Holder says feds will recognize Michigan gay marriages despite state decision

By: American Decency Staff

Attorney General Eric Holder said Friday that the federal government will recognize about 300 same-sex marriages performed in Michigan before a federal appeals court halted them, despite a decision by Michigan's governor not to recognize those unions. 

The decision means federal benefits will be extended to those couples — including the ability to file taxes jointly, get Social Security benefits for spouses and request legal immigration status for partners. 

"These families will be eligible for all relevant federal benefits on the same terms as other same-sex marriages," Holder said in a statement.

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