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Vermont Christian School Sues State After It Was Penalized for Being Anti-Trans

Officials at Mid Vermont Christian School say the state is committing unconstitutional religious discrimination.

Most Americans Don’t Want States Able to Ban Gender-Affirming Care for Transgender Kids

A new poll from Data for Progress shows that voters aren't on board with Republican plans to regulate women's bodies or trans teenagers' identities.

Stephen Miller's Legal Firm Sues Arizona School District Over Trans-Supportive Policies

The former Donald Trump aide's legal group says Mesa Public Schools' inclusive policies violate parents' rights.

Judge Orders Transgender Woman Prisoner to Women’s Facility

The judge said his hands were tied by state law in the ruling.

Trans Woman Sues 'Christian' Company Over Denial of Coverage for Transition Care

Turbocam's insurance plans exclude any coverage for this care, so Lillian Bernier is suing.

Former Police Officer Pleads Guilty in 2018 Excessive Force Case Involving Gay Man

It follows a hefty settlement and mandatory LGBTQ+ training following a lawsuit in the case.

​Florida Bill Could Restrict All LGBTQ+ Nonprofits

The proposal would stop any contractor or organization receiving state funds from activity that considers individuals gender identity or sexual orientation.

Elon Musk's X Sues Watchdog Group Media Matters Over Damning Report

The lawsuit comes as Musk publicly endorsed the anti-Semitic claim that Jewish communities push “hatred against Whites.”

20 Years Ago Today Massachusetts Made History by Ruling in Favor of Marriage Equality

The ruling from the state's Supreme Judicial Court made Massachusetts the first in the nation with equal marriage rights.

Trans Boys Sue University of Missouri Over Denying Them Gender-Affirming Care

A recently enacted state law bans most such care for minors but allows those already receiving it to continue — but the university ceased providing the care altogether.

Third Vote on Expulsion Looms for George Santos After House Ethics Report

As the House reconvenes post-Thanksgiving, embattled New York Rep. Santos faces a critical vote following Ethics Committee’s damning report.

Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis' Drag Ban Can't Be Enforced, Supreme Court Rules

Florida cannot enforce the ban on drag shows while the state appeals an earlier decision by a federal judge who ruled the ban unconstitutional.

George Santos Spent Big Bucks on Designer Luxuries & OnlyFans Porn, Says He’s Done Talking

The House Ethics Committee’s report unveils U.S. Rep. George Santos’s misuse of campaign funds, including spending on OnlyFans, as Democratic Rep. Robert Garcia continues to call for his expulsion.

Mike Johnson’s ‘Don’t Say Gay’ Legislation Opposed by Americans: Survey

A new Data for Progress poll highlights the nation’s split views on a controversial “don’t say gay or trans” bill, as more of Mike Johnson’s record comes under scrutiny.

Homophobic Colorado Web Designer Returns to Trial Court After Supreme Court Win

Lawyers for Lorie Smith and the state agreed to work together on an order stating she won't be punished under Colorado's antidiscrimination law.

Keke Palmer Accuses Ex Darius Jackson of Domestic Violence

Palmer filed a restraining order for her and her 8-month son she shares with Jackson.

Nonbinary Teacher in Florida Fired for Using Mx. Title

The virtual school says its hands are tied due to Florida's "don't say gay" law. However, the teacher has lodged a complaint against it.

Kentucky Families Ask Supreme Court to Review Gender-Affirming Care Ban

This follows a similar filing on a ban in Tennessee.

Some New Hampshire Republicans Seek to Ban Gender-Affirming Surgeries for Trans Youth

Genital surgeries are only rarely performed on minors, but the bill still gets in the way of private medical decisions, opponents say.

Disney Warns of Punishing Businesses for ‘Disfavored Views’ in Lawsuit Against Florida's Ron DeSantis

Disney alleges a retaliatory takeover of its governing district following its opposition to Florida's “don’t say gay” law.