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Wisconsin middle school faces series of bomb threats after Libs of TikTok post

Following attention from Chaya Raichik’s hate account, a middle school in Waukesha received several threats.

Chasten Buttigieg takes on anti-trans bullies during Michigan State University lecture

The educator and father advocated for transgender kids like Nex Benedict to be able to go to school without being bullied.

GLAAD urges action over Meta’s ongoing neglect of moderating anti-trans hate

The LGBTQ+ advocacy group is criticizing Meta for continuing to allow anti-trans content on its platforms without effective moderation.

GOP lawmakers call for Alabama space camp employee to be fired, simply for being transgender

A Facebook post about a transgender employee at the U.S. Space and Rocket Center’s educational program has led to far-right attacks from Libs of TikTok, Sen. Tommy Tuberville and others.

'Free Mom Hugs' volunteer labeled 'groomer' by hate group. Here's how she responded.

After the co-founder of Moms for LIberty attacked a volunteer for supporting LGBTQ+ kids, the volunteer explains why she supports young queer people.

Supreme Court refuses to lift ban on Texas university drag show, sparking free speech concerns

Students at the school were planning to host a drag show next week, but the Supreme Court’s decision keeps it in limbo.

Kamala Harris celebrates Irish prime minister and his husband at St. Patrick’s Day event

The vice president and second gentleman welcomed Leo Varadkar and Matthew Barrett to the Naval Observatory to celebrate the friendship between Ireland and the United States.

Toxicology experts say death from medications in Nex Benedict case ‘very, very uncommon’

Following the announcement that the teenager’s death was suicide through the combined toxicity of two common medications, The Advocate spoke with experts about the risks of these drugs.

Republican Ohio U.S. Senate candidate Bernie Moreno’s LGBTQ+ hypocrisy exposed

The GOP hopeful is trying to explain why an account on an adult website that was allegedly linked to him sought men for sex.

President Biden addresses LGBTQ+ youth ‘suicide crisis’ in statement on Nex Benedict

President Joe Biden issued called attention to the teenager’s death and called for an end to bullying.

Elon Musk abruptly axes partnership with Don Lemon following ‘tense’ and ‘revealing’ interview

The out former CNN anchor announced that the billionaire reversed his decision to partner with the journalist on distributing his new show.

Nex Benedict died by suicide, says Oklahoma medical examiner

The coroner’s report indicates that Benedict died from a toxic mix of diphenhydramine and fluoxetine.

Federal judge grants Casa Ruby founder Ruby Corado pre-trial release from D.C. jail

The transgender woman had been held in solitary confinement in the men’s section of the D.C. jail.

In GOP-led states with anti-LGBTQ+ laws, school hate crimes quadruple: report

A recent analysis highlights the rise in incidents and the critical role of crisis services for LGBTQ+ youth in the wake of anti-LGBTQ+ legislation.

Chaya Raichik loses it after Chasten Buttigieg calls out Libs of TikTok for being unqualified for her goverment post

The anti-LGBTQ+ creator unleashed homophobic remarks on the Buttigiegs after Chasten criticized her for being unqualified to consult on children’s educational issues.

Florida students allowed to talk about sexual orientation, gender identity after 'don't say gay' settlement

A legal settlement established that certain discussions of sexual orientation and gender identity are absolutely permitted in Florida schools.

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CEO of RuPaul’s new Allstora bookstore apologizes for carrying  books by anti-LGBTQ+ extremists

Seemingly recognizing that it’s a retailer and not a library, the Drag Race host’s new venture revised its selections to exclude controversial content from right-wing writers, reaffirming its mission to be a safe space for LGBTQ+ narratives and voices.

Chasten Buttigieg calls out Oklahoma superintendent, Libs of TikTok for dangerous school environment

Buttigieg said that Oklahomans should feel “embarrassed” for having Chaya Raichik and Ryan Walters at the helm of the state’s education policies.

Who is Katie Britt, the GOP senator who inspired a million memes

Everybody is talking about the hilarious/distrubing performance of the junior Republican U.S. senator from Alabama in her response to the State of the Union. Here are some things to know about her.

Beloved Texas teacher resigns after Libs of TikTok stoked outrage over his school spirit day dress

The school district found that he didn’t violate any rules by wearing a pink dress to show solidarity with students, but the science teacher resigned because of the amount of negative attention.