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West Virginia governor’s race is a battle of who can be the most anti-trans

The final weeks of the gubernatorial contest have featured a series of one-upmanship ads about who will be the most anti-trans governor.

West Virginia Governor Stumbles Hard Defending Anti-Trans Bill

Jim Justice could not cite one factual example of trans girls or women exerting an advantage over cisgender athletes.

West Virginia Governor Signs Anti-Trans Sports Bill Into Law

Gov. Jim Justice said signing the bill was the right thing to do and that he was proud to do so despite the threat of repercussions.

How Conservative Politicians Are Scapegoating Trans Athletes

A slew of hateful legislation takes aim at athletes only seeking to compete.

West Va. Won't Fight Marriage Equality

The state's top officials announced today that they won't defend West Virginia's ban on marriage equality, while two West Virginia counties are ready to issue licenses to same-sex couples immediately.

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Idaho and West Virginia ask Supreme Court to review anti-transgender sports laws

Federal appeals courts have ruled against the laws, so the states are petitioning SCOTUS.

Who Is U.S. Sen. Joe Manchin?

Manchin has been one of the most conservative Democrats in the Senate, with a mixed record on LGBTQ+ issues.

Anti-LGBTQ+ Bills Sent to Governors in Four States

Will Gov. Doug Burgum of North Dakota (pictured) break with his fellow Republicans to veto homophobic and transphobic bills?

Wisconsin Governor Stands Against Conversion Therapy, for Trans Youth

Gov. Tony Evers signed an order banning the use of state and federal funds to subject minors to the practice, and he pledged to veto anti-trans sports legislation if it reaches him.

Florida Republicans Pass '11th-Hour' Anti-Trans Bill

The latest assault on trans youth now heads to the desk of Gov. Ron DeSantis, a far-right Trump ally.

Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis Signs Anti-Trans Bill in Time for Pride

The Republican governor has taken hateful action against trans people. 

West Virginia Bans Gender-Affirming Care for Minors, With Exceptions

The state is just the latest one to pass such an anti-trans law.

Tennessee Advances Bill Requiring Warnings About Trans Restroom Use

Gov. Bill Lee must now decide whether to sign or veto the measure. Meanwhile, Oklahoma lawmakers advanced a ban on sexual and gender diversity training.

Arizona, Oklahoma Governors Sign Anti-Trans Bills Into Law

Arizona Gov. Doug Ducey (pictured) signed trans-exclusionary sports legislation, as did Oklahoma Gov. Kevin Stitt. Ducey also OK'd health care restrictions.

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Jenner: No to 'Biological Boys Who Are Trans' Playing on Girls' Teams

Running for governor of California, the Republican repeats transphobic talking points, inspiring much ire.

Judge Dismisses Suit Against Connecticut's Pro-Trans Sports Policy

The suit focused on two trans athletes, but they've now graduated, rendering the challenge moot, a federal judge ruled.

Alabama Governor Signs Anti-Trans Sports Bill Into Law

The legislation "is nothing more than a politically motivated bill designed to discriminate against an already vulnerable population," says the Human Rights Campaign's Alphonso David.

Rash of Teen Suicide Attempts After Arkansas Adopts Trans Care Ban

The state was the first one to enact a ban on gender-affirming health care for minors. And more anti-LGBTQ+ legislation continues to advance around the nation.

Is Caitlyn Jenner Our Tucker Carlson?

Writer and activist Jennifer Finney Boylan on why she's done talking about Jenner.

Judge Rules West Virginia Trans Girl Can Try Out for Girls' Sports

The federal judge blocked the state from enforcing its trans-exclusionary school sports law against 11-year-old Becky Pepper-Jackson.

West Virginia May Be Next State to Ban Trans Athletes

The state's Senate approved a bill with such a ban Thursday, after the House of Delegates OK'd a slightly different version; they must be reconciled before going to Gov. Jim Justice.