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North Carolina Republican says trans people should ‘find a corner outside somewhere’ to go to the bathroom

It's only the latest anti-LGBTQ+ statements from North Carolina Lt. Gov. Mark Robinson, who has called LGBTQ+ people "filth" and "maggots."

WATCH: Republican National Committee Clears Up Nominating Process

The head of the GOP says the rules to nominate a candidate in 2012 don't necessarily apply this year.

Michele Bachmann Is Back With One of Her Worst Comments Ever

If she does try to win the Republican nomination in 2016, expect more of this sort of thing.

Gay, pro-choice GOPer Curtis Bashaw wins New Jersey U.S. Senate primary

His nomination gives Republicans hope they could pick up a Senate seat in the solidly blue state.

Chris Christie Is Out of Race for White House

Reports say the governor of New Jersey will announce today he's suspending his campaign for the Republican nomination for president. 

Ron DeSantis Is Running for President With His Shameful Anti-LGBTQ+ Record

As DeSantis announces his campaign for the Republican presidential nomination, we review how he's attacked LGBTQ+ people and other marginalized communities.

Univision Tells Trump 'No Mas' After Rant

NBC has also distanced itself from Trump, who made slurs against Mexicans part of his bid for the Republican party nomination for president.

Ron DeSantis Fumbles Through Fox News Interview on Homophobic Campaign Ad

DeSantis's constant head shaking gave away that the question made the unapolgogetic Republican uncomforable.

Jim Jordan, a Far-Right MAGA Republican, Wins Nomination for Speaker of House

The Trump-endorsed lawmaker has a history of voting against LGBTQ+ rights.

Alabama Homophobe Roy Moore Advances to Runoff in Senate Primary

Moore and Luther Strange will compete September 26 for the Republican nomination for U.S. senator.

LGBTQ+ Iowans feel threatened by Republican candidates' stances

The contenders for the Republican presidential nomination have served up a heaping helping of homophobia and transphobia.

Carly Fiorina Quits GOP Race for President

The only high-profile woman vying for the Republican nomination today announced on Facebook that she has suspended her campaign.

Rand Paul Drops Out of GOP Race for White House

Reportedly short on cash and support, the U.S. senator from Kentucky ended his quest for the Republican nomination after a poor showing in Iowa.

Vivek Ramaswamy: LGBTQ+ People Created 'Tyranny of the Minority'

Ramaswamy, who is seeking the Republican presidential nomination, made this and other questionable remarks to a pansexual activist who approached him at the Iowa State Fair.

How the Republican Nomination Can Play Out

Either Donald Trump will win, or no one will win the Republican primary outright.

Is Ron DeSantis’s Rush to Homophobia a Winning GOP Strategy in 2024?

Is this how the 2024 Republican nomination for president will be decided?

Cruz Controls Wyoming, Guam, as Rubio Takes D.C.

The District of Columbia and U.S. territory of Guam bold held Republican nominating contests today, while Wyoming Republicans held their preliminary caucus.

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Ted Cruz Quits Race After Trump's Indiana Win

With Donald Trump headed for the Republican presidential nomination, Ted Cruz suspends his campaign.

House GOP Nominates Paul Ryan for Speaker

The Republicans will submit his nomination to the full House tomorrow, and approval is expected, but it's not a positive development for LGBT Americans.

There Will Not Be a Third President Bush (This Time)

The brother and son of presidents has abandoned his bid for the Republican nomination after a dismal showing in the first three contests of the campaign.