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Families Say Colorado Is No Longer Gender-Affirming-Care Haven for Trans Youth
Following Trump’s executive orders, even Colorado hospitals limited the care they offer for trans patients under age 19.
Florida Teacher Loses Job for Using Student’s Chosen Name
“Every child deserves to be educated in an environment where they feel respected,” a petition backing the teacher says.
Colorado House Passes Bills to Protect Bodily Autonomy Amid Federal Threats
These bills are “a critical step” to protect gender-affirming care and abortion services in the state, advocates say.
USDA Suspends Maine Education Funds Over State’s Support for Trans Athletes
Maine’s Democratic Gov. Janet Mills warned that the “rule of law in our country” is at stake.
New Colorado Laws Could Set National Standard for Trans Protections
“[S]eeing my adopted home state actually do something to protect me … mean[s] a lot,” a trans Coloradoan told Truthout.
Want to Honor Trans Day of Visibility? Fight With Us Like Your Life Hinges on It
Being visible isn’t enough. Let’s organize, protect each other and fight back against rising fascism.
Trump Administration Is Investigating CA Privacy Protections for Trans Students
The Department of Education is threatening to pull state funding if officials don't out trans kids to their parents.
Democrats’ “Reshuffling” on Trans Issues Cedes Key Territory to the Far Right
Republicans are using trans rights as a wedge issue. We must not fall for it.
Canada, Europe Issue Travel Advisories After Tourists Detained in US
Countries have advised transgender and nonbinary travelers to exercise additional caution when planning trips to the US.
Military Plans to Investigate GIs for “Symptoms” of Being Trans
The court filing signals a shift from targeting openly trans troops to potentially investigating those who are closeted.