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Over 210,000 transgender citizens could have trouble voting in the 2024 election

Transgender Americans "may face barriers to voting in person" due to a "mismatch with their information as listed on voter registration rolls," according to a new report.

Chelsea Manning Seeks Legal Name Change

After coming out as transgender last August, the WikiLeaks source is seeking to make her name change official.

Cleveland Indians Change Offensive Logo, Keep Name

Major League Baseball team Cleveland Indians will change its logo next year.

'Tranny Awards' Changes Its Name, Not Its Nature

After pushback from transgender people, the controversial awards show is finally changing its name, but is it enough?

Germany makes it easier to change gender and name on legal documents

Transgender and nonbinary Germans will soon be able to apply for changes by simply declaring their name and gender instead of having to provide so-called expert opinions.

Texas PrEP Case Name Changed Because of Negative Press

Jonathan Mitchell, the Texas attorney challenging PrEP access, said the named plaintiff is being threatened and bullied.

Petition Demands Chicago's Boystown Change Name to Be More Inclusive

The nickname promotes a culture of sexism, racism, and transphobia, said signees.

Trans Felons Want Lifetime Ban on Name Change Removed

Eight transgender plaintiffs in Illinois want the state to end punitive restrictions on name changes.

Facebook Responds to 'Real Name' Policy Complaints

After public protests, multiple meetings and an abundance of angst, the social network takes another step in its commitment to allow users to self-identify.

U.S. Navy Approves First Name-Change for a Trans Vet

The decision is historic, but does not reflect a policy change.

Op-ed: Why This Major Organization Is Changing Its Name

Being your authentic self is a revolutionary act for millions of LBGTQ people. Here's why one major organization is going to do the same.

Bill Aims to Simplify Name Change for Trans New Yorkers

In most states, transgender individuals are required to publish a public notice in a local newspaper prior to legally changing their names. One legislator hopes to remove this burden for trans New Yorkers.