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George Santos Tried to Get Rich Through Political Connections: Report

The New York Times has documented several instances of the gay Republican approaching political cronies for his own benefit. Santos denies any wrongdoing.

George Santos Audaciously Likens Himself to Black Civil Rights Icon Rosa Parks

The disgraced congressman and serial liar has made one of his most outrageous remarks yet.

Gay Iowa Teacher Forced to Resign From School After Blackmail Attempt

The Iowa Lutheran school also appealed his unemployment benefits even though they knew he was gay when they hired him.

Pennsylvania suit seeks equality in unemployment law

In yet another example of the disparity between same-sex couples and married heterosexuals, a Pennsylvania woman has been denied unemployment benefits after moving to Florida with her partner of eight years.

George Santos Must Disclose Who Paid His $500K Bond: Judge

A federal judge has ruled that disclosing the three sources of the half-million dollar bond security George Santos’ freedom while he awaits trial is in the public’s interest.

Gay Republican Rep. George Santos Pleads Not Guilty to 13 Criminal Charges

He surrendered to police Wednesday morning.

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How Many Straws Will It Take to Break the Backs of the Unemployed?

Out SEIU president Mary Kay Henry on Republicans' lack of action and compassion.

Australia to Remove Antigay Discrimination From 100 Laws

Australia will change a raft of federal laws to remove discrimination against gay couples but will stop short of allowing same-sex marriages, the government announced Wednesday. Under the changes, gay couples in long-term relationships would be treated the same as married couples on issues such as taxation, pensions, and welfare payments, Attorney General Robert McClelland said. Gay marriage is a hot-button issue for many Australians, and gay rights advocates say it is a key test of authorities' willingness to end discrimination.

LGBTQ+ Troops and Vets Still Struggle Post-DADT, Study Finds

The end of "don't ask, don't tell" and the lifting of the trans military ban haven't solved all problems for LGBTQ+ service members and vets, says the Center for American Progress.

Colorado Gov. Jared Polis, Partner Test Positive for COVID-19

Polis and partner Marlon Reis are asymptomatic and isolating at home.

Op-ed: Even Though It's Legal, I Still Can't Marry My Girlfriend

And the reason has less to do with marriage equality, and more to do with human inequality.

Op-ed: The Policies Keeping Trans People From Military Service

Only policy stands between transgender people and the military service some seek.

Gay French Prime Minister Gabriel Attal says his appointment shows the country's evolution

Attal gave his first major speech to Parliament Tuesday, pledging to support farmers and workers.

George Santos Campaign Aide Pleads Guilty in Donation Fraud Scheme

The guilty plea from Samuel Miele adds to the legal troubles for the embattled gay New York congressman. Miele is the second former Santos aide to plead guilty to criminal charges.

STUDY: Is U.S. Military Ready for Open Trans Service?

The movement to overturn the military's ban on open service by transgender people continues to gain momentum, putting pressure on the Defense Department to act.

Discrimination Charge Leveled Against Company Lauded by HRC

A San Antonio transgender man becomes the first to file a complaint under San Antonio's nondiscrimination ordinance.

Working While Trans

When you're ready to affirm your true gender but the job market is not.

Rep. Ritchie Torres to Introduce Resolution Censuring Rep. George Santos

Censure doesn’t remove a member of Congress from office, but it stays on the member’s permanent record.