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D.C. appeals court won't block Trump's trans military ban — just yet

The judges may reconsider if the military takes action against trans service members.

SCOTUS Nom Ketanji Brown Jackson Has Nearly Flaw-Free LGBTQ+ Record

She could be asked about her one blemish involving sitting on a board of a school with a stated anti-LGBTQ+ bias. 

Ketanji Brown Jackson Confirmed to SCOTUS Despite GOP Smear Attempts

Three Republican senators, however, broke with their party to confirm the first Black woman to the U.S. Supreme Court.

100 Civil Rights Groups Oppose Kavanaugh's Confirmation

The groups, including several LGBT organizations, outlined their opposition in a letter to the U.S. Senate.

Transgender service members relieved after judge blocks Trump's military ban

"We are going to continue to show up every single day, put on our uniforms, and do the absolute best that we can to lead troops, our country, and do our jobs,” Second Lt. Nicolas Talbott said.

How LGBT Groups Reacted to Obama's SCOTUS Nominee

LGBT people and organizations from all over the country are urging the Senate to look past the partisan divide and give judge Merrick Garland a 'fair hearing.'

DOJ appeals block on Pentagon’s transgender military ban

The Trump Justice Department is asking for an emergency stay to allow it to ban transgender people from the military.

The Appalling Judges Who Could Replace Anthony Kennedy

Many potential Trump nominees for the Supreme Court vacancy have shown hostility to the rights of LGBT people, other minorities, and women.

Brett Kavanaugh Loses Harvard Teaching Gig

The Supreme Court nominee -- accused of sexual misconduct by numerous women -- is not returning to teach this year, and likely not again in the future.

Right-Wingers Love Kavanaugh, With a Big Exception

The far-right American Family Association has doubts but has backed off outright opposition to the Supreme Court nominee.

Sen Cornyn Grills Judge Jackson on Marriage Equality in SCOTUS Hearing

Sen. John Cornyn of Texas, questioning nominee Ketanji Brown Jackson, asserted that with marriage equality, the Supreme Court created a right not in the Constitution.

Elizabeth Warren Tells The Advocate: We Can Defeat Brett Kavanaugh

Defeating Trump's Supreme Court nominee will be hard, but it's possible, say the influential senator and other progressives.

Can the Democrats Stop a Second Gorsuch?

Republicans used lies and trickery to tilt the Supreme Court right. Is the opposing party entirely powerless to halt another constitutional crime?

Trump's Three Alarming Supreme Court Finalists

Raymond Kethledge, Amy Coney Barrett, and Brett Kavanaugh (shown from left) would all shift the court rightward.

What you need to know about Donald Trump's attempt to ban transgender people from the military

Two federal judges have blocked the Pentagon's attempt to kick out trans service members.

Trump Nominates Brett Kavanaugh for Supreme Court

Kavanaugh is a conservative who has pledged to interpret law as written. His record shows reason for concern.

Report: SCOTUS Nom Brett Kavanaugh Accused of Sexual Misconduct

California Sen. Dianne Feinstein sent a letter regarding Kavanaugh's alleged abuses to the FBI.

Pro-LGBTQ+ Supreme Court Justice Stephen Breyer to Retire

Breyer's retirement means President Joe Biden will have an opportunity to appoint another liberal justice.