Social Security demands that gay activist living with AIDS repay $200k in benefits
The federal agency claims Paul Aguilar has been overpaid.
April 4, 2025
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What you need to know about Donald Trump's attempt to ban transgender people from the military
Two federal judges have blocked the Pentagon's attempt to kick out trans service members.
March 31, 2025
Pentagon’s so-called waiver for trans troops is a cruel hoax
"It's a trap," one legal expert told The Advocate.
March 11, 2025
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.
December 5, 2024
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.
December 23, 2023
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.
September 29, 2023
Judge Won't Block Florida's Restrictions on Care for Trans Adults
The same judge has blocked restrictions affecting trans youth.
September 13, 2023
Appeals court denies Trump DOJ’s request to halt injunction on trans military ban — for now
Two federal appeals courts are considering whether to allow the ban to proceed until the case is resolved.
April 2, 2025
Transgender troops ask federal judge for temporary restraining order against Trump administration
The Department of Justice has until Tuesday morning to assure Judge Ana Reyes that trans troops aren't being professionally impacted.
March 24, 2025
BREAKING: Pentagon's waiver for transgender troops forces them to deny their identities, court filing shows
The policy explicitly bans transgender service members from receiving gender-affirming medical care, including hormone therapy and gender-confirmation surgeries.
March 5, 2025
Trans inmate sues over Trump's 'two sexes' order
The order will mean the inmate, identified under the pseudonym Maria Moe, will be transferred to a men's prison, putting her in immediate danger, the lawsuit says.
January 27, 2025
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.
November 13, 2023
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.
September 13, 2023
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.
August 21, 2023
Longtime LGBTQ+ advocate Kate Kendell is the new CEO of the Gill Foundation (exclusive)
Kendell, the former executive director of the National Center for Lesbian Rights, recognizes that it's a crucial time for the LGBTQ+ movement.
April 1, 2025
D.C. appeals court won't block Trump's trans military ban — just yet
The judges may reconsider if the military takes action against trans service members.
March 31, 2025
Federal judge blocks Trump's transgender military ban
Judge Ana Reyes rejected the Pentagon policy, saying it was "soaked in animus and dripping with pretext.”
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March 18, 2025
Trump's Justice Department files complaint about lesbian judge hearing trans military case
The department is accusing U.S. District Judge Ana Reyes of bias and misconduct.
February 24, 2025
Dr. King's wisdom can guide us through a dark time
As we commemorate Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.'s life today, a president who stands for exclusion takes office. But King's wisdom can help us fight back, writes Imani Rupert-Gordon
January 20, 2025
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.
April 30, 2024
Kentucky Families Ask Supreme Court to Review Gender-Affirming Care Ban
This follows a similar filing on a ban in Tennessee.
November 6, 2023