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Trump vs. Maine: State refuses anti-trans sports policies as federal agencies push to cut funding

Here's everything you need to know about Trump's spat with Gov. Janet Mills of Maine.

Illinois Gov. Urges Wisconsin to Pass Marriage Equality

Governor Pat Quinn is advocating for solidarity in marriage equality among the Midwestern region.

Government launches investigation into Maine hours after Democratic governor stood up to Trump’s ‘bullying’

“In America, the President is neither a King nor a dictator, as much as this one tries to act like it – and it is the rule of law that prevents him from being so,” Gov. Janet Mills said.

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Martina Navratilova Supports Idaho's Ban on Trans Female Athletes

The lesbian tennis champ signed on to a letter to the NCAA endorsing the ban.

South Dakota Gov. Vetoes Anti-Trans 'Bathroom Bill'

Gov. Dennis Daugaard vetoed a measure that would have forced trans students to use the wrong restrooms and locker rooms for their gender identity.

Maine lawmaker censured for outing, deadnaming trans student athlete

Republican Rep. Laurel Libby outed the student in a Facebook post.

NCAA Will Not Host Final Four in Anti-LGBT States

The NCAA enacted new nondiscrimination requirements in response to the wave of anti-LGBT bills that have passed recently.

Florida Pushes Forward to Ban Gender-Affirming Care for Medicaid Users

The state is working on a proposed rule change to its Medicaid program that would bar trans people from having their gender-affirming care covered. 

HRC Slams New NCAA Constitution for Lacking Nondiscrimination Policy

The document makes a general statement about diversity, equity, and inclusion but doesn't specifically address discrimination.

Hawaii Bans 'Ex-Gay' Therapy on Minors

The Aloha State is the 12th to do so.

Kansas Gov. Vetoes Anti-Trans Sports Bill, 'Parents' Rights' Measure

It's the second consecutive year that Democratic Gov. Laura Kelly has vetoed a trans-exclusionary sports till.

Maine Gov. Janet Mills confronts Donald Trump to his face over anti-trans sports order at White House

“See you in court,” she told the president when he declared his administration’s policies to be “the federal law.”

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Christie Warns Marriage Debate Not Over Yet

Republican governors take on marriage equality as the country becomes more supportive of LGBT rights.

Arizona Gov. Says She Will 'Do the Right Thing'

Amid a growing chorus of opposition, Gov. Jan Brewer said she would 'do the right thing' for Arizona when she decides whether to sign an anti-LGBT bill by the end of the week.

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Whether or Not Pulse Was a Hate Crime, Hate Still Lives in Florida

Gov. Rick Scott should honor Pulse's victims and enact statewide LGBT protections, writes Equality Florida's Nadine Smith.