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Transgender People Are About 1% of the US Population. Yet They're a Political Lightning Rod
It's a contradiction of numbers that reveals a deep cultural divide: Transgender people make up less than 1% of the U.S. population, but they have become a major piece on the political chess board — particularly Trump's.
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.
How IVF Expands the Circle of Family
For LGBTQ+ couples and individuals looking to become parents through IVF, donors and surrogates can become part of the family circle. It's another way we find and choose our families.
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.
Gay Yoga Teacher's Body Found: Marcus Freiberger Went Missing after 'Blind Date'
The last anyone knew, openly gay 45-year-old yoga instructor Marcus Freiberger was headed to a "blind date." A month after he went missing, his body was found at a rock quarry.
Queer, Thriving, and Stress-Free: A Guide to Natural Relaxation Techniques
Whether it's navigating identity in an often-hostile world, dealing with workplace microaggressions, or trying to balance work, relationships, and self-care, burnout is real. Here are some tips for self-care.
Trump Admin Investigates Portland School District over Letting Trans Student Compete in Girls Sports
The U.S. Department of Education said in a news release Tuesday that it has opened an investigation into Portland Public Schools, Oregon's largest school district, over allowing a transgender athlete to compete on a high school girls' track-and-field team
Iowa Law Banning School Library Books that Depict Sex Acts on Hold Again after a New Federal Ruling
Iowa cannot, for now, continue to enforce part of its book ban law, a federal judge said Tuesday, giving major publishers that sued the state the second temporary reprieve they requested.
Protesters Block Traffic in Hungary in Opposition to New Law Banning LGBTQ+ Pride Events
Several thousand protesters blocked a major thoroughfare in the center of Hungary's capital on Tuesday in opposition to a recent law that effectively bans LGBTQ+ Pride events and restricts Hungarians' right to assembly.
World Athletics to Require Chromosome Testing of Athletes in Women's Track and Field
World Athletics president Sebastian Coe said Tuesday that the track and field's governing body has approved the introduction of cheek swabs and dry blood-spot tests for female athletes in order to maintain "the integrity of competition."
How a Shelter Hit by Trump's Aid Cuts Protects LGBTQ+ Migrants in Mexico
"The LGBT population doesn't necessarily leave their countries for the same reasons as others," said Mariana de la Cruz of Casa Frida, a LGBTQ+ migrant shelter that lost 60% of its funds after Trump ordered the suspension of foreign assistance programs.
Trump Administration Cancels at Least 68 Grants Focused on LGBTQ+ Health Questions
A surge of grant cancellations hit researchers focused on the health of gay, lesbian and transgender people last week, as the Trump administration continues to target what it describes as ideologically driven science.
Judge Allows Drag Show at Texas A&M Despite the University's Ban
A drag show scheduled for this week at Texas A&M University can go on as scheduled despite a Board of Regents ban on such performances, a federal judge ruled Monday.
Transgender Americans Aim to Block Trump's Passport Policy Change
The passport policy is among several actions Trump has taken since returning to office that could stifle rights and legal recognition of transgender, intersex and nonbinary people.
Watch: Gay Venezuelan Man Swept Up, Sent to Notorious El Salvador Prison 'Without Due Process'
A 23-year-old gay Venezuelan man got no trial and wasn't even charged with a crime before being snatched up and sent to a prison in El Salvador. His tattoos were enough to seal his fate.