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Our 2024 LGBTQ+ voter guide: What to know about candidates, how to vote and more

Here are the candidates running for Congress and judicial office on November 5.

Sarah McBride moves one step closer to becoming the first out trans lawmaker in Congress

McBride, who already made history as the first transgender state senator, won her primary in Delaware. Now, she faces a Republican opponent for the state's lone House seat.

Months after election, gay House candidate Evan Low will be on November ballot. Here's what happened

Low, currently a member of the California Assembly, is running for a U.S. House seat from Silicon Valley.

Superman, Batman, and Robert Garcia: A gay Democrat’s stand against his political villains

The California congressman, who lives rent-free in Marjorie Taylor Greene’s head, opens up about his experience as a rising star who’s at the same time witnessing and standing in the way of Republicans’ worst inclinations.

America's Gayest Congressman on His Pride Playlist

The House of Representatives could use some more Dua Lipa.

Fact-Checking Trump's Claim That Attacks Like Pulse Are Underreported

The White House continues to use the Orlando tragedy as a pawn in its Islamophobic game.

GOP Suddenly Takes Its Antigay Crusade to Congress

A House committee is using the defense bill to pass "religious exemptions" for federal contractors.

Writing a Different Story for Trans Rights

With the White House behind us, it's time to get aggressive about demanding our rights from hostile state governments.

Allegations of Sexual Abuse, Antigay Slurs Rile Upscale Restaurant

A gay man and five other former employees of New Jersey's Mohawk House allege sexual harassment, use of antigay slurs, and more.

Marjorie Taylor Greene bizarrely claims FEMA 'hates Christians' because it aids trans women

The conservative is mad that FEMA is using Hurricane Helene relief resources to "house migrants." Her evidence? A discussion panel from a year and a half ago.

Women's Rights Champion, Former Lawmaker Patricia Schroeder Dies at 82

The former U.S. Representative from Colorado and Presidential candidate was a champion of women’s rights and longtime LGBTQ+ ally.

Julie Johnson just made history as the first LGBTQ+ person ever elected to Congress from the South

“Julie is an experienced and tested leader who will bring an important voice to Washington. Her fearless advocacy has improved the lives of all Texans," said LGBTQ+ Victory Fund President and CEO Annise Parker.

George Santos calls GOP lawmakers 'idiots' in shared group chat after Dems flipped his House seat

“I hope you guys are happy with this dismal performance and your 10 million for futile Bull Sh*t cost the party,” Santos reportedly told his former Republican colleagues in the House in a group chat.

MAGA Republicans Continue to Abuse Funding Bills to Push an Anti-LGBTQ+ Agenda

"I’ve seen firsthand how Republicans are using these bills...to target marginalized communities for discrimination and exclusion," writes U.S. Rep. Mike Quigley.

U.S. House Adopts Gender-Neutral Language for Rules Document

The move will promote inclusivity, according to Speaker Nancy Pelosi and Rules Chair Jim McGovern.

Bucknell University Investigating Likely Frat Attack on LGBTQ+ House

Students barred the doors and windows after a group of men attempted to break into Fran's House.

No Building Has Been Damaged More by the Unrest Than the White House

Trump has sullied the People's House -- and his stain and stench may never be fully excised.

California Sen. Laphonza Butler on Harris, the DNC, and Ann Coulter's bullying

“So many people can see themselves represented in what is being brought forth by Vice President Harris and Gov. Walz,” Butler said.

Fox News Says White House Flew ‘Pedophile,’ ‘Groomer’ Pride Flag

The far-right news network changed its headline after the White House called it out.

Trump Skips Pride and Steps on Obama's Legacy

By not issuing a Pride proclamation or hosting a reception, Trump proves he's determined to roll-back all the LGBT progress of the last administration.