Ninth Circuit applies heightened scrutiny to laws related to sexual orientation
ACLU files lawsuit on behalf of four couples who wed
Couples seek to overturn state’s gay nuptials ban
Spouses separated by American Airlines staff
Attorney General Beau Biden made announcement
Del. Scott Surovell introduced the proposal
Decision stayed pending appeal
D.C. attorney general reviewing issue
Says United States does 'regret' passage of restrictive legislation
Gay nuptials supporter describes decision as “backwards”
