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In Politics, The Advocate presents the latest news about the political world. From Supreme Court rulings to state and federal laws, The Advocate reports on how politics shapes the day-to-day realities faced by members of the gay community. Read about LGBT leaders like Barney Frank and Tammy Baldwin and their work to advance the causes of the LGBT rights movement in the United States and around the world. Find out about legislation related to same-sex marriage, adoption, and other issues in gay politics that will impact the lives of gay, lesbian, bisexual, and transgender Americans.
The Department of Education withdrew a rule applying Title IX to require institutions to allow athletes to compete on athletic teams consistent with their gender identity.
Simpson won her election on November 5 with more than 56 percent of the vote, beating out incumbent Elias Haynes, who had served on the board with his wife, Lindsi, who were both subject to recall votes.
The anti-LGBTQ+ lieutenant governor of North Carolina was found to have accepted contributions from unauthorized donors, accepted donations over the maximum limit, and used campaign money for personal expenses.
Gaetz contributed to the baseless right-wing buzz around the school shooting in Pocan's district.
The grandstanding MAGA leader looking like a fool always makes our day.
Advocates are calling on President Joe Biden to veto it.
McBride thanked her fellow Delaware representatives for helping her "realize the awesome responsibility and the awesome opportunity that we have to leave this state better and kinder than we found it."
The Orange is the New Black actor recently spoke at event for Planned Parenthood where she highlighted the connection between bans on gender-affirming care and bans on abortion.
They introduced an amendment to the House-passed version of the bill, and Baldwin delivered floor remarks against the anti-trans language.
LGBTQ+ advocates warn that elevating the lieutenant governor to the governorship would be detrimental to the community.
Craig, a representative from Minnesota, was elected by House Democrats on Tuesday.
Randy Fine has previously introduced bills restricting drag show attendance and gender-affirming care for children.
Atkins, an experienced California lawmaker, has just received the LGBTQ+ Victory Fund's endorsement.
The president-elect nominated Jacob Helberg to be his undersecretary of State for economic growth, energy, and the environment.
It’s not clear what the role will involve.
While neither Altman nor Cook have spoken publicly on their communications with the president-elect, both stand to gain tremendously from maintaining a positive relationship with him.
The Democratic governor said he is against inmates “receiving better coverage and health care than a law-abiding citizen.”
The president-elect chose businessman Bill White for the role in an announcement on Truth Social.
The California Democrat had fallen during an official engagement in Luxembourg on Friday.
Trump’s Defense nominee Hegseth’s anti-LGBTQ+ rhetoric and the House passing the anti-trans defense spending bill mean that the assault on LGBTQ+ soldiers is just beginning.
