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Florida Republican Admits During Speech His Party Has Hatred for LGBTQ People
GOP Rep. Jeff Holcomb's speech earlier this week was met with audible gasps in the chamber.
Judge Denies Zooey Zephyr’s Legal Bid to Return to Montana House
The ruling is a “dangerous and undemocratic continuation” of GOP attempts to silence those who speak up, Zephyr said.
Nazis Carrying Banner That Says, “There Will Be Blood” Protest Ohio Drag Brunch
This neo-Nazi presence follows a similar Nazi protest of a drag story hour that took place in March in Wadsworth, Ohio.
Trans Teen Receiving Award From Iowa Gov. Shouts “Trans Rights Are Human Rights”
Gov. Kim Reynolds has signed two anti-transgender bills into law this year, negatively impacting trans students in Iowa.
Burnt by Charity Models, Club Q Shooting Victims Support Survivor-Led Mutual Aid
Survivors of the Club Q shooting allege that they have not received all the charity funds raised on their behalf.
Montana Gov. Signs Gender-Affirming Care Ban, Ignoring a Plea From His Own Son
Gianforte's son, who is nonbinary, told him “these bills are immoral, unjust, and frankly a violation of human rights.”
Nebraska Senator With Trans Son Faces Outrageous “Conflict of Interest” Probe
“I will continue to advocate for our kids...no matter what harassment or intimidation comes my way,” Sen. Hunt said.
Kansas City Leaders Consider Joining Lawsuit Against Anti-Trans Missouri AG
The Kansas City council is also considering requests to make the city a “safe haven” for trans Missourians seeking care.
Hundreds Protest GOP Silencing of Trans Rep. Zooey Zephyr at Montana Capitol
Republicans called for the censure of Rep. Zooey Zephyr after she condemned a state bill targeting transgender youth.
Texas Agriculture Dept Tells Employees to Dress According to “Biological Gender”
The department sent a memo outlining the anti-trans dress code and warning that those who violate it may be fired.