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For trans people reliant on federal programs, this election could change everything

Experts, providers, elected officials, and people with lived experience discuss how election outcomes — up and down the ballot — might impact gender-affirming care in Pittsburgh and beyond.

Justice Department Announces Support for Embattled Trans Youth

Lawyers for the department declared recent anti-trans laws in West Virginia and Arkansas violated the constitution. 

Report: Supporting Trans Youth Is Scientifically Good for Them

Supporting youth in their gender journey doesn't confuse trans kids or stunt their growth, according to a University of Washington study.

Far-Right Group Sues Over California's Support for Trans Youth

The suit seeks to strike down the law making California a sanctuary state for trans minors seeking gender-affirming care.

Santorum: Trans Support Leads to 'Gender Confusion'

And that's dangerous, says the famously anti-LGBT presidential aspirant.

World's largest psych association passes policy supporting trans youth care by massive margin

The American Psychological Association, representing 157,000 members, has issued a resolution calling for an end to trans care bans and misinformation around care.

Elon Musk moves SpaceX and X to Texas because California is too supporting of trans youth

"This is the final straw," Musk wrote on X, reacting to California's recent law banning the forced outing of LGBTQ+ youth in schools.

Florida's Transgender Bathroom Ban Challenged in Court by Group of Activists Ahead of March

The group of activists will be in Orlando for a march in support of trans youth in the state.

#Letters4transkids Looks to Encourage Trans Youth Under Attack

A new social media campaign is meant to provide online support and comfort to trans youth across the country as states continue to pass anti-trans legislation. 

90% of trans kids get support from parents but half face bullying at school, new report finds

More than 90 percent of parents surveyed support their child's gender identity, but half of the kids are getting bullied at school, according to the report, released along with a new guide for these parents.

More Than One-Third of Trans Kids Are at Risk of Losing Care

A new study shows that Republican-led efforts to ban access to gender-affirming medical care for youths will impact 58,200 trans kids.

I'm a Doctor: Gender-Affirming Care Saves Trans Lives

Listen to this physician, Republicans.

The Battle to Protect LGBTQ+ Homeless Youth

The cards are stacked against not only queer unhoused youth, but the people who serve them.

See How California Is Protecting Trans Foster Kids

A new law signed by California Gov. Jerry Brown closes a critical gap regarding the equitable placement and treatment of transgender foster youth.

California Bans State-Funded Travel to 5 States with Anti-LGBTQ Laws

The state now bans funded travel to 17 states with anti-LGBTQ laws. 

This Trans Teen Took on Ted Cruz — That Was Just the Beginning

James Van Kuilenburg has a message for all trans youth -- and allies -- feeling disheartened right now.

Black Trans & Nonbinary Youth at High Risk of Suicide: Report

Those are the troubling findings of a new report from the Trevor Project.

Trans Youth 'Driven to Deaths of Despair,' Says Admiral Rachel Levine

Levine, the highest-ranking trans person in the federal government, will speak Saturday in Texas on the harm done by anti-trans legislation and policies.

South Dakota Revives, Passes Anti-Trans Sports Bill, Sends to Governor

The bill, which would keep trans girls out of girls' school sports, appeared to be dead in committee last week.

SCOTUS Decision on Trans Youth Gavin Grimm Is Major LGBTQ+ Victory

The decision by the high court to not hear a challenge to Grimm by his former school district cements an earlier ruling supporting trans students.