HRC: 'We are proud to stand by our endorsement' of the president
U.S. Reps. Mark Takano (D-Calif.) and Joyce Beatty spearheaded condemnation
Gay Calif. congressman sent letter to top authorities on June 12
Equality Caucus denounces anti-LGBTQ amendments
'Real Housewives' producer to return to Sixth & I
Colin Jost serving as emcee
Several events planned in coming weeks
26 Democratic members signed the letter
Members seek info from Sec. Austin by March 1
Some say House GOP members in vulnerable districts will suffer political consequences
