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Federal Court Says Trump’s “Gender Ideology” Funding Ban Likely Unconstitutional
Judge Jon S. Tigar pointed directly to the discriminatory intent behind Trump’s executive orders.
Pride Organizers Are Doubling Down on Teaching Radical Histories of Resistance
In the fight for dignity and democracy, trans people have much to teach.
New Oral History Captures Decades of Trans Life in the Words of Elders of Color
Amid the current anti-trans backlash, let’s heed the wisdom and perspective of the trans elders in our communities.
Federal Judge Strikes Down LGBTQ Protections Against Workplace Discrimination
Judge Matthew Kacsmaryk’s ruling marks one of the most alarming judicial rollbacks of LGBTQ rights in recent memory.
Appellate Court Says Florida’s Drag Show Ban Is Likely Unconstitutional
The law is an “egregiously unconstitutional attempt to censor” free speech, the lawyer for the plaintiffs said.
Trans-Led Advocacy Wins Hard-Fought Victory in Colorado Legislature
“Other states must follow the lead of Colorado and enshrine transgender rights into law,” one trans activist said.
Gov. Katie Hobbs Vetoes Anti-Trans Bills, Chides GOP for Attacking Arizonans
“I encourage the Legislature to focus on real issues,” Hobbs said in one of her veto statements.
Forthcoming Anti-Trans Report From HHS Could Further Restrict Access to Care
The report is expected to mirror reviews from Florida and the UK, engineered to disrupt gender-affirming care.
LGBTQ Suicide Hotline at Risk Under Trump’s HHS Budget Proposal
The 988 LGBTQ crisis line is still active. Proposed cuts wouldn’t take effect until October, if approved by Congress.
Conservative Justices May Upend School District’s LGBTQ-Inclusive Lessons
The upcoming ruling could create precedent allowing for opt-out standards to be implemented in a wide range of studies.
More Than 850 Anti-LGBTQ Bills Filed So Far in 2025 — the Most in US History
What we are witnessing now is not a legislative trend — it’s a coordinated nationwide campaign.
Anti-Trans Ruling in UK Strips Protections From Trans Women
“Extremely devastating news for transgender people in the United Kingdom,” said transgender activist Erin Reed.
Disability Advocates Alarmed by HHS Removal of Gender Dysphoria Protections
The move reduces protections for transgender people who face discrimination in health care, education and housing.