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LGBTQ+ groups cautiously optimistic that Supreme Court will rule for trans youth care

Even though conservative justices expressing skepticism about such care, supporters of trans rights say there may be a favorable ruling.

Biden admin moves to protect LGBTQ+ kids in foster care

A new rule from the Department of Health and Human Services requires that these children be placed in supportive homes.

Ron DeSantis Lied About 'Mutilation' in Pushing Anti-Trans Law, Judge Says

Judge Robert Hinkle trashed the rationale behind Florida's ban on gender-affirming care for trans minors.

For Transgender Awareness Week, a Look at the Reality of Health Care for Trans Youth

The National Center for Lesbian Rights is telling the real stories of trans youth and their families through the new #HealthcareIsCaring campaign.

Kentucky Families Ask Supreme Court to Review Gender-Affirming Care Ban

This follows a similar filing on a ban in Tennessee.

Kentucky and Tennessee Bans on Trans Care for Youth Upheld in Court

The U.S. Court of Appeals for the Sixth Circuit issued its ruling Thursday, but the lawyers representing trans youth and families note that the fight is not over.

Alabama Families Continue to Appeal to Block Transgender Care Ban

A three-judge panel of the U.S. Court of Appeals for the 11th Circuit ruled the ban can go into effect. The families want a rehearing by the full court.

Judge Won't Block Florida's Restrictions on Care for Trans Adults

The same judge has blocked restrictions affecting trans youth.

Appeals Court Lets Alabama Enforce Trans Care Ban, Cites Anti-Abortion Ruling

The assertion provides further evidence that all bodily autonomy rights are under attack.

Judges Block Tennessee, Kentucky Bans on Transition Care for Minors

These aren't final decisions on the bans, but they can't be enforced while lawsuits against them are heard.

Taking Away Our Civil Rights Must Not Become the New Normal After Dobbs

On the anniversary of the overturning of Roe v. Wade, remember we shouldn't get used to losing our rights.

One Year After Dobbs: Keeping Up the Fight for Bodily Autonomy

Conservative politicians are going not only after abortion but trans health care and LGBTQ+ rights in general. But activists and everyday citizens are fighting back.

Activists Urge Target and All Businesses to Push Back on Anti-LGBTQ+ Campaigns

After Target removed some Pride merchandise, LGBTQ+ groups call for it and all businesses, including Anheuser-Busch, to stand up to haters.

Trans and Nonbinary Lawmakers: Biden's Title IX Proposal Is Unacceptable

Allowing for exclusion of trans athletes in even limited cases is not OK, say 14 state legislators.

LGBTQ+ Rights Lawyer Shannon Minter's Home Hit by Tornado

The house has been declared beyond repair, and friends are helping to raise funds for Minter and his family.