Drag performances in U.S. becoming target of threats and attacksDrag performances, especially all ages events, have become a target for the extreme right across the U.S., with performers and show organizers facing violent threats, online harassment and in some cases even attacks.would forbid drag performances, lumped under the term "adult-oriented performances," where they could be viewed by minors.
A first violation would be a misdemeanor that could result in a fine up to $2,500 US and possible jail time up to 11 months; a subsequent offence would qualify as aA federal judge temporarily blocked the state's law, in some circumstances, hours before it went into effect on April 1. The injunction was extended until May 26.
Florida now has its own vaguely worded law that has implications for drag performances. The legislation prohibits "exposing children to an adult live performance," which includes performances that feature "lewd exposure of prosthetic or imitation genitals or breasts." Though House Bill 1438 does not specifically refer to drag performances, it only referenced events such as a drag brunch and a holiday touring performance called "A Drag Queen Christmas" as examples.