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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.
Trump Demands Apology From Maine Gov. Janet Mills for Defending Trans Women
The two had a heated exchange over an executive order banning trans women and girls from playing in women's sports.
Setting Dangerous Precedent, 9th Circuit Upholds Idaho Anti-Trans Bathroom Ban
The ruling shirks strong precedent affirming equal protection rights and denies trans people protection under Title IX.
Hungary Bans LGBTQ Pride Events, Approves Facial Recognition to Track Attendees
Thousands protested the ban outside Hungary’s parliament, blocking traffic and defying police orders to disperse.
Some Hospitals Canceled Care for Trans Youth Despite Judge Blocking Trump Order
LGBTQ advocates accuse medical institutions of “obeying in advance” after Trump issued the anti-trans executive order.
Will Dems Draw a Line? Budget Capitulation Raises Questions Over Fights to Come.
It’s not hard to imagine Democrats who didn’t hold the line for Medicaid won’t hold it for trans health care, either.
Meta’s Assault on DEI Plays Right Into the Project 2025 Handbook
Mark Zuckerberg’s decision may have potentially devastating consequences for the safety of marginalized communities.
Trump’s Policies Show “Imperialism and Totalitarianism Go Hand in Hand”
Russian American writer M. Gessen discusses Trump’s agenda, a possible ceasefire in Russia’s war on Ukraine, and more.
Trump’s Anti-Trans Orders Get Most Airtime on Fox News, Report Finds
The lack of coverage from other networks has allowed Fox News to shape the narrative at a crucial time for trans rights.
Humanitarian Groups Are Offering Trans Migrants a Safe Haven on the Border
Activists agree that strengthening access to asylum in Mexico is key to sustaining support for trans migrants.