Mississippi Republicans pass anti-trans bathroom bill at last-minute
Republican legislators in Mississippi advanced a bill restricting trans folks' access to gender-aligned facilities amidst controversy and activists' criticism. [ more ]
Trump vows to 'end' Biden's protections for trans students 'on day one'
Former President Trump plans to reverse Biden's Title IX protections for transgender students if re-elected, highlighting his stance against LGBTQ rights. [ more ]
Mother sued her school for being too supportive of trans kids. It didn't work out for her.
The court dismissed an anti-trans mother's lawsuit against a school district for not informing her about her child's social transition. The school policy favored parental notification. [ more ]
As States Resist Federal Gender Rules, Schools Are Caught in the Middle
Biden administration's new civil rights regulations require transgender accommodations in schools under Title IX, sparking conflicts in Republican-led states. [ more ]
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Trans students at Berkeley High celebrate new all-gender bathroom
Gender-expansive students at Berkeley High successfully advocated for a new gender-neutral multi-stall bathroom after nine months of activism. [ more ]
Judge rejects changing the name of California's trans youth ballot measure
The court ruled in favor of the state's description of a fall ballot initiative restricting transgender rights, leading to challenges for the group behind the initiative. [ more ]
Former student describes brutal culture of anti-LGBTQ+ bullying at Nex Benedict's high school
The Human Rights Campaign's new ad sheds light on the culture of anti-LGBTQ+ bullying at Owasso High School, following the tragic death of trans teen Nex Benedict. [ more ]
UK primary school jumps to defend 'well-regarded' trans teacher after complaints
The primary school in Southampton defended a transgender supply teacher after parental complaints, emphasizing tolerance and respect for all staff members. [ more ]
Biden Title IX rules set to protect trans students, abuse survivors
The Biden administration's new rules prevent discrimination against transgender students in schools, sparking political tensions with conservative states. [ more ]
Transgender rights court rulings: Idaho law to take effect, Ohio & West Virginia rulings favor transgender rights, Kentucky avoids anti-LGBTQ+ laws. [ more ]
Appeals court overturns West Virginia's trans sports ban
Federal appeals court overturned West Virginia's transgender sports ban as it amounted to sex-based discrimination against a trans girl violating Title IX. [ more ]
Man charged with murder after Black trans woman killed in Tennessee
The murder of Starr Brown, a Black transgender woman, in Memphis highlights the ongoing violence and discrimination faced by the transgender community. [ more ]
Utah launches 'snitch line' to report trans people in bathrooms; memes flood In
Transgender individuals in Utah face discrimination through a new law banning them from using restrooms and changing rooms matching their gender identity. [ more ]
I am a trans man incarcerated in a woman's prison where feminism is a four-letter word
The existing structures of feminism in Texas face challenges due to conservative and Confederate ideals, impacting marginalized groups like transgender inmates. [ more ]
Mississippi GOP passes bill to let cis people sue trans folks for using the bathroom
Mississippi passed bill allowing cisgender individuals to sue trans people using preferred bathrooms, impacting college facilities and housing. [ more ]
The diary of this gay man who died in 1991 is an amazing testament to trans joy
Lou Sullivan, a pioneer gay trans man, advocated for access to transition healthcare and built support networks for trans men, leaving behind insightful diaries. [ more ]
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Endometriosis advocate angers bigots with facts about trans men with the condition
Endometriosis affects individuals beyond cis women, including trans men. Advocating for inclusivity in terminology is crucial for raising awareness and supporting all affected by the condition. [ more ]
Trans women discussed trans rights on TV over 50 years ago: here's what it looked like
Transgender people have always existed, with historical documentation like the BBC Archives providing valuable insights on the challenges they faced. [ more ]
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David Duke's godchild comes out as transgender in new memoir about leaving white nationalism
R. Derek Black, once a white nationalist figure, reveals being transgender in memoir shedding light on personal transformation and advocate for trans rights. [ more ]
Nassau County exec vows to appeal after judge strikes down trans sports
A State Supreme Court judge struck down Nassau County's ban on transgender women in women's sports, prompting the County Executive to consider an appeal. [ more ]
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Denying gender-affirming care coverage violates federal law, says appeals court
Federal appeals court upholds ruling against Houston County Sheriff's Office for denying transition-related health care under antidiscrimination law. [ more ]
Ann Rostow: The Shadow Doesn't Know - San Francisco Bay Times
The Supreme Court's ruling on Idaho's ban on transgender youth treatments was limited to two plaintiffs, prompting concerns over judicial power. [ more ]
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7 celebs proudly supporting their transgender children
Celebrating trans and non-binary lives is crucial year-round, with influential figures like Cher and Naomi Watts setting a supportive example for others. [ more ]
18 GOP-led states sue for the right to mistreat transgender employees at work - LGBTQ Nation
The lawsuit led by Tennessee's AG challenges new federal guidelines protecting transgender employees, arguing it constitutes federal overreach and undermines the legitimacy of laws. [ more ]
Moms for Liberty joins in suing Biden administration over Title IX protections for trans students
Moms for Liberty, labeled extremist, is part of a lawsuit against Biden administration's Title IX regulations protecting transgender students in K-12 education. [ more ]
Transgender 18-year-old Jazlynn Johnson shot to death in Las Vegas
Transgender woman Jazlynn Johnson, 18, was fatally shot in Las Vegas. A 17-year-old has been charged with murder, raising concerns about violence against transgender individuals. [ more ]
Transgender Activists Flood Utah Tip Line With Fake Reports to Block Bathroom Law Enforcement
Transgender activists are flooding a Utah tip line with hoax reports to protect trans residents from potential investigations under a new bathroom law. [ more ]
When laws fail to protect trans people, harmful medicalized norms creep in
Policymakers should separate legal gender recognition from medical requirements to allow transgender people to assert their identity without unnecessary barriers. [ more ]
Activists flood Utah tip line with hoax reports to block bathroom law enforcement
Transgender activists are flooding a Utah tip line with fake reports to protect trans individuals from potential investigations under a new bathroom law. [ more ]
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Trans people sue Arkansas over restrictive new drivers license rules
Arkansas faces lawsuit over removal of gender marker 'X' on driver's licenses, making it hard for transgender individuals to change their marker. [ more ]
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Community mourns trans woman fatally stabbed in Las Vegas 'in broad daylight'
The tragic killing of trans woman Sasha Williams in Las Vegas highlights the ongoing challenges and violence faced by the transgender community. [ more ]
Texas attorney general threatens Austin over City Council's effort to protect health care for transgender people - Austin Monitor
City Council in Austin passes resolution to protect transgender and nonbinary individuals amidst escalating anti-trans rhetoric within the Republican Party. [ more ]
Texas Gov. Abbott proposes ban on gender-nonconforming behavior in public school classrooms
Texas Gov. Greg Abbott champions conservative policies, including school vouchers, and makes controversial comments targeting transgender people at a convention in Dallas. [ more ]
Transgender health care must be paid for by state insurance, says an appeals court
Transgender advocates celebrate a significant victory in securing health insurance coverage for gender-affirming care in North Carolina and West Virginia. [ more ]
4th Circuit Rules Against States Discriminating Against Trans Patients
Providing gender-affirming care to transgender individuals is cost-effective and discriminatory Medicaid regulations were ruled unconstitutional by the U.S. Fourth Circuit Court of Appeals. [ more ]
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Judges Rule West Virginia and North Carolina's Transgender Care Coverage Policies are Discriminatory
Federal appeals court rules West Virginia and North Carolina's exclusion of health care coverage for transgender individuals as discriminatory. [ more ]
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No, right-wing activist Riley Gaines hasn't just won $10m from Whoopi Goldberg
Stories circulating about Riley Gaines winning a $10 million payout from Whoopi Goldberg for defamation are false and originated from a satirical website. [ more ]
Miami man who allegedly murdered trans woman was on probation. His criminal past is lengthy
Gregory Gibert, a habitual violent offender with an extensive criminal history, was arrested for beating a trans woman to death in Miami Beach vicinity. [ more ]
Despite Violent Threats, Maine Signs Trans and Abortion Sanctuary Bill Into Law
Maine signed a sanctuary bill protecting transgender and abortion care, becoming 16th state to do so, despite far-right attacks. Bill asserts care as legal rights and provides extensive protection. [ more ]
Black trans man shot dead in Florida in act of 'senseless violence'
Friends mourn Tee Arnold, a Black trans man shot dead in Florida. His death highlights ongoing violence against the transgender community in the US. [ more ]