White House 'welcomes' end on youth ban as first step
McShane becomes sixth openly gay person to serve on federal bench
But supporters look for more advances after stand against DOMA, Prop 8
Chen takes seat on N.Y. federal district court
'Muted' pressure as Perez said to be considered for labor secretary
GetEQUAL members gathered outside the White House ahead of Tuesday’s State of the Union
White House sounds amenable, but divided Congress an obstacle
Private briefing took place Friday, included unidentified LGBT leaders
Vote expected later this month on issue
President to prepare video message for attendees instead