Biden confirms LGBTQ judges

The U.S. Senate has confirmed Mary Kay Costello as a district court judge in Pennsylvania, marking the 12th LGBTQ judicial appointment made by President Joe Biden, the most by any president in history. Costello's confirmation passed with a 52-41 vote, breaking the previous record of 11 set by Barack Obama. Both Pennsylvania Senators, Bob Casey and John Fetterman, expressed strong support for Costello, highlighting her extensive legal background as a military veteran and former assistant U.S. attorney. Advocacy groups underline the importance of LGBTQ representation in the judiciary, arguing it enhances the courts' ability to address diverse community needs. While celebrating this milestone, there are calls for further diversification, particularly concerning underrepresented groups within the LGBTQ community. The Biden administration's commitment to judicial diversity has been recognized, but there is still work to be done before the end of his term.