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SCOTUS Appears Poised to Uphold State Bans on Trans Student Athletes
It’s really about whether the court will uphold trans people’s equal opportunity in public life, says an LGBTQ advocate.
3 Hospitals Under Investigation for Providing Gender-Affirming Care to Youth
Children’s hospitals in Washington State, Colorado, and Minnesota face federal scrutiny for care that is legal.
In the Face of Anti-Trans Escalation, We Need More Than Legal Strategies
The swiftness with which Trump dismantled decades of meager, hard-fought protections exposed the limits of legal work.
The Trump Administration Has Already Accomplished Vast Portions of Project 2025
The conservative policy wishlist for Trump’s second term has severely impacted women and LGBTQ+ Americans.
Racial Harassment of Students Ignored by Trump’s Department of Education
Records filed in court cases show that most complaints filed by families have been dismissed without investigation.
Group Offers Guidance to Help Keep Getting Care After New Trump Anti-Trans Rule
Organizations like the Trans Youth Emergency Project will be essential in navigating a rapidly shrinking care landscape.
Trump Administration Announces New Rules Targeting Care for Transgender Youth
The move is part of a larger push from the Department of Health and Human Services to restrict gender-affirming care.
Rep. Sarah McBride Condemns Republicans’ Upcoming Anti-Trans Votes
One bill proposes a national felony ban on trans youth health care, another aims to bar Medicaid from covering care.
Trump Admin Leaves Data About Trans People Out of Prison Sexual Violence Reports
This comes just days after a DOJ memo revealed plans to dismantle prison rape protections for trans and intersex people.
New Florida Bill Would Protect Anti-Trans Discrimination in the Workplace
The bill’s “Don’t Say Gay or Trans” provisions would also have sweeping consequences for hospitals and health agencies.