On 26 June 2015, the US Supreme Court ruled by a 5-to-4 vote that the Constitution guarantees a right to same-sex marriage, also known as the Obergefell v. Hodges case. The date coincides with the anniversary of 2 landmark rulings, United States v. Windsor that struck down a federal law denying benefits and recognition to same-sex marriages 2 years ago, and Lawrence v. Texas that struck down sodomy laws in 13 states 12 years ago. Incidentally, Justice Anthony Kennedy authored the majority opinion and was considered the “swing vote” in all 3 cases.
You can find more information about the case and ruling below.
Obergefell v. Hodges (Wikipedia)
Supreme Court ruling makes same-sex marriage a right nationwide (NY Times)
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