More than 12,000 people have signed petition for change
June 26 anniversary of Obergefell, Windsor and Lawrence decisions
Earnest says FDA policy based on scientific evidence
Earnest has no comment on omission of LGBT people in GOP responses
But no plans for Obama to participate in Pride parade
But advocates differ on whether new initiatives represent change
Earnest says 'higher stakes' resulting from national security issues
Earnest says instructions reflect Obama's views on transgender rights
At least five agencies reviewed House Bill 2 in aftermath of passage
State faces Monday deadline to stop enforcing HB 2