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How 'SVU' led Mariska Hargitay to stand up for sexual assault survivors

"I stay motivated because an extraordinary amount of work remains to be done," Hargitay says.

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Trump executive order targets law firm challenging anti-trans policies

Critics contend Trump's latest executive order targeting Jenner & Block is an attack on the legal profession and the principles of a free society.

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Donald Trump to target transgender rights & diversity with dozens of ‘Day One’ executive orders

Among his first actions will be attacks on the LGBTQ+ community. Here's what he may have planned.

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After nearly a decade of guest stints -- from Law & Order to Eli Stone -- Chris Diamantopoulos has landed the plum role of Debra Messing's best and gay friend, Rodney, in the new USA series The Starter Wife. For those of you expecting another Will-Grace pairing, you might be surprised to see what this hunk has up his sleeve.

Protesters and counterprotesters on drag in Montana

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Montana's Drag Ban Blocked, Just in Time for Helena Pride Event

The block is temporary, but Pride will go on.

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Lesbian Rep. Becca Balint & ally Sen. Jeff Merkley file bill to nullify Trump's anti-LGBTQ+ executive orders

The No Place for LGBTQ+ Hate Act targets the trans military ban, the "two sexes" order, and more.

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How 'SVU' led Mariska Hargitay to stand up for sexual assault survivors

"I stay motivated because an extraordinary amount of work remains to be done," Hargitay says.

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What's the Story Behind the ‘Transgender Tragedy’ on 'Law & Order: SVU'?

The latest 'ripped from the headlines' storyline on tonight's NBC's Law & Order: SVU is a tale of bullying that the show's producers say they hope 'inspire conversations.'

Trump executive order targets law firm challenging anti-trans policies

Critics contend Trump's latest executive order targeting Jenner & Block is an attack on the legal profession and the principles of a free society.

Dan Choi Fined $100 For 2010 White House DADT Protest

The former Army Leiutenant was convicted of failing to obey a lawful order, and ordered to pay a $100 fine.

Indigenous Tribe Passes Hate Crime Law Protecting LGBTQ People

"It was a long time coming," said Marlow Medicine Crow Jr., who is on the Crow Creek Tribe Law and Order Committee.

Judge Refuses to Block Hawaii Marriage Equality

Circuit Court Judge Karl Sakamoto today declined to issue a restraining order to keep the state's new law from going into effect.

'When We Rise' Part Two: When Riots Are the Only Answer

Creator Dustin Lance Black discusses the show's second installment, which depicts how LGBT people respond when law and order fails them.

Trump’s first executive orders could have devastating effects on transgender Americans

Gender-nonconforming people could be kicked out of accommodations and be barred from international travel.

Judge finds anti-trans Republican Florida Congressman Cory Mills to be a danger to women

A judge ruled that Rep. Cory Mills, who has said “we must stop the left’s attack on women,” poses a risk to his ex-girlfriend, the reigning Miss United States.

Donald Trump to target transgender rights & diversity with dozens of ‘Day One’ executive orders

Among his first actions will be attacks on the LGBTQ+ community. Here's what he may have planned.

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Trump revokes LBJ-era civil rights protections in federal government contracting

The rules were in place to protect Americans from discrimination for nearly 60 years.

Montana's Drag Ban Blocked, Just in Time for Helena Pride Event

The block is temporary, but Pride will go on.

Lesbian Rep. Becca Balint & ally Sen. Jeff Merkley file bill to nullify Trump's anti-LGBTQ+ executive orders

The No Place for LGBTQ+ Hate Act targets the trans military ban, the "two sexes" order, and more.

Prior 2021 Arrest of Club Q Gunman Spotlights Red Flag Laws

Five people were killed when a gunman opened fired at the club in Colorado Springs, Colo.

Kansas Judge Blocks Changes to Gender on Driver’s Licenses

The state’s Republican AG had sued the Democratic Governor, saying the practice violated new state law.

ACLU Blasts Montana's Delay on Trans Birth Certificate Order

A judge has blocked a law that would have made it harder for trans residents to change the gender on their birth certificates, but the state still hasn't changed the process.

Trump Covertly Dismantles Obama-Era LGBT Protections

Trump just made it easier for federal contractors to discriminate about LGBT people.

9 state attorneys general pledge to support transgender youth: 'We have your back'

"You belong here. You inspire us. And we do love you," nine state AGs tell trans youth in a new video.

St Petersburg Judge Avoids Propaganda Law

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"I stay motivated because an extraordinary amount of work remains to be done," Hargitay says.

The latest 'ripped from the headlines' storyline on tonight's NBC's Law & Order: SVU is a tale of bullying that the show's producers say they hope 'inspire conversations.'

Critics contend Trump's latest executive order targeting Jenner & Block is an attack on the legal profession and the principles of a free society.

The former Army Leiutenant was convicted of failing to obey a lawful order, and ordered to pay a $100 fine.

"It was a long time coming," said Marlow Medicine Crow Jr., who is on the Crow Creek Tribe Law and Order Committee.

Circuit Court Judge Karl Sakamoto today declined to issue a restraining order to keep the state's new law from going into effect.

Creator Dustin Lance Black discusses the show's second installment, which depicts how LGBT people respond when law and order fails them.

Gender-nonconforming people could be kicked out of accommodations and be barred from international travel.

A judge ruled that Rep. Cory Mills, who has said “we must stop the left’s attack on women,” poses a risk to his ex-girlfriend, the reigning Miss United States.

Among his first actions will be attacks on the LGBTQ+ community. Here's what he may have planned.

The rules were in place to protect Americans from discrimination for nearly 60 years.

The block is temporary, but Pride will go on.

The No Place for LGBTQ+ Hate Act targets the trans military ban, the "two sexes" order, and more.

Five people were killed when a gunman opened fired at the club in Colorado Springs, Colo.

The state’s Republican AG had sued the Democratic Governor, saying the practice violated new state law.

A judge has blocked a law that would have made it harder for trans residents to change the gender on their birth certificates, but the state still hasn't changed the process.

Trump just made it easier for federal contractors to discriminate about LGBT people.

"You belong here. You inspire us. And we do love you," nine state AGs tell trans youth in a new video.