Biden nominee thanks same-sex spouse in confirmation hearing
Ban on indoor bar and restaurant service set to end on Jan. 22
Scarce attendance a change from previous swearing-in ceremonies
President's inaugural speech lacked LGBTQ-specific references
Donation made amid expectations Equality Act will be pushed
But trans military ban reversal will wait a few days
Secretary of state nominee supports permanent LGBTQ envoy
Muriel Bowser signed DC law on Jan. 11
Sources says Biden will act on Day One to end policy
Gay Cuban American poet read at second Obama inauguration