Attorney General Bonta Issues Statement on President Trump’s Executive Order Targeting the LGBTQ+ Community

"All individuals, regardless of who they are or who they love, deserve to be recognized and treated equally. Here in California, the LGBTQ+ community is and will continue to be protected under a myriad of state laws and California's constitution.

The United States Constitution also provides for equal protection under the law and federal courts, including the United States Supreme Court, have recognized that discrimination against LGBTQ+ people is unlawful.

We are keeping a close eye on how this Executive Order is implemented and related actions by the Trump Administration. The President cannot eliminate fundamental rights by Executive Order, nor can he order federal agencies to violate the law.

Agencies and entities receiving state funding are reminded that members of the LGBTQ+ community are protected against discrimination and harassment and that our office will be monitoring to ensure the law is followed.

I am committed to defending California's people and values."