Gay couples in New Jersey have been exchanging vows on the day the US state became the 14th in the nation to recognise same-sex marriages.
Last month, a judge ruled that the state must recognise gay nuptials from Monday.
Republican Governor Chris Christie, a potential 2016 White House candidate, attempted to delay that coming into effect, pending an appeal.
But his administration's request was denied by the state's Supreme Court.
End Quote Barbara MiltonTo have this moment of equality is overwhelming"
A few minutes before midnight on Sunday, same-sex couples gathered in civic buildings across the state to wed.
Newark Mayor Cory Booker, a Democrat who was elected last week to the US Senate, conducted some of the ceremonies at city hall.
A protester was removed after shouting: "This is unlawful in the eyes of God and Jesus Christ."
Jersey City Mayor Steve Fulop conducted a joint ceremony for eight couples at the city council chambers.
"I never thought I'd see this in my lifetime," said Barbara Milton after she was married to Kay Osborn, in remarks carried by the Associated Press news agency.
"To have this moment of equality is overwhelming."
Married gay couples in New Jersey can now receive all the state and federal benefits of marriage.
But the legal battle is not quite over. The state's Supreme Court is due in January to hear an appeal by Gov Christie's office.
Lawmakers in favour of gay marriage are also trying to overturn his veto of a 2012 bill that would have allowed gay weddings.
The Republican has said marriage is between a man and a woman, and argued that a popular vote should determine the issue.
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