#DOMA
Supreme Court’s striking down of Defense of Marriage Act in June 2013, advancing marriage equality.
Quick Facts
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| Decision Date | June 26, 2013 |
| Case | United States v. Windsor |
| Vote | 5-4 |
| Impact | Federal recognition of same-sex marriage |
Origin & Impact
The hashtag exploded on June 26, 2013, when the Supreme Court struck down DOMA’s Section 3, which denied federal benefits to same-sex married couples. Alongside Prop 8’s dismissal, the ruling marked a watershed moment for LGBTQ+ rights. Celebrations erupted outside the Supreme Court and across social media.
President Obama called plaintiff Edith Windsor personally to congratulate her. Rainbow profile pictures flooded Facebook and Twitter. The decision paved the way for Obergefell v. Hodges (2015), which legalized same-sex marriage nationwide. #DOMA became synonymous with the marriage equality movement’s legal victories.
Related Hashtags
- #MarriageEquality
- #LoveIsLove
- #SCOTUS
- #LGBTQ