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Michigan Democrats Look Toward a Future that Some Hope Includes Pete Buttigieg
In a packed union hall outside Detroit, a worker shifts the conversation from policy to the personal, quizzing Transportation Secretary Pete Buttigieg on his knowledge of Michigan, the state he only recently started calling home.
Gay Anthem (Yes, It Is) 'YMCA' More Popular Than Ever Thanks to the Trump Bump
NBC News is reporting that "YMCA," the Village People's disco anthem to the place where "you can hang out with all the boys," has had massive surge in popularity. The reason? It becoming a campaign staple for Donald Trump.
Trump's Defense Secretary Pick Claims Inclusiveness in the Military a 'Marxist' Trick
Trump's pick to head the nation's Defense Department, Pete Hegseth, claims that abolishing "Don't Ask, Don't Tell" and allowing LGBTQ+ troops to serve openly was a "Marxist" ploy to re-engineer the military.
Marrakech Festival Spotlights Tensions Animating Morocco's Movie Industry
When the Marrakech festival rolls out its red carpet each year, movie stars in attendance find sunny winter weather, luxurious resorts & a venue to laud cinema & its power to change minds. Not so much the case this year.
After Homophobic Exchange, So. Carolina Mayor Says He MEANT 'a Bundle of Sticks'
A mayor from a South Carolina city is under fire for using homophobic language at a public meeting. He made a half-hearted apology.
Not So Fun at the 'YMCA' — Victor Willis Plans on Suing Those Calling Song a 'Gay Anthem'
The Village People's lead singer Victor Willis doubled down on associating the group's 1978 hit "YMCA" with the queer lifestyle.
Taking Away Protections for Trans Students Among Trump's 'Day One' Priorities
Donald Trump has said he wouldn't be a dictator — "except for Day 1." According to his own statements, he's got a lot to do on that first day in the White House.
Transgender Regret? Research Challenges Narratives About Gender-Affirming Surgeries
It is difficult to understand the issue of trans surgeries? Is is some sort of mass medical malpractice and evil social engineering? Or are claims from the right just another attack on the LGBTQ+ community?
Provincetown Offers Safe Haven During Anxious Times
The Provincetown Business Guild sent out the following release following the election of Donald Trump as President.
Out MSNBC Anchor 'Conflicted' Over Trump's Openly Gay Treasury Head Pick
Out MSNBC anchor Jonathan Capehart admitted to feeling "kind of conflicted" about Trump's cabinet pick to lead the Treasury, Scott Bessent.
Donald Trump's Pick for Treasury Head is a Gay Billionaire
Donald Trump has announced billionaire investment manager Scott Bessent, a gay man and recent MAGA convert who has supported Democrats in the past, as his choice to serve as Treasury secretary.
Lawyer Claims Gaetz Used 'Adopted' Son Nestor Galban's PayPal Account to Pay Women for Sexual Favors
The ongoing saga about ex-congressman Matt Gaetz and his "adopted" son Nestor Galban, 23, took another twist yesterday when reports emerged that "Gaetz used his unofficial son's PayPal account to pay women for 'sexual favors.'"
House Republicans Signal Support for Proposal to Ban Bathroom Access for 1st Transgender Member
House Speaker Mike Johnson signaled support for a Republican effort to ban Democrat Sarah McBride — the first transgender person to be elected to Congress — from using women's restrooms in the Capitol.
What's Up With Nestor, Matt Gaetz's 'Adopted' Son?
A few years ago Matt Gaetz was the gift that kept on giving in terms of political scandals. One of his most curious ones involves his "adopted" son Nestor.
Nov. 6 Insta Post from Iranian-Born Gay Adult Film Star Sparks Backlash
A gay porn star who immigrated to the United States from Iran shocked and angered fans when he posted a congratulatory message to president-elect Donald Trump.
'Sunset Blvd' Star Gets Slammed on 'X' for Russell Brand Comment
The recent good will given Nicole Scherzinger for playing Norma Desmond in a high-tech revival of "Sunset Blvd." came to an end on "X" after she liked a Russell Brand IG in which he wore a MAGA-styled hat.
A Record 13 Women Will be Governors Next Year after New Hampshire Elected Kelly Ayotte
The election of Republican Kelly Ayotte as New Hampshire's governor means 13 women will serve as a state's chief executive next year, breaking the record of 12 set after the 2022 elections.
How is Trump's Second Term Likely to Impact Queer Americans?
Vice President-elect JD Vance wasn't wrong when he declared that "normal gay guy[s]," as he put it, "just want to be left the hell alone..." But with Trump headed back to the White House, that's probably not going to be the case.
Mass. Dem Rep Seth Moulton Buys into GOP's Anti-Trans Rhetoric with Some of his Own
Rep. Seth Moulton of Massachusetts, who was one of two dozen Democrats who sought the party's presidential nomination in 2020, suggested the party should shift its approach to transgender issues with some anti-trans rhetoric of his own.
Exit Poll: Queer Voters Backed Harris, Abandoned Trump in Droves
Trump and Vance made vaguely supportive noises on the campaign trail, but LGBTQ+ Americans didn't buy it; an overwhelming share of queer voters backed Vice President Kamala Harris at the ballot box.