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PGA Championship to stay in Charlotte amid HB2 controversy

The 2017 PGA Championship will remain at Quail Hollow Club in Charlotte, N.C., the PGA of America said Friday, despite objection to North Carolina House Bill 2.

The bill limits anti-descrimination protections for lesbian, gay and transgender people in the state.

The NBA said on Thursday that it was removing next year's All-Star Game from Charlotte.

"The PGA of America strongly opposes North Carolina HB2. It contradicts our commitment to create an inclusive and welcoming environment at our events. We remain hopeful that the law will be changed," the PGA said in a statement.