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Dare We Hope? What LGBTQ People Really Expect from the Biden Presidency
After a chaotic administration that's been disastrous for LGBTQ rights, uncertainty and realism are tempering expectations for Biden-Harris results.
Deceptions in the Time of the 'Alternative Facts' President
The twice-impeached president painted a fantasy world in office, starring himself. In this world, he did things bigger, better, more boldly than all who came before him while facing enemies more pernicious than any in creation.
California Bill Would Ban Intersex Surgery for Young Kids
The legislation would ban specific types of surgeries on infants born with intersex characteristics. Advocates are pushing to delay these types of surgeries until the child is old enough to develop a gender identity.
Lincoln Project's John Weaver Comes Out Amidst Charges of Inappropriate DMs
After rumors circulated for days that Lincoln Project co-founder John Weaver had sent inappropriate DMs to young men, the Republican operative came out as gay.
Trump Administration Carries Out 13th and Final Execution
The Trump administration early Saturday carried out its 13th federal execution since July, an unprecedented run that concluded just five days before the inauguration of President-elect Joe Biden — an opponent of the federal death penalty.
Transgender Athletes Look to Changing of White House Guard
Transgender athletes are getting an ally in the White House next week as they seek to participate as their identified gender in high school and college sports.
Montana, North Dakota Bills Target Transgender Athletes
Lawmakers in North Dakota and Montana are considering bills that specifically target transgender student athletes.
Reports: Equality Act in Biden's First 100 Days Might Not be Possible
LGBTQ equality advocates heard in a recent conference call that President-elect Joe Biden might not be able to keep a campaign promise: Passing the Equality Act in the incoming administration's first 100 days.
Trump Administration Takes Another Swipe at LGBTQ Health Protections on Way Out
Even as Donald Trump has acknowledged his presidency is coming to an end, his administration isn't finished attacking LGBTQ Americans, as yet another reversal of federal non-discrimination protections shows.
Brian Sims Accuses GOP Senator of Endangering His Life
Rep. Brian Sims (D-PA) has accused a Pennsylvania Republican lawmaker Doug Mastriano of endangering his life in a Twitter post.
Palm Springs Mayor Hits Back at GaysOverCovid Critics Calling Her 'Queen of the Karens'
Despite receiving abuse on social media, Palm Spring mayor Christy Holstege isn't backing down on her criticism of gay and bisexual men partying in Mexico during the COVID-19 pandemic.
Gay Capitol Riot Attendee Bragged About Assault, Now Fears Retaliation and Arrest
A gay hairdresser from Huntington Beach is receiving death threats after taking part in last week's insurrection at the U.S. capitol.
Early Warning Signs Emerge for GOP After US Capitol Riots
Since last week's deadly insurrection at the U.S. Capitol, about 225 Republicans logged in to the election office in Lancaster County, Pennsylvania, to change their party registration. Ethan Demme was one of them.
'I'll Be Darned.' Joe Biden's Shaky History on LGBTQ Legislation
Joe Biden has promised to pass the Equality Act in the first 100 days of his presidency, a far cry from the man who voted for DOMA and "Don't Ask, Don't Tell," and saw LGBTQ people as "security risks" while a legislator.
Advocates: Biden Will Move America Away from Trump's 'Discrimination Administration'
LGBTQ equality advocates are confident that President-elect Joe Biden will move America away from Trump's "discrimination administration," and toward a more equitable America.
Hunter Schafer Part of ACLU's 2017 Fight Against Transphobic Bathroom Bill
Hunter Schafer, star of HBO's "Euphoria," was a plaintiff in the ACLU's lawsuit against a North Carolina anti-transgender bathroom bill in 2017.
Anti-Gay Dubai to Host Conference on LGBTQ Rights
The International Conference on Gender Identity and LGBT Rights will be held in May in Dubai, the largest city in the United Arab Emirates, where homosexuality remains illegal.
Lawmakers Who Voted Against Biden are Denounced Back Home
Republican members of Congress who voted against certifying Joe Biden's presidential victory, even after a mob broke into the Capitol, are being denounced by critics in their home districts.
No Surprise: Trump Left Many Clues He Wouldn't Go Quietly
President Donald Trump left plenty of clues he'd try to burn the place down on his way out the door.
Democratic Wins Could Strengthen Biden's Legislative Push
President-elect Joe Biden's victory in November was tempered by concerns that he would face Republican opposition in the Senate that could stymie him at every turn.