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The National Women’s Law Center (NWLC) filed a lawsuit on behalf of 17 state domestic violence and sexual assault organizations on Monday, arguing that restrictions the Trump administration has placed on grants are illegal and conflict with requirements laid out in the Violence Against Women Act (VAWA).

The Department of Justice’s Office on Violence Against Women (OVW) released updated grant guidelines on May 7 that said organizations applying for funding must certify that they are not promoting “gender ideology” or “illegal” diversity, equity and inclusion programs. The new guidance also says they can’t prioritize services to “illegal aliens” over citizens. 

But, the lawsuit argues, these new rules conflict with the anti-discrimination statute grantees are bound by. OVW also administers several grants that are specific to under-served communities, which includes those impacted by disability, race, ethnicity, gender identity or sexual orientation.

Congress passed the Violence Against Women Act (VAWA) in 1994, creating new funding to prevent domestic and intimate partner violence and help survivors. The funding has been reauthorized multiple times since, most recently in 2022, and is critical to domestic violence and sexual assaults services and prevention organizations. Without access to OVW grant programs, services nationwide stand to be substantially hobbled, resulting in more violence and death.

Four out of every 10 women say they’ve experienced violence at the hands of an intimate partner, according to a survey from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC). More than half of all women homicide victims are killed by a current or former partner, according to a CDC study. 

“The president lied in his promise to protect women, and is now threatening to block funding for our clients who actually protect women every day,” said Gaylynn Burroughs, vice president of education and workplace justice at NWLC, one of five organizations in the plaintiff coalition. “Holding back their funding in the name of a racist, xenophobic, transphobic agenda is unacceptable and we will fight for our clients to secure the funding they deserve, that keeps women, their families, and our communities safe.”

The federal grants that fund the network of domestic violence and sexual assault prevention programs across the country have been hit hard by the Trump administration. The administration fired nearly every member of the CDC’s Division of Violence Prevention, effectively ending the only federal-level team working on intimate partner violence prevention. First created in 2002, DELTA, or Domestic Violence Prevention Enhancements and Leadership Through Alliances, funds 13 state-based domestic violence prevention and support services networks. 

Additionally, many state coalition partners worried that their funding was threatened by the executive orders signed by President Donald Trump in the first days of his second term on gender and “illegal” diversity, equity, inclusion and accessibility. Many scrubbed their websites, erasing language on gender identity, sexuality, race, ethnicity or immigration.

The administration doubled down on the orders with the restrictions in the OVW grants, the focus of the lawsuit filed Monday. 

The lawsuit points to the rules created by Congress under VAWA and says the guidelines run afoul of the legislative branch’s constitutional powers. 

“When the Executive Branch asks us to ignore the directives of Congress, we have no choice but to act,” Pennsylvania Coalition Against Domestic Violence CEO Susan Higginbotham said in a statement. Under the new executive orders, Higginbotham said, state domestic violence coalitions are forced to make the decision on which survivors are worthy of assistance.

“That’s unacceptable,” Higginbotham said. “Everyone fleeing domestic violence deserves help, dignity, and respect.” 

Included in the lawsuit are domestic violence and sexual assault coalitions in California; Colorado; Washington, D.C.; Idaho; Iowa; Kansas; Massachusetts; Minnesota; Montana; North Carolina; Oregon; Pennsylvania; Rhode Island; Virginia; and Wisconsin.

An important part of manhood has always been about having the competence to be effective in the world — having the breadth of skills, the savoir-faire, to handle any situation you find yourself in. With that in mind, each Sunday we’ll be republishing one of the illustrated guides from our archives, so you can hone your manly know-how week by week

Catching a fish with your bare hands sounds like the sort of story you’d hear around a campfire, a tall tale, to be sure. But, hand fishing works, and lots of people do it. You may have heard of noodling for catfish, but other types of fish can be caught with just your hands, too, and in fact, hand fishing is common enough that some areas have specific fishing regulations dedicated to it. 

Far more than an incredible party trick, learning to fish with your bare hands is an invaluable survival skill, allowing you to harvest food with zero equipment. But, even when your back is against the wall, mind the fact that hand fishing comes with risks: A hand dangled in the water can be nibbled on not only by fish, but alligators, beavers, snakes, and turtles, and standing in cold water for extended periods of time can lead to hypothermia; whenever fishing with your bare hands, keep just your arm in the water to limit exposure.   

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Pasta salad basically counts as its own food group during the summer. It’s the perfect thing to turn to when you need an easy side dish to bring to a gathering, a no-heat lunch you can take into the office, or a simple dinner that won’t heat up your house. Pasta salad recipes are so versatile, and there are so many different variations that you could eat all summer long without getting sick of it (I know I do). Plus, the only actual cooking you typically need to do is boiling some pasta, and the rest comes together by simply chopping some ingredients and tossing them in a bowl. If you load it up with enough mix-ins, pasta salad can totally qualify as a meal, but you could also add in some grilled chicken, salami, chickpeas, or even hard-boiled eggs for some extra protein.

To the girlies who are fully on board with the idea of a salad that’s mostly just carbs, this recipe roundup is for you. These pasta salad recipes are tasty enough to make on repeat all summer long:

This Italian-inspired pasta salad recipe is the perfect mix of bright, zesty, and savory flavors. Pro tip: Make a double batch of the dressing if you’re prepping this recipe ahead. The pasta will soak up the dressing as it sits in the fridge, so you’ll want extra to drizzle on later.

This chicken bacon ranch pasta salad is basically a Midwesterner’s dream come true (speaking from experience here). It’s loaded up with grilled chicken, crumbled bacon, fresh summer produce, and a yummy Greek yogurt ranch, which is made with your favorite store-bought dressing to save time.

Adding pasta might just be the only way to improve upon a classic caprese salad. These fresh flavors work so well in a pasta salad, and the recipe couldn’t be simpler to throw together. Add a drizzle of balsamic glaze at the end for the perfect cherry on top.

A chicken Caesar salad but with extra carbs? Yes please. This Caesar pasta salad recipe works best when you throw everything together right before serving. That way, the lettuce and croutons won’t get soggy before you’re ready to eat.

This antipasto salad is the perfect way to clear out your fridge and pantry. The recipe suggests using classic Italian ingredients like provolone cheese, olives, artichoke hearts, roasted red peppers, pepperoncini, salami, and prosciutto. But if you’d rather skip an ingredient or two and add in something else, the results will still be delicious.

This pasta salad recipe is made with simple ingredients but packs in tons of bright, fresh flavor. For the best results, let the chickpeas marinate overnight before you toss everything together so the flavors have a chance to really soak in.

Pick up all the ingredients for this summery pasta salad recipe the next time you head to the farmers market. Made with fresh peaches, cherry tomatoes, sweet corn, and arugula, it’s a tasty way to enjoy all of this season’s best produce.

Pasta salad recipes are often loaded up with ingredients like mayo and cheese that don’t work with a vegan diet. For a plant-based alternative, try this vegan pasta salad, made with cherry tomatoes, peas, arugula, and a dairy-free walnut pesto sauce.

This recipe takes all the fresh, summery flavors of a BLT sandwich and turns it into a yummy pasta salad that’s perfect for serving at a summer cookout. If you want to make it ahead of time, wait to add the bacon and croutons until right before serving.

This tortellini pasta salad recipe requires just five ingredients that you can easily find at the grocery store. Simply cook your pasta and toss it with the remaining ingredients for a crowd-pleasing dish that’s ready in just 10 minutes.

This creamy pasta salad is full of classic Italian flavors and makes a delicious side for grilling. It keeps well in the fridge for up to 2-3 days, so it’s a great dish to make ahead.

The combination of cherry tomatoes, cucumbers, bell peppers, Kalamata olives, and feta is perfect on its own, but the addition of pasta makes it even more hearty and filling. It makes a beautifully colorful side dish that’s bursting with flavor.

If you love the creamy, smoky flavors of Mexican street corn, you need to try this pasta salad recipe. It’s surprisingly easy to throw together and mostly requires ingredients you likely already have in your kitchen.

Made with artichoke hearts, sundried tomatoes, and a basil vinaigrette, this pasta salad recipe is a slightly more elevated option that would be perfect to serve at a summer dinner party.

For an easy, no-heat lunch idea, try this tuna pasta salad. Made with canned tuna, Mediterranean-inspired veggies, and a Greek yogurt dressing, it’s packed with both protein and flavor.

Something about the combination of strawberries, balsamic vinegar, and spinach just works, especially when topped with crumbled feta and walnuts. If I just described your favorite summer salad recipe (same), you need to try this pasta salad version next.

This pasta salad achieves its creamy texture with the help of avocado instead of mayo, making it a lighter, more nutritious option that doesn’t compromise on taste.

This Mexican pasta salad recipe might just steal the show at your next barbecue. The creamy chipotle lime dressing will have everyone asking for the recipe.

Made with broccoli, tomatoes, red pepper, black olives, and pickled red onions, this pasta salad is full of flavor. While the recipe offers instructions for a vegan and gluten-free version, you could also make it with regular mayo and pasta with similarly delicious results.

This pasta salad is truly one of those recipes where you can just dump everything into a bowl and stir. While you can make your own pesto if you’re feeling fancy, store-bought works too (and saves time).

ABOUT THE AUTHOR

Jessica Friedhoff, Senior Lifestyle Editor

Jessica Friedhoff is the Senior Lifestyle Editor at The Everygirl, where she oversees the Home & Living category of the site. She writes and edits stories across a broad range of topics including decorating, food, entertaining, travel, and more. With a pulse on the latest trends, she uses her eye for detail and design to create timely, inspiring content for our readers.

Wilson shared the bill with several other drag performers, including Sequoia, Vera!, Nini Coco, Skirt Cocaine, Noxxia Datura, and Trudy Tective. Several high-profile drag artists commented on Wilson’s performance, including Drag Race season 6 contestant Courtney Act, who said, “How epic! Congrats, Diva” and current All Stars 10 contestant Cynthia Lee Fontaine, who said, “Congrats amor.”

Last month, Wilson stole the show at a Drag Race All Stars premiere party after footage of her walking and twirling on the dance floor as queens cheered her on went viral.

Earlier this month, Wilson spoke with Our Flag Means Death actor Vico Ortiz, who performs as a drag king under the name Vico Suave, about her drag aspirations.

“The thing that drew me to drag was the freedom of expression within it all, because I found drag when I was questioning my own gender identity [around age 14],” she said in a conversation hosted by Them. “Lip-syncing is something I’ve always really enjoyed. I love the gender expressionism of it all — being able to break and bend and reforge those rules however you desire.”

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