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How to support trans youth and their families amid Trump’s gender-affirming care ban

We must always make it clear that trans youth are loved, valued, and here to stay.

Nancy Mace calls trans people a slur after sit-ins in Capitol bathrooms

The congresswoman appeared to be taken by surprise by the protest and was seen wandering the halls of the Senate, a different building than the protestors, holding a bullhorn.

'A betrayal': Trans people respond to Sarah McBride's bathroom ban compliance

I can deal with this; other people shouldn’t have to,” Rep.-elect Sarah McBride told The Advocate in response to criticism.

Pennsylvania man held for trial in murder and dismemberment of trans 14-year-old Pauly A. Likens

DeShawn Watkins is facing new murder and sex crime charges following a preliminary hearing.

Our Lady J's Return to Music

The multi-talented writer, director, and musician is back with her first song in a decade.

New study finds inadequate response to mpox outbreak

A similarly negative GAO report spurred out U.S. Rep. Ritchie Torres to introduce legislation overhauling the federal response to future outbreaks.

Ohio court temporarily blocks ban on gender-affirming care for trans youth

The temporary restraining order is short-lived, but advocates are pushing to have the ban struck down permanently.

Trans Stonewall icon Miss Major launches fundraiser for nursing care

A social media post from the trans rights legend says she needs "a round the clock nurse to help her recover" after a hospitalization.

Instead of reporting on actual news, the New York Times goes after trans people again

For trans people, the question isn’t “Are trans advocates being too loud and strident,” but “How am I going to survive the next four years under Trump?” Riki Wilchins says.

7 steps for transgender people preparing for federal crackdowns under Trump

Donald Trump has pledged severe federal crackdowns on transgender people. Erin Reed outlines steps for preparing for these challenges, sharing stories from trans individuals who are already taking action.

‘We have way more power than they think’: Advocates host Trans Folks for Harris Zoom call

The event marks the first time that transgender leaders have mobilized for a presidential candidate.

An urgent call to protect gender-affirming care

While efforts to ban or severely limit access to gender-affirming care are blunt and sweeping, gender-affirming care is anything but, writes Human Rights Watch's Yasemin Smallens.

With visibility comes violence: Increased awareness of transgender people leads to more hate crimes

Exclusive data shows in L.A. County and beyond, transgender people face increased risk of violent crimes as a result of their identity.

Suspect in killing of Black trans man Righteous Torrence 'TK' Hill identified by police

Hill was the founder and owner of Evollusion, a hair and beauty salon that was a safe space for the Black LGBTQ+ community in the Atlanta area.

Gabrielle Union & Dwyane Wade join Zaya Wade on Out100 red carpet

Gabrielle Union and Dwyane Wade walked the LGBTQ+ carpet with their daughter, who is fighting to create safe spaces for other trans youth.

Dive into the wild analytics of Pornhub's spicy gay stats review

Is there such a thing as a "demure," "twink," and "anime" adult video?

How bathroom bans on federal property would impact trans Americans

A proposed bill in Congress would ban trans people from bathrooms in museums, national parks and other federal property. How would it be enforced, and what are the consequences?

Layshia Clarendon, the WNBA's 1st nonbinary player, announces retirement

"The time has come for my basketball career to end," they said in a social media post.

Black trans woman Kenji Spurgeon killed in Seattle just after end of Pride Month

Spurgeon is being remembered as “a bright light ... known for an infectious smile and quick wit."

Meet the triathlete who just happens to be transgender and deaf

Kamden Romano recently completed the Escape From Alcatraz triathlon, which he says is a metaphor for his life.

Utah launches 'snitch line' to report trans people in bathrooms; memes flood In

The move is the latest in a series of states that have tried to launch ways to report transgender issues to authorities; such attempts in other states have not been successful.