Former GOP hopeful holds position as advisers come out against Prop 8
Chen takes seat on N.Y. federal district court
Reaffirms troops won't be punished for beliefs concerning sexuality
Justices allow nearly two hours for merits, jurisdictional questions on DOMA
NFL players, major corporations, politicians denounce DOMA, Prop 8
President says administration was compelled to intervene in lawsuit
In first, Senators join House Dems in saying anti-gay law is unconstitutional
DOJ urges justices to strike down California's Prop 8
Vote marks first time pro-gay bill has passed under Boehner
News breaks as White House stays mum on filing