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Fact check: JD Vance falsely claims Tim Walz signed bill to let Minnesota 'kidnap kids' and 'trans them'

The bill actually modifies the Uniform Child Custody Jurisdiction and Enforcement Act, allowing the state to take jurisdiction over custody cases in custody disputes between two parents.

California Could Become Refuge for Trans Youth Seeking Care

Lawmakers have sent Gov. Gavin Newsom a bill that would help young people from hostile states receive gender-affirming care in California.

Study: Gay Youth of Color Lack Support, Resources

A new study shows that gay youth of color also face homelessness, and racial discrimination.

LGBTQ+ advocacy groups excited about vice presidential pick Tim Walz’s 'proven record'

The former congressman and current Minnesota governor has been a longtime ally to LGBTQ+ people.

21 Trans Icons You Should Know on Transgender Day of Visibility

For Trans Day of Visibility, these are 21 trans icons that deserve your attention.

Fearless + Fighting Back: Lambda Legal’s plan to protect LGBTQ+ and HIV rights

"Fueled by the fearless spirit of our queer and trans pioneers who lived their truth well before the Stonewall riots, our champions against heartless AIDS bigotry, and our courageous grassroots leaders, we are fearless in the face of this new wave of hatred," writes Kevin Jennings and Jenny Pizer of Lambda Legal.

Nancy Pelosi's Possible House Successor Places His Gay Identity Front and Center

Calif. Sen. Scott Wiener, one of our Advocates of the Year, is a worthy heir to both Pelosi and another San Francisco icon, Harvey Milk.

Minnesota Hopes to Become Refuge for Trans Minors Seeking Health Care

The state is advancing Rep. Leigh Finke's bill to protect young trans people and their parents from out-of-state actions that would prevent or punish gender-affirming care.

Texas Is Latest and Largest State to Ban Gender-Affirming Care for Trans Youth

Republican Gov. Greg Abbott signed a bill to this effect into law Friday.

Maine’s transgender health care bill sparks right-wing meltdown over phantom kidnappings

A bill aimed to protect transgender youth’s access to care triggers outlandish claims of child-snatching as right-wingers wage a war of words on the proposed legislation.

Los Angeles becomes a sanctuary city for LGBTQ+ youth and immigrants as officials reject Project 2025

The Los Angeles City Council voted unanimously Tuesday to pass the “sanctuary city” ordinance, shielding queer youth who travel to the city to receive gender-affirming care from prosecution.

6 Tips for Trans Kids Trying to Navigate School Life

Being a young trans person isn't easy, but you got this.

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.

Fox News poll: Voters trust Kamala Harris more than Donald Trump on transgender issues

The poll is the latest evidence that anti-trans attack ads may not help Republicans in 2024.

California Is Now a Legal Refuge for Trans Youth Seeking Care

Gov. Gavin Newsom signed a bill into law protecting trans youth and families who come from hostile states to California to receive care.

19 States Plan to Offer Refuge to Trans Youth & Families

The states have plans to protect these families from penalties for seeking gender-affirming health care.

'Turn up the love:' San Francisco becomes a sanctuary city for transgender people

"Our city has been and will continue to be a sanctuary and a beacon for our transgender and gender non-conforming siblings,” Supervisor Rafael Mandelman said.

Making D.C. Less Scary for LGBT Youth

A new Pride campaign turns homemade art into beds and meals for beleaguered teens in the nation's capital.

Virginia college students are running a thrift store for transgender and nonbinary people

Transgender people looking to change up their wardrobes are often met with financial barriers, but Dell Thrift and Pantry at the University of Lynchburg is working to change that.

Gay California State Sen. Scott Wiener Receives Death Threat

It's one of many he's received since taking office, and he's blaming it on right-wing rhetoric.

Nearly All LGBTQ+ Youth Exposed to Online Bullying: HRC Report

Only about 4 percent of LGBTQ+ youth said they hadn't encountered online bullying or hate.