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No, transphobes, Lia Thomas didn't cause the U.S. swimming team to almost quit

A false Facebook post claiming the U.S. women's swimming team threatened to quit if trans athlete Lia Thomas was allowed to try out have been debunked.

U.S. Olympic Committee Moves to Take Over USA Gymnastics

The action arises from dissatisfaction with how USA Gymnastics' governing body addressed a sexual assault scandal.

Lawsuit Accuses USA Taekwondo, Olympic Committee of Sex Trafficking

Four female former Team USA Taekwondo athletes claim the team and the U.S. Olympic Committee subjected them to sex trafficking. 

Olympic Committee Condemns Daily Beast Article on Gay Athletes

 "This kind of reporting is simply unacceptable," the IOC said.

Will Olympic Committee's New Rules Influence Antigay Host Countries?

The International Olympic Committee voted in favor of 40 new rules, including one that protects people against discrimination on the basis of sexual orientation. Will that help LGB athletes?

U.S. Olympic Committee Says No to Discrimination

The United States Olympic Committee announced that it has expanded its existing nondiscrimination policy to include protections for sexual orientation.

Olympics Ask Russia for 'Clarification' on Anti-LGBT Laws

The International Olympic Committee asked Russian officials to provide written guarantees that LGBT Olympic athletes and spectators will be safe in Sochi next year.

Olympic Athletes Told Not to Speak Against Russian Laws

The IOC claims the Olympics' own rules bars athletes from showing support of the LGBT community at the upcoming Winter Games in Sochi.

Olympic Committee Says Russia's Antigay Bill Won't Effect LGBT Olympians

"The IOC is an open organization and athletes of all orientations will be welcome at the Games," says a spokesman for The International Olympic Committee.

Senators to IOC: Make Sure LGBTs Protected During Olympics

Twelve senators question the International Olympic Committee on its reaction to Olympics host Russia's antigay law.

IOC 'Completely Satisfied' With Russia's Anti-LGBT Laws

The International Olympic Committee said it doesn't have the authority to interfere with the laws of the nation hosting the 2014 Winter Olympics.

IOC Defends Removal of Trans MP for Rainbow Protest

The International Olympic Committee is defending the removal of several LGBT activists from the Olympic village Sunday, including a transgender former member of Italy's parliament.

IOC Proposes Gay-Inclusive Antibias Language for Olympic Charter

The proposal, announced today, is one of 40 recommendations the International Olympic Committee will vote on in December.

New IOC Rules Change the Game for Trans Athletes

The rest of the sporting world now needs to follow the lead of the International Olympic Committee.

NBC Criticized for Editing of Olympics Speech

The network removed part of International Olympic Committee president Thomas Bach's comments against discrimination.

IOC: Olympic Host Cities Must Be Safe for LGBT Participants

Following the controversy around holding the 2014 Winter Olympics in Russia, with its anti-LGBT policies and environment, the International Olympic Committee takes a stand against discrimination.

IOC OK With Arrest of Gay Rights Protesters in Russia

The International Olympic Committee will not be bothered by the arrest of more than a dozen peaceful protesters in Moscow and St. Petersburg on Friday.

Two More Olympic Sponsors Condemn Russian Law

Chobani and DeVry University are the two newest sponsors of the U.S. Olympic Committee sponsors to condemn Russia's antigay law.

Calif. Athletic Commission Considers Licensing Trans Athletes

The proposed rule change would mirror similar policies adopted by the International Olympic Committee and NCAA.

U.S. Senator's Resolution Targets Russia's Antigay Law

Sen. Jeff Merkley will submit a resolution urging the International Olympic Committee to oppose Russia's anti-LGBT legislation.

Op-ed: Every Athlete Deserves a Shot at Realizing the Olympic Dream

When it comes to the International Olympic Committee's handling of LGBT athletes, it's business as usual -- which may be the problem in the first place.