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Biden Appoints Reggie Greer To Senior Advisor On LGBTQ Issues
President Biden appointed Reggie Greer, the LGBTQ engagement director for his campaign, as a senior advisor on LGBTQ issues for the current administration on Wednesday.
Watch: Colo. Gov. Jared Polis Proposed to Longtime Partner During a COVID Crisis Moment
Colorado Gov. Jared Polis timed his run for that state's gubernatorial post perfectly, becoming the first out gay man to be elected governor. His choice of when to propose was equally... unique.
Out US Rep. Torres to Reintroduce Bill for Data Collection of LGBTQ-Owned Businesses
Out U.S. Rep. Ritchie Torres of New York said that he would reintroduce a bill requiring data collection about LGBTQ-owned businesses, and called the measure "a natural complement to the Equality Act."
Eager to Act, Biden and Democrats Leave Republicans Behind
Biden and Democrats in Congress are jamming their agenda forward with a sense of urgency, an unapologetically partisan approach based on the calculation that it's better to advance the COVID-19 rescue package and other priorities than try to court the GOP
Wisconsin Lawmakers Launch Attack on Trans Athletes
Republican lawmakers in Wisconsin introduced two pieces of legislation that target trans student athletes at all levels of education, including elementary school, middle school, high school, and college.
Alabama Senate Passes Bill Prohibiting Medical Providers from Caring for Transgender Youth
This bill — the first of its kind in the nation — would criminalize doctors for providing medically necessary care to transgender youth and require schools to out transgender kids.
Trump's GBF Richard Grenell Teases Run for CA Governor & Twitter Responds
Donald Trump's GBF Richard Grenell again teased a run for California's governorship.
Report: GOP Golden Boy Madison Cawthorn Allegedly Sexually Harassed Women in College
GOP Congressman Madison Cawthorn had quite a reputation while in college, and it wasn't for being a conservative firebrand.
2nd Former Aide Accuses Cuomo of Sexual Harassment
A second former aide has come forward with sexual harassment allegations against New York Gov. Andrew Cuomo, who responded with a statement Saturday saying he never made advances toward her and never intended to be inappropriate.
At Conservative Conference, Trump Is Still the Golden Boy
A conference dedicated to the future of the conservative movement turned into an ode to Donald Trump on Friday as speakers declared their fealty to the former president.
Nebraska May Be Next State to Protect Youth from 'Conversion Therapy'
With bipartisan support, Legislative Bill 231 reflects the American heartland's understanding that families deserve protection from the ineffective, unethical, unprofessional, and harmful practice of conversion therapy.
Rand Paul Goes Off on Dr. Rachel Levine with Transphobic Rant
Sen. Rand Paul, Republican from Kentucky, threw himself into an insinuation-filled transphobic rant aimed at Dr. Rachel Levine, a pediatrician and nominee for the post of assistant secretary of health.
Watch: Pro-Equality Rep. Flies Trans Flag - Right Next to QAnon-Spouting Marjorie Taylor Greene's Office
U.S. Rep. Marie Newman of Illinois has responded to the transphobic attacks launched against the Equality Act by U.S. Rep. Marjorie Taylor Greene of Georgia by hoisting the flag high - the trans flag, that is.
Ted Cruz's Wife 'Pissed' About Leaked Cancun Messages
Uh-oh. Ted Cruz's wife Heidi is "pretty pissed" that her Mexico vacation messages have been made public.
Biden Administration Outlining Plans for Gender Neutral ID Markers
The Biden administration has been in discussion with the American Civil Liberties Union (ACLU) in regards to a proposal to add a gender neutral "X" option for government issued documents.
Jailed Insurrectionist, who Identifies as Transgender, Fears For Safety, Seeks Release
Jessica Watkins, an Oath Keeper who took part in the Jan. 6 insurrection , wants to be released from custody because she is at "particular risk" from having been "treated harshly" because she is transgender.
Pete Buttigieg Doc Headed to Amazon Prime
A documentary about Pete Buttigieg's history-making campaign as a contender for the 2020 Democratic presidential nomination has found a home at Amazon Prime.
Marjorie Taylor Green Says 'NO' to LGBTQ Equality
Rep. Marjorie Taylor Greene, the QAnon-supporting Georgia Republican, is saying "NO" to LGBTQ equality.
5 Things People Living with HIV Need to Know About the Next COVID Relief Package
The COVID relief bill will closely resemble the $1.9 trillion package that President Biden outlined, with a few variations. For those living with HIV, there several key points to consider.
Watch: Pete Buttigieg on Faith, Breaking Ground as an Openly Gay Cabinet Member
Pete Buttigieg spoke with NBC News NOW about what it means to be the first openly gay member of a Presidential cabinet.