Biden declares Equal Rights Amendment law as supporters celebrate

President Biden has declared the Equal Rights Amendment (ERA) as "the law of the land," despite its lack of formal certification. This statement has sparked celebrations among supporters, who are rallying at the National Archives. For the ERA to take effect, it must be published by the National Archivist, Colleen Shogan, who has previously declined to do so. The White House stated that the executive branch cannot directly influence this process. The ERA, which aims to guarantee equal rights for all genders, was ratified by enough states in 2020, but missed a previous deadline. Legal opinions suggest that further action from Congress or the courts is needed to resolve the amendment's status.