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Read the latest news about transgender issues. Learn more about how transgender public figures, including Chelsea Manning, Jen Richards, Laverne Cox, Janet Mock, Caitlyn Jenner, Chaz Bono, and others are shaping and pushing forward the agenda of the LGBT rights movement. Whether it’s in the spheres of entertainment, politics, education, media, government, or international or local coverage, The Advocate is the leading source for news that is important to transgender, gay, lesbian, and bisexual individuals around the world.

Caitlyn
Election
Caitlyn Jenner Takes Half-Step Toward RNC Appearance

The trans reality star hasn't booked a speaking slot for the Republican National Convention in Cleveland, but she will be part of an outside panel discussing LGBT rights and the GOP.

July 09 2016 2:17 PM
President Obama
10 More States Sue Obama Administration Over Trans Student Guidance

The states object to federal guidance on transgender students' rights, including the right to use facilities matching their gender identity. 

July 08 2016 4:52 PM Updated
Charlie Baker
Republican Governor Signs Transgender Rights Bill

Gov. Charlie Baker signed the bill into law today, assuring that residents can use the public facilities aligned with their gender identity.

July 08 2016 3:39 PM Updated
Love In Transition
Current Issue
A Story of Love in Transition

How Tiffany Grimes fell in love with Dade Barlow twice.  

July 08 2016 5:29 AM
Congregation Kol Ami
Meet Israel's First Out Trans Defense Officer

His name means "dove" in Hebrew, but make no mistake: Lieutenant Shacher of the Israeli Defense Force is a warrior. 

July 07 2016 6:57 PM
Athena Cadence
Why This Jailed Trans Woman Hasn't Eaten for 37 Days

San Francisco County Sheriff's Department officials have promised changes in how the jail houses trans people, but they have been slow in coming. 

July 07 2016 6:42 AM
Chelsea Manning
Lawyers Ask, But Army Won't Tell What Happened to Chelsea Manning

The transgender Wikileaks source's legal team wants answers in the wake of a leaked report that Manning was hospitalized — but Army officials have put a three-day hold on any outside contact. 

July 06 2016 6:46 PM
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