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California Lawmakers Reject Bills to Ban Trans Athletes' Participation in Girls' Sports
California lawmakers won't change state policies allowing transgender kids and teens to play on sports teams consistent with their gender identities amid heated nationwide debates.
Transgender Student's Arrest for Violating Florida Bathroom Law is Thought to Be a First
A transgender college student declared "I am here to break the law" before entering a women's restroom at the Florida State Capitol and being led out in handcuffs by police.
Montana's Anti-Transgender Bathroom Restrictions Are on Hold under a Judge's Order
A judge on Wednesday temporarily blocked a Montana law that restricts transgender people's use of bathrooms in public buildings.
Prosecutors Seek 7 Years in Prison for Disgraced Ex-US Rep. George Santos in Federal Fraud Case
Prosecutors are seeking more than seven years in prison for disgraced former U.S. Rep. George Santos after he pleaded guilty to federal fraud and identity theft charges.
Maya Angelou Memoir, Holocaust Book Are Among those Pulled from Naval Academy Library in DEI Purge
Books on the Holocaust, civil rights and racism, and Maya Angelou's famous autobiography were among the nearly 400 volumes removed from the U.S. Naval Academy's library this week.
'Hands Off!' Protests Against Trump and Musk are Planned Across the US
Opponents of President Donald Trump and billionaire Elon Musk plan to rally across the U.S. on Saturday to protest the administration's actions on government downsizing, the economy, human rights and other issues.
Federal Judge Rules Action Against NEA Unnecessary after it Backed Off Bans on 'Gender Ideology'
A federal judge on Thursday denied a motion to stop the National Endowment for the Arts from barring funds to artists whose projects promote gender ideology, saying the agency no longer was doing it.
Gay Campground's Anti-Trans Policy Prompts Cancellations
A clothing-optional campground for gay men in Texas refuses to allow trans men — and a Houston organization for bears has canceled its event there rather than deny participation to its trans members.
Protestors Descend on Gavin Newsom's Town to Push Back on His Comments about Trans People
California Gov. Gavin Newsom drew an unhappy crowd on Transgender Day of Visibility, with protestors marching in the town where he recently bought a home. The protest followed remarks by Newsom that inflamed the trans community.
From Paper Fish to Flying Penguins, April Fools' Day is Sure to Bring Plenty of Practical Jokes
From France to Iceland to the United States, April Fools' Day will be celebrated on Tuesday with practical jokes and elaborate hoaxes, so make sure to triple check viral posts.
AP Photos: Under the New Trump Administration, Transgender Day of Visibility Had a Different Tone
Supporters of transgender rights gathered to rally for equality on Transgender Day of Visibility, following a wave of policies signed by President Donald Trump aimed at erasing transgender people.
Transgender Day of Visibility Is Here! This Is What It Is and Why It Matters
Happy Transgender Day of Visibility! The annual observance is today, March 31, and it's dedicated to acknowledging trans people and honoring their accomplishments — and their existence.
'Everyday Discrimination' Linked to Increased Anxiety And Depression Across All Groups of Americans
People who most frequently encounter everyday discrimination — those subtle snubs and slights of everyday life — are more likely to suffer from anxiety and depression.
Utah Becomes First State to Ban LGBTQ+ Pride Flags in Government Buildings and Schools
Utah became the first state to prohibit flying LGBTQ+ pride flags at schools and all government buildings after the Republican governor announced he was allowing a ban on unsanctioned flag displays to become law without his signature.
Trump Administration Investigates Maine for Claims of Withholding Gender Transitions from Parents
The administration of President Donald Trump is investigating Maine with a claim that dozens of school districts in the state violate federal law by withholding information about students' gender transitioning from parents.
Maine School Officials Won't Comply with Trump Administration Agreement to Bar Transgender Athletes
School officials in Maine said Thursday they will not comply with a proposed agreement from President Donald Trump's administration that would bar transgender athletes from participating in girls' sports.
Transgender Bathroom Restrictions Take Effect as Montana Governor Signs Law
Transgender people in Montana can no longer use bathrooms in public buildings that do not align with their sex assigned at birth after Republican Gov. Greg Gianforte signed new restrictions into law Thursday.
Things to Know about the White House Investigation into California's Law on Students and Gender
The Trump administration launched an investigation Thursday into the California Department of Education over a law that says districts can't force teachers and staff to notify parents if a student changes their gender identity at school.
A Federal Judge Temporarily Blocks Parts of Trump's Anti-DEI Executive Orders
A federal judge temporarily blocked implementation of parts of President Trump's executive orders aimed at curbing diversity, equity and inclusion efforts among federal contractors and grant recipients.
Another Federal Judge Blocks Trump Policy Banning Transgender Troops in the Military
A U.S. judge blocked enforcement of President Donald Trump's order banning transgender people from serving in the military, the second nationwide injunction against the policy in as many weeks.