions
Former HRC president says defense chief 'somewhat disingenuous' in new book
41 percent of residents supported gay nuptials prior to stay
Political expert says singer has 'zero' chance of winning N.C. district
Letter to staff comes after Supreme Court issued a stay on gay nuptials
Carney defers to DOJ on whether gay couples' unions are valid
Log Cabin says she missed chance to embrace marriage equality
Advocates urge state to honor weddings already held
Justices put an end to same-sex marriages in Beehive State as litigation continues