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Man convicted in first federal hate crime trial based on gender identity for murder of Black trans woman

Black trans woman Pebbles LaDime “Dime” Doe was found shot dead in her car in South Carolina. Now, her killer has been found guilty.

USAID Releases Historic LGBTQ-Inclusive Development Policy

The new policy is meant to provide a framework for the agency to create inclusive programming.

Biden Expresses 'Support and Solidarity' for LGBTQ+ People Globally

On the International Day Against Homophobia, Transphobia and Biphobia, Biden said attacks on the community "cannot be tolerated."

Op-ed: Fueling the Frontlines for LGBT Rights

Here's one way to help LGBT people in oppressive nations fight back.

Biden Proclaims June as LGBTQ+ Pride Month, Denounces Oppression

The Biden-Harris Administration reaffirmed its commitment to support the LGBTQ+ community against right-wing assaults.

On IDAHOTB, Biden, Blinken Reaffirm U.S. Support for LGBTQ+ Equality

Both pointed out the progress made toward equal rights but said much more needs to be done.

House & Senate Democrats Unveil Legislation to Promote LGBTQ+ Rights Abroad

They warn that anti-LGBTQ+ laws elsewhere have the potential to threaten LGBTQ+ people in the U.S. too.

Biden, Polis, and More Call Out Gun Violence, Anti-LGBTQ+ Bigotry

The president, Colorado's governor, and civil rights groups are responding to the tragedy at Club Q in Colorado Springs.

South Carolina Man Pleads Guilty for Role in Murder of Black Transgender Woman

A second man accused of shooting Pebbles LaDime “Dime” Doe still awaits trial.

Kuwait Summons U.S. Diplomat Over Pride Month Tweet That Quotes Biden

Same-sex sexual relations are illegal in the country, and those found guilty of it face seven years in prison.

Mark Pocan Announced as Chair of Congressional Equality Caucus

The Equality Caucus promotes equality for LGBTQ+ people.

2 Men Plead Guilty to Hate Crime Against Trans Woman Hours Before Her Murder

The men harassed and shot Alexa Neulisa Luciano with paintballs; she was found shot dead the following day.

Oregon Man Who Punched Trans Library Worker Pleads Guilty to Hate Crimes

The man admitted guilt to a string of unsolved attacks in Idaho last year.

Oregon Man Sentenced for Terror Spree Targeting LGBTQ+ People in Idaho

Matthew Alan Lehigh used his to car to attack people he perceived to be LGBTQ+.

Maryland Man Admits Sending Terror Threats to LGBTQ+ Group, Allies

The man deliberated targeted supporters of the trans community.

Biden Admin Will Have LGBTQ+ Envoy, Allow Pride Flags at Embassies

President Biden's nominee for secretary of State, Antony Blinken, made those promises at his confirmation hearing this week.

S.F. Cops Arrest Suspects in Trans Woman's Second Attack

As San Francisco gentrifies, the "gayborhoods" decline, and violence spikes for trans residents, a trans woman is attacked for the second time this year.

Gay Palestinian Man Beheaded After Receiving Death Threats

Ahmad Abu Marhia had been living in Israel while awaiting asylum in Canada.

Alicia Garza: Taking Black Lives Matter to Another Dimension

Black Lives Matter has always been intended to be a declaration that includes transgender people, says one queer woman who helped create the movement. 

No, Speaker Mike Johnson Is Not Nice

He may look and sound harmless, but Speaker Mike Johnson is a walking, talking threat to marginalized people.

Queer Clergy Needs to Mobilize Against Fascism and White Supremacy

Two LGBTQ religious leaders share their experiences in Charlottesville and make a plea for all spiritual people to rise up.