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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.

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.

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.

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.

LGBTQ Advocates Condemn Newsom’s Anti-Trans Stance on Sports
“By ignoring science … he has alienated his base that deeply care about LGBTQ rights,” said researcher Allison Chapman.

Hospitals Are Curtailing Gender-Affirming Care Beyond Scope Set by Trump’s Order
Even trans adults with private insurance are starting to face problems as hospitals indulge in anticipatory compliance.