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I’m a Trans Teen in Texas — Politicians and Anti-Trans Bigots Cannot Erase Me
Anti-trans conspiracies driven by right-wing activists and lawmakers broke up my family, but they can’t destroy me.
Trans Californians Could Seal Court Records Under Proposed Law Amid Trump Term
“Transgender people face an insurmountable constant threat of being doxxed and harassed,” said advocate Allison Chapman.
Judge Blocks Title IX Protections for Trans Youth and Other Vulnerable Students
The ruling strikes down expanded anti-discrimination protections proposed by Biden's Department of Education last April.
DeSantis Admin Revokes Trans Person’s License Over Gender Marker Change
Florida's DMV plans an audit for past errors, potentially increasing risks for trans people in the state.
Transgender Bathroom Ban Takes Effect in House-Controlled Capitol Spaces
Many transgender visitors to the House have stated they will not comply with the anti-trans bathroom policy.
GOP Rules Package Prioritizes Targeting Trans Protections Under Title IX
An anti-trans bill’s inclusion among 12 legislative priorities shows clear direction for the GOP in the next two years.
2024 Was Challenging Year for Trans People — But There Were Some Major Victories
From court wins to election victories, it is these gains that trans people can carry into 2025 with hope.
I Entered Law to Protect My LGBTQ Community. I Need Solidarity From Colleagues.
The legal profession must fight to protect us — the lawyers, law students and legal workers fighting for a better world.
Nearly 120 Anti-LGBTQ Bills Filed Across the US Before 2025 Has Even Started
This far surpasses the 80 bills filed by this time in 2023, signaling another historic wave of legal attacks.
House Republicans Seek to Ban Trans Care for Kids in Military Families
“Blanketly denying health care to people who clearly need it…is wrong,” a Democratic lawmaker said in response.
Trump Taps Anti-Trans Lawyer Harmeet Dhillon to Lead DOJ Civil Rights Post
Dhillon has openly advocated for overturning blue state laws that protect transgender individuals.
Trans Rights Activists Hold Sit-In at Capitol to Protest Johnson’s Bathroom Ban
“Everyone deserves to use the restroom without fear of discrimination or violence,” an organizer of the protest said.
Supreme Court Case on Trans Health Shows How Gender Essentialism Harms Us All
Everyone who cares about bodily autonomy should fight for trans health care.