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All the LGBTQ+ Players in the Women’s Pro Baseball League — And Where to Follow Them
It’s no surprise that sapphics are so into the Professional Women’s Baseball League. The connection between lesbianism and softball feels almost ancient — and baseball? That’s just like baseball excep...
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House Republicans stack State Department funding bill with anti-LGBTQ+ provisions
The administration's anti-LGBTQ+ crusade is alive and well in U.S. foreign policy.
State Independent News
United Methodist conference to move meeting out of Idaho, citing LGBTQ+, immigrant safety concerns
This story was first published on July 14, 2026, by FāVS News. Citing dangers to LGBTQ+ and immigrant communities, the Oregon-Idaho Conference of the United Methodist Church voted last month to move n...
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Fired Christian employee sues claiming God made him misgender trans colleague
A library fired a pastor for refusing to use a colleague's preferred pronouns.
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“Chilling”: Dad describes what it’s like when Trump admin targets your trans kid’s medical records
The family has already fled the country.
LGBTQ+ News
He accused local LGBTQ+ leaders of being pedophiles & drug dealers. Now he’s paying the price.
He offered no explanation for his libelous behavior, so a court is now taking him to task.
State Independent News
Democrats are trying to disqualify trans candidates. Here’s how
This story was originally published by Uncloseted Media, an LGBTQ focused investigative news outlet. Jordan Korgood has come a long way. In 2023, she ran into financial difficulties while studying at ...
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Russian TV Censors Rainbow from SpongeBob Episode
The innocuous scene from the popular cartoon is the latest casualty of Russia's sweeping crackdown on LGBTQ symbols and media. The post Russian TV Censors Rainbow from SpongeBob Episode appeared first...
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Democratic Congresswoman Calls Out Pete Hegseth’s "Intense, Homoerotic Feelings Towards Men"
This story originally appeared on The Advocate.U.S. Rep. Becca Balint offered a pointed queer critique of President Donald Trump’s Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth’s new testosterone initiative Thursday...
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New Map Helps Trans Idahoans Find Safe Bathrooms
The crowdsourced resource helps users navigate a sweeping new state law restricting which public bathrooms and changing rooms they may use. The post New Map Helps Trans Idahoans Find Safe Bathrooms ap...
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Dem Ohio Governor Candidate Amy Acton Endorses Trans Sports Ban, Igniting Intra-Party Firestorm
The statement has left several Ohio Democrats in uproar.
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I wrote this museum’s first ever paper on LGBTQ+ history. Today it’s honoring our past in a big way.
The “Gateway to Pride” exhibit was a magnificent ode to the queer St. Louisans who paved the way for LGBTQ+ people today.
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University of Kansas sends trans employee legal notice for using women’s bathroom
The University of Kansas has sent a trans employee a legal notice for using the women’s restrooms on campus. Siobhán Kirchstein, who works as a janitor for the Kansas Geological Survey at the universi...
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Florida LGBTQ Caucus Snubs Wasserman Schultz, Frankel
Despite strong LGBTQ voting records, both House incumbents fell short of the 67% support required for an endorsement. The post Florida LGBTQ Caucus Snubs Wasserman Schultz, Frankel appeared first on M...
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Trump admin files brief supporting insurance company who won’t cover trans teens’ care
The DOJ claims the company's policy is "sensible" and is "rooted in biological reality, developmental psychology, and medical diagnosis."
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Lindsey Graham has passed away. Do LGBTQ people have a right to celebrate his death?
SC senator opposed marriage equality, despite speculation over sexual orientation The post Lindsey Graham has passed away. Do LGBTQ people have a right to celebrate his death? appeared firs...
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‘I found one of Europe’s most LGBTQ+ friendly cities – and it’s not where you might think’
Upon thinking of where to travel for an LGBTQ+ friendly experience, my mind went immediately to Amsterdam, Mykonos and Barcelona, but I had never considered San Sebastián. I’ve been to Spain once and ...
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Who is Sinon, Elliot Page’s Greek mythological character in The Odyssey?
Christopher Nolan's adaptation of Homer's ancient Greek epic the Odyssey has a star-studded cast, including trans actor Elliot Page. When news of Page's casting first emerged, a number of right-wing p...
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Literature is my companion
I’ve lived in Russia, Pakistan, India, but books are always home The post Literature is my companion appeared first on Washington Blade: LGBTQ News, Politics, LGBTQ Rights, Gay News.
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New Hampshire Law May Force Teachers to “Out” Trans Students
Republican Gov. Kelly Ayotte signed a law requiring educators to answer parents' questions about their children within 10 business days. The post New Hampshire Law May Force Teachers to "Out" Trans St...
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Hegseth announces testosterone initiative as trans troop ban continues
SPARTA Pride criticized Pentagon policy The post Hegseth announces testosterone initiative as trans troop ban continues appeared first on Washington Blade: LGBTQ News, Politics, LGBTQ Rig...
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The queer Asian comics building collective joy in D.C.
Spotlighting chaotic ways family, romance, identity take shape in their lives The post The queer Asian comics building collective joy in D.C. appeared first on Washington Blade: LGBTQ News, Politics, ...
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ROSENSTEIN: Vote Susan Stewart for mayor of Rehoboth Beach
She says LGBTQ contributions have shaped town’s character The post ROSENSTEIN: Vote Susan Stewart for mayor of Rehoboth Beach appeared first on Washington Blade: LGBTQ News, Politics, LGBTQ Rights, Ga...
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LGBTQ+ groups urge prisons not to stop gender-affirming care for trans inmates
A number of community organisations, including the LGBTQ+ Faith Alliance of Greater St Louis, have urged Missouri prisons not to stop providing gender-affirming care for trans inmates. PROMO, a Missou...
State Independent News
United Methodist conference to move meeting out of Idaho, citing LGBTQ+, immigrant safety concerns
This story was first published on July 14, 2026, by FāVS News. Citing dangers to LGBTQ+ and immigrant communities, the Oregon-Idaho Conference of the United Methodist Church voted last month to move n...
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Good Law Project blasts ‘harmful’ code of practice that ‘segregates’ trans people
The Good Law Project has called UK equalities minister Bridget Phillipson’s new code of practice, which will apply from 5 August, “harmful” and said that it will “exclude and segregate trans people”. ...
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Republican congressman says it’s ‘insane’ that trans men can be pregnant
Republicans repeatedly challenged medical school leaders over inclusive pregnancy language, after a clip of the exchange spread online on 14 July. The post Republican congressman says it's ‘insa...
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Joe Locke and Kit Connor on Heartstopper Forever’s ‘beautiful’ intimacy scenes
Joe Locke has said the intimate scenes in Heartstopper Forever "feels beautiful", as he and Kit Connor prepare to say goodbye to the Netflix franchise. Heartstopper fans will bid farewell to the queer...
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The Pentagon Said Transgender Hormone Care Costs Too Much. Now Pete Hegseth Wants Testosterone Boosts
This story originally appeared on The Advocate.The Pentagon is preparing to test service members for low testosterone and offer replacement therapy when military doctors recommend it, expanding access...
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¡La Lucha Sigue! Mexico’s Fourth Nonbinary March Was a Protest and a Remembrance
Nonbinary people and their supporters marched through Mexico City on Tuesday, July 14 in observation of International Nonbinary People’s Day, marking the fourth annual march of its kind after the firs...
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Expected India Supreme Court ruling could shape future LGBTQ rights cases
Decision to determine whether courts can use constitutional morality doctrine The post Expected India Supreme Court ruling could shape future LGBTQ rights cases appeared first on Washington B...
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A Trans Ode to Sheepstealer, The Unsung Softboy of House of the Dragon
The breakout character of House of the Dragon’s third season isn’t any of the people the show spent all of last season hyping up. No, it’s a dragon who looks like he’s been through some stuff. Sheepst...
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Advocacy groups join Venezuela earthquake relief efforts
Back-to-back quakes on June 24 killed more than 4,500 people The post Advocacy groups join Venezuela earthquake relief efforts appeared first on Washington Blade: LGBTQ News, Politics, LGBTQ...
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Celebrate Pride in Rehoboth Beach this weekend
‘A vital space for community, healing, and connection’ The post Celebrate Pride in Rehoboth Beach this weekend appeared first on Washington Blade: LGBTQ News, Politics, LGBTQ Rights, Gay News.
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Rehoboth’s Aqua to celebrate 20th anniversary Sunday
Event marks culmination of Pride weekend in beach community The post Rehoboth’s Aqua to celebrate 20th anniversary Sunday appeared first on Washington Blade: LGBTQ News, Politics, LGBTQ Rights, Gay Ne...
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After Daughters of the American Revolution Choose Trans Inclusion, GOP Rep Says, Wait, Maybe Democracy Is Only for When I Agree
Seemingly unhappy with a group of women deciding to make rules for membership in their own organization, Virginia Republican Ben Cline has introduced legislation to force the Daughters of the American...
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Trump administration formally ends Biden-era LGBTQ+ foster care protections
The Trump administration has officially rescinded a Biden-era rule that was designed to help ensure LGBTQ+ children in foster care could access safe, supportive, and affirming placements. Originally i...
State Independent News
Indiana to end race, gender preferences in state contracts
Indiana will discontinue aspects of a diversity program it used for decades to recruit minority and female contractors after the state attorney general determined the program's race and gender prefere...
LGBTQ+ News
Christa Tichy hopes to preserve LGBTQ representation in Md. House of Delegates
Queer Democrat running to succeed retiring state Del. Bonnie Cullison The post Christa Tichy hopes to preserve LGBTQ representation in Md. House of Delegates appeared first on Washington Bla...
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Megan Rapinoe says she lost brand deal after AI software flagged her trans allyship as ‘risk’
Megan Rapinoe has revealed that a brand pulled her from a World Cup advertisement after AI software flagged her support for transgender rights as a "risk". The women's football star made the claim in ...
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Are the I Kissed A Girl season 2 couples together now as show ends?
Dry your eyes, because we have some very good news after BBC's I Kissed A Girl has come to an end. While queer people around the country are mourning the loss of the show, which was axed in March, the...
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Chamber opens nominations for Pride in Business awards
The North Texas LGBTQ Chamber of Commerce has opened the call for nominations across eight award categories honoring businesses, individuals and organizations, with the winners to be recognized at the...
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Anti-Trans Rep. Nancy Mace Eyes Lindsey Graham’s Senate Seat
Mace is reportedly weighing a Senate bid weeks after finishing fifth in South Carolina's Republican gubernatorial primary. The post Anti-Trans Rep. Nancy Mace Eyes Lindsey Graham's Senate Seat appeare...
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Trump Administration Caves After Avalanche of Opposition to Anti-Trans Hospital Rule
This story originally appeared on The Advocate.A flood of public opposition helped stop one of the Trump administration’s most extreme attempts to force hospitals nationwide to abandon gender-affirmin...
State Independent News
Idaho’s transgender bathroom ban is now the law. How will police enforce it? That’s still unclear.
As parts of Idaho’s criminal transgender bathroom ban are now in effect, how far will law enforcement officers have to go to enforce the new law? What if officers don’t believe a person’s gender marke...
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TERF Activist J.K. Rowling Threatens To Finance Wave Of Attacks On Amnesty International Over Report On Anti-Trans Groups
"They have sued organizations into the ground."
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T4T Repairs Is a Trans Construction Organization Building Community From the Ground Up
These trans handypeople are going Tool 4 Tool. A new home repair company, owned by two transgender construction professionals, has opened in Atlanta, per local LGBTQ+ publication Georgia Voice. The tw...
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Megan Rapinoe Says She Lost Brand Deal After AI Software Flagged Her Trans Allyship as “Risk”
Women’s soccer star Megan Rapinoe has long been an advocate for transgender inclusion in sports — and neither the U.S. Supreme Court nor AI-driven censorship can stop her.In a July 13 op-ed for Marie ...
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Religious parents sue school district over staff using child’s chosen pronouns
A pair of religious parents have filed a lawsuit against a Maryland school district after teachers respected their child's request to use a masculine name and pronouns at school without first informin...
State Independent News
Idaho’s transgender bathroom ban is now the law. How will police enforce it? That’s still unclear.
As parts of Idaho’s criminal transgender bathroom ban are now in effect, how far will law enforcement officers have to go to enforce the new law? What if officers don’t believe a person’s gender marke...
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Anti-Trans National Legal Risk Assessment Map: July 2026
Idaho becomes the latest "Do Not Travel" state for transgender people, raising the number of states transgender people should not travel through to 4.
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In Viral Post, Author Jesse James Rose Opens Up About Anti-LGBTQ+ Senator Lindsey Graham Allegedly Hiring Her for Sex Work
After longtime U.S. Republican Senator Lindsey Graham died on Saturday night, reportedly from aortic dissection, the reaction from the LGBTQ+ community was immediate.The South Carolina Republican had ...
State Independent News
Idaho’s transgender bathroom ban is now the law. How will police enforce it? That’s still unclear.
As parts of Idaho’s criminal transgender bathroom ban are now in effect, how far will law enforcement officers have to go to enforce the new law? What if officers don’t believe a person’s gender marke...
State Independent News
‘We do exist here’: LGBTQ+ Kentuckians on living openly, building community
"You don't get to just say that we don't have the right to exist here."
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Smithsonian Exhibit Celebrates LGBTQ African Art
"Here: Pride and Belonging in African Art" is on view through Aug. 23 at the National Museum of African Art. The post Smithsonian Exhibit Celebrates LGBTQ African Art appeared first on Metro Weekly.
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Missouri Ends Gender-Affirming Care for Transgender Inmates
New law bars state funding for transition-related treatments, leaving medical experts worried about the consequences. The post Missouri Ends Gender-Affirming Care for Transgender Inmates appeared firs...
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Bosco Turns Hate into Camp in The Marvelous Miss Gender
In an in-depth interview, the RuPaul's Drag Race star discusses drag, trans visibility, and how comedy can be an act of defiance. The post Bosco Turns Hate into Camp in The Marvelous Miss Gender appea...
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Electric Forest Is the Ultimate Gay Festival to Experience Queer Joy
Happy Forest!Pride Month 2026 was certainly one to remember. Despite the hateful rhetoric being spewed by the Republican Party toward the LGBTQ+ community, queer people showed up and showed out during...
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Court orders state to pay more than $1.3M in attorneys’ fees in gender-affirming care case
A district court judge ordered the state of Montana to pay $1.3 million in attorneys’ fees and costs in a challenge to Senate Bill 99, deemed an unconstitutional ban on gender-affirming care for trans...
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Blow Dryers, Brunch, and Best Friends: Drag Houses Are Communal Living at Its Best
In this excerpt from the forthcoming anthology Living, Together: Reimagining Community in the Age of Disconnection, contributor Jake Montano, a.k.a. the Bay Area drag queen Imelda Glucose, reflects on...
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Missing Love Island Already? Let Your Sign Decide Your Next Queer Reality Binge
Have you hopped on the Love Island USA bandwagon, even though it’s the straightest show in existence? You’re not alone. Rest assured, Love Island host Ariana Madix also wants to see some queer bombshe...
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How One Woman Is Using the UN to Attack Trans Rights Worldwide
It's no coincidence that the Supreme Court's decision allowing trans sports bans echoes the work of Reem Alsalem, the UN special rapporteur on violence against women and girls.
State Independent News
Court orders state to pay more than $1.3M in attorneys’ fees in gender-affirming care case
A district court judge ordered the state of Montana to pay $1.3 million in attorneys’ fees and costs in a challenge to Senate Bill 99, deemed an unconstitutional ban on gender-affirming care for trans...
State Independent News
New Hampshire student-athletes drop lawsuit over state's transgender sports ban
Two New Hampshire transgender students are dropping their lawsuit against a state law barring them from girls’ sports teams, a week after the U.S. Supreme Court upheld a similar law in West Virginia. ...
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Markey Tells Moulton He Threw Trans Kids "Under the Bus" In MA Dem Senate Primary Debate
"The Supreme Court of the United States of America just last week took the same position that Congressman Moulton took last year," Senator Ed Markey said.
State Independent News
Bracing for Idaho’s new ban, group maps safe bathrooms across the state for trans people
Now that Idaho’s transgender bathroom ban is the law, transgender Idahoans are navigating how to safely use the bathroom in public. Preparing for the ban, Trans Affirm, a nonprofit that advocates for ...
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IL Gov. Pritzker Signs Law Protecting Trans Patients By Removing Testosterone from Govt. Monitoring Program
Prescription Drug Monitoring Programs (PDMPs) could be exploited to carry out anti-trans attacks. Illinois just made it harder to do.
Legal & Advocacy
Federal Appeals Court Strikes Down Florida’s Unconstitutional Classroom Censorship Law
The “Stop W.O.K.E.” Act was signed into law in 2022 and prohibited teachers and professors from discussing topics related to race and gender in the classroom
General Politics
The Trump admin went so far Thursday night that even Judge Reed O'Connor put a case on hold
O'Connor has been very receptive to the Trump admin and its anti-trans efforts, but an FTC request to him is now on hold after "consultation" with Judge James Boasberg in D.C.
General Politics
Second federal judge blocks DOJ from getting trans minors' info via grand jury subpoena
Judge Pitts issued the preliminary injunction covering a subpoena directed at Stanford. Also: About the dismissed charges in the "judge shopping" case. And: The SCOTUS shadow docket is still going.
LGBTQ+ News
New Jersey Finally Passes Trans Care Shield Law, The Last Blue State Left To Do So
"New Jersey is drawing a clear line, requiring health care providers in this state answer only to the laws that already govern them—not to hostile actors in other states."
General Politics
Supreme Court's conservatives OK trans sports bans
Kavanaugh wrote the court's opinion, but Sotomayor dissented to explain for the liberal trio what the court got wrong about equal protection law.
State Independent News
US Supreme Court upholds transgender athlete bans in Idaho, West Virginia
The U.S. Supreme Court on Tuesday kept in place state laws banning transgender athletes from participating on women’s and girls’ sports teams.
State Independent News
US Supreme Court upholds transgender athlete bans in Idaho, West Virginia
WASHINGTON — The U.S. Supreme Court on Tuesday kept in place state laws banning transgender athletes from participating on women’s and girls’ sports teams. The decision stems ...
LGBTQ+ News
Supreme Court Rules Title IX Means "Biological Sex" In Devastating Anti-Trans Ruling
The ruling will likely give the Trump administration more ammunition to go after colleges and schools across the country.
Legal & Advocacy
Transgender Law Center Condemns SCOTUS Opinion in Hecox and BPJ
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE June 30, 2026 CONTACT   Sara Mar, Senior Media Relations Manager, saram@transgenderlawcenter.org  K Richardson, Communications Manager, k@transgenderlaw...
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US Supreme Court upholds transgender athlete bans in Idaho, West Virginia
WASHINGTON — The U.S. Supreme Court on Tuesday kept in place state laws banning transgender athletes from participating on women’s and girls’ sports teams. The decision stems ...
State Independent News
US Supreme Court upholds transgender athlete bans in Idaho, West Virginia
WASHINGTON — The U.S. Supreme Court on Tuesday kept in place state laws banning transgender athletes from participating on women’s and girls’ sports teams. The decision stems ...
State Independent News
US Supreme Court upholds transgender athlete bans in Idaho, West Virginia
WASHINGTON — The U.S. Supreme Court on Tuesday kept in place state laws banning transgender athletes from participating on women’s and girls’ sports teams. The decision stems ...
State Independent News
US Supreme Court upholds transgender athlete bans in Idaho, West Virginia
WASHINGTON — The U.S. Supreme Court on Tuesday kept in place state laws banning transgender athletes from participating on women’s and girls’ sports teams. The decision stems ...
State Independent News
US Supreme Court upholds transgender athlete bans in Idaho, West Virginia
WASHINGTON — The U.S. Supreme Court on Tuesday kept in place state laws banning transgender athletes from participating on women’s and girls’ sports teams. The decision stems ...
State Independent News
US Supreme Court upholds transgender athlete bans in Idaho, West Virginia
WASHINGTON — The U.S. Supreme Court on Tuesday kept in place state laws banning transgender athletes from participating on women’s and girls’ sports teams. The decision stems ...
State Independent News
US Supreme Court upholds transgender athlete bans in Idaho, West Virginia
WASHINGTON — The U.S. Supreme Court on Tuesday kept in place state laws banning transgender athletes from participating on women’s and girls’ sports teams. The decision stems ...
State Independent News
Challenge to Kansas anti-trans law heads to appeal while two more cases face consolidation
TOPEKA — Pivotal court cases challenging laws that have altered the lives of transgender Kansans are approaching turning points, as one moves to a higher court and two others face consolidation. A cas...
LGBTQ+ News
"We Cannot Do This Alone": JeffCo Schools Asks CO Gov and AG For Help Against Trump's Anti-Trans Threats
"It's impossible for me to put a price tag on protecting the dignity and humanity of our students," one school board member told Erin in the Morning.
LGBTQ+ News
Mayor Mamdani Announces $15 Million For Youth Care Providers In NYC
The funding will go to clinics that provide trans youth care, and could help fight back against federal pressure.
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NYC Pride Marshals, Parents of Trans Kids Blast Hospitals Marching After Dropping Trans Kids
"You can't march in a Pride parade while you are damaging the lives of members of our community."
LGBTQ+ News
Newly Released Texas GOP Platform Calls For Ban On Trans Teachers And Trans Care Under 26 Years Old
The platform is one of the most extreme documents voted on by any party towards transgender people.
General Politics
Federal judge blocks DOJ from seeking NYC trans care information via grand jury subpoena
Judge Failla found that DOJ's request "shocks the conscience" by seeking the "most personal and sensitive information a medical provider could hold" without justifying its need.
General Politics
Does DOJ even know how to issue subpoenas for a proper purpose these days?
Judge Patrick Schiltz quashed federal grand jury subpoenas issued against Minnesota officials. The move echoes the quashed Federal Reserve and trans care subpoenas.
LGBTQ+ News
Starmer's Resignation And Labour's Collapse Shows Why Democrats Must Avoid Abandoning Trans People
Throwing trans people under the bus will not help the party.
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“No Hate in WA State” Launches Campaign to Take Down Anti-Trans Ballot Initiatives
One ballot initiative could force tens of thousands of girls to undergo invasive genital exams each year just to play school sports.
LGBTQ+ News
The US Government Is Engaged In A Modern Red Scare, And WPATH Is Its Latest Target
From hospital subpoenas to funding threats to suing the organization that advocates for trans healthcare—the parallels to the Red Scare are clear.
General Politics
Trans prisoners' medical care remains protected after a flurry of court rulings on Wednesday
A D.C. Circuit ruling would have allowed the Trump admin's anti-trans policy to go into effect, but a new district court injunction issued hours later blocked the policy yet again.
LGBTQ+ News
Intersex Teacher Fired in Florida After Parent Falsely Claims He Is Trans, ACLU Says
"It became clear to me that being fired had nothing to do with my qualifications or teaching—it was about who I am."
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Federal Court Order Means Idaho Trans People Must Use Single-User Facilities When Available Or Could Face Arrest
The order only allows transgender people to use the bathroom of their gender identity if no single-use facility is available on the same floor, and applies to private businesses.
LGBTQ+ News
UFC Fighter Josh Hokit Calls Michelle Obama "A Man" At Trump's Gladiator Games
The sport has had an issue with transphobia in recent years.
LGBTQ+ News
Charges Dropped Against Budapest Mayor For Pride After Hungary's New PM Took Office
"Those in power did everything they could to intimidate and discourage us. They even threatened us with prison. But we did not back down."
LGBTQ+ News
Trans Congresswoman McBride Wishes Nancy Mace "Happy Pride" After Mace Finishes 5th In Primary
Congresswoman Mace has been a primary architect of anti-trans bills and policies in congress. Her career is now over.
Legal & Advocacy
Transgender Law Center Hosts Largest Convening of Trans Leaders
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE May 22, 2026 CONTACT: Sara Mar, Senior Media Relations Manager, saram@transgenderlawcenter.org K Richardson, Communications Manager, k@transgenderlawcenter.org Transgender Law Ce...
Legal & Advocacy
The Supreme Court Just Gutted 60 Year-Old Voting Rights Act Protections Against Discriminatory Gerrymandering
Lawmakers most likely to push anti-LGBTQ+ legislation — bans on healthcare, restrictions on transgender students, "Don't Say Gay" laws, attacks on marriage equality — are often the same lawmakers elec...
Legal & Advocacy
The Federal Bureau of Prisons Is Running a Conversion Therapy Program. We Must Not Let It Stand.
On February 19, 2026, the Federal Bureau of Prisons issued a new policy on the “Management of Inmates with Gender Dysphoria.” The title sounds clinical. The reality is brutal: the federal go...
Legal & Advocacy
The Supreme Court Is Deciding the Future of Conversion Therapy Protections. Here’s What You Need to Know.
More than 30 years ago, the National Center for LGBTQ Rights (NCLR) began its fight to end conversion therapy — a dangerous practice that claims to be able to change...
Legal & Advocacy
Why We’re Fighting a Dangerous Federal Rule That Would Cut Off Health Care for Transgender Youth
By Shannon Minter, Legal Director at the National Center for LGBTQ Rights (NCLR) and Jennifer Levi, Senior Director of Transgender and Queer Rights at GLAD Law On February 17, 2026, NCLR joined GLAD L...
Legal & Advocacy
Federal Court Halts Enforcement of Key Provisions of Law Censoring Identity and Inclusion in K-12 Schools in Three Texas School Districts
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE February 20, 2026 CONTACT:Kristi Gross, ACLU of Texas, media@aclutx.orgSue Yacka-Bible, Transgender Law Center, sue@transgenderlawcenter.orgCelina Fernando, Genders and...
Legal & Advocacy
Trans Youth, their Families and Supporters Declare: Trans Youth Deserve not only to Play, But to Win
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE January 20, 2026 Contact: K Richardson, Transgender Law Center, Communications Manager, k@transgenderlawcenter.org Celina Fernando, GSA Network, Communications Manager, ...
Legal & Advocacy
Fighting for the T in Team: Transgender Law Center Shows Solidarity with Trans Athletes
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE January 13, 2026 CONTACT K Richardson, Communications Manager, k@transgenderlawcenter.org NATIONAL – Today, as the Supreme Court hears oral arguments on the rights of tra...
Legal & Advocacy
Transgender Law Center, GSA Network, PFLAG National, and Grove Law LLP File Amicus Brief in SCOTUS Trans Sports Cases Uplifting Trans Athletes
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE November 17, 2025 CONTACT: Sara Mar, Senior Media Relations Manager, Transgender Law Center, saram@transgenderlawcenter.org Celina Fernando, Communications Manager, GSA Netw...
Legal & Advocacy
Transgender Law Center Honors the Life and Legacy of the Beloved Elder Miss Major Griffin-Gracy
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE DATE: October 14, 2025 Contact: Sue Yacka-Bible, sue@transgenderlawcenter.org Transgender Law Center Honors the Life and Legacy of the Beloved Elder Miss Major Griffin-Gracy NATI...
Legal & Advocacy
Texas Nonprofit Organizations and Affected Community Members Sue to Challenge Unconstitutional Student Identity Censorship Law
Senate Bill 12 Prohibits Programs and Discussions Involving Race, Gender Identity, and Sexual Orientation in K-12 Schools. FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE   August 29, 2025 CONTACT: HOUSTON — The American...
Legal & Advocacy
SCOTUS, debriefed.
The Supreme Court’s session ended in June with several major decisions that will impact NCLR’s work. Read on for a breakdown of the rulings related to LGBTQ rights.  United States v. Skrmetti...
Legal & Advocacy
Transgender Law Center Condemns SCOTUS Opinions in Trump v CASA and Mahmoud v Taylor; Uplifts Kennedy v Braidwood Decision
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE   June 27, 2025 CONTACT: Sue Yacka-Bible, Director of Communications, sue@transgenderlawcenter.org Transgender Law Center Condemns SCOTUS Opinions in Trump v CASA and Ma...
Legal & Advocacy
Transgender Law Center Denounces SCOTUS Opinion in U.S. v. Skrmetti
Everyone deserves access to health care, including transgender youth FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE  June 18, 2025 CONTACT:  K. Richardson, Communications Manager, k@transgenderlawcenter.org NATIONA...