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How Is Trump’s Anti-Trans Executive Order Being Used? Here’s What We Know.
Trans people in federal custody are already feeling immediate impacts of the order, the ACLU’s Gillian Branstetter says.
MT Anti-Trans Bill Would Lay Groundwork for Dangerous Legal Precedent If Passed
The legislation would criminalize parents for letting a child access gender-affirming procedures and hormone therapy.
Trump Demands Bishop Apologize for Asking Him to Govern With Mercy
Bishop Mariann Edgar Budde made the request during an interfaith prayer service on Tuesday.
Trump’s Day 1 Anti-LGBTQ Orders Will Likely Run Into Legal Trouble
Executive orders typically direct federal agencies to begin changing their policies — and can be challenged in court.
Over 700 Protests Are Reportedly Planned Nationwide for Trump’s Inauguration Day
Some organizers say the protests are both a reaction to Trump and a call to action for systemic change.
Some LGBTQ Couples Rush to Marry Ahead of Trump’s Inauguration
Pop-up elopement events for queer couples are happening in states across the country before January 20.
Montana’s Anti-Trans Bathroom Bill Moves Forward After Key House Vote
“This bill is clearly fueled by hate and transphobia,” said researcher Allison Chapman.
HIV-Positive Palestinians Struggle to Survive as Israel Blocks Medication
Genocide is making it impossible to get medication to people, according to a new report from The Intercept.
Idaho Republicans Demand Supreme Court Overturn 2015 Marriage Equality Decision
The resolution falsely alleges that same-sex marriages violate residents' religious rights.
More States Are Passing Laws Offering Vigilantes Cash to Report Targeted Groups
2025 will see proliferation of so-called bounty bills targeting trans people, librarians, abortion services and more.