Missouri Democrat defends trans grandchild against GOP secretary of state candidate’s attack
Barbara Phifer draws the line at political attacks by Valentina Gomez on her kids and trans grandchild.
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White House clarifies support for gender-affirming care for transgender youth after backlash (exclusive)
The Human Rights Campaign led an effort to get the White House to clear up its previous statement opposing some treatment options for transgender Americans.
July 08 2024 9:29 PM
White House statement on transgender minors’ health care sparks outrage by LGBTQ+ rights groups
The Biden administration seems to be okay with some limits on bodily autonomy.
July 03 2024 2:09 PM
U.S. Supreme Court will decide whether transgender kids have a right to access gender-affirming care
The justices will hear arguments brought by the federal government against Tennessee’s ban on gender-affirming care for minors.
June 24 2024 10:39 AM
Karine Jean-Pierre calls out Republican attacks on transgender Americans during Pride Month
The White House Press Secretary touted the Biden-Harris administration’s support for LGBTQ+ people as GOP-led states attack the community.
June 18 2024 11:37 AM
Mississippi governor signs transgender bathroom ban
Mississippi’s new law stands in contrast to the expanded federal rules against discrimination under Title IX.
May 14 2024 12:49 PM
The queerest education in America: How LGBTQ+ kids thrive at this Indiana school
In South Bend, River Montessori High School is supporting its students to be their true selves. Here's a look inside its affirming walls.
May 13 2024 6:00 AM
Nymphia Wind hopes to represent Asian excellence after winning 'Drag Race'
After making herstory, this crowned queen is ready to take on the world.
April 26 2024 8:00 AM
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.
March 18 2024 4:38 PM
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.
March 15 2024 2:51 PM
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.
March 14 2024 2:41 PM
Founder of D.C. LGBTQ+ nonprofit Casa Ruby arrested in Maryland after fleeing to El Salvador
The Department of Justice said that Ruby Corado was arrested after unexpectedly returning to the United States.
March 07 2024 12:30 PM
Parasol Patrol plans to outshine Westboro Baptist Church’s anti-LGBTQ+ bigotry at Oklahoma protest
The group will feature hundreds of volunteers in Owasso in the name of Nex Benedict with colorful umbrellas who will shield kids from cruel messages by the infamous Christian hate group.
March 05 2024 4:03 PM
Texas A&M's LGBTQ Studies minor and 4-H club targeted by Republican lawmakers
Republican politicians are targeting the school’s LGBTQ Studies minor and other programs over the inclusion of queer and Black perspectives.
February 29 2024 4:28 PM
New kids’ book ‘Hooray for She, He, Ze, and They!’ explores gender euphoria amid LGBTQ+ book bans
Nonbinary author Lindz Amer’s new children’s picture book champions diverse representation and free expression. The Advocate spoke to them about their motivation for writing it.
February 25 2024 6:49 PM
Less GOP and more LGBT — Gen Z is more likely to be queer than Republican, survey reveals
Members of Gen Z are more likely to be LGBTQ+ than they are to identify as Republican or as white Christians, according to a new survey from PRRI.
January 24 2024 1:50 PM
Oklahoma Republican falls for furry conspiracy, proposes bill unleashing animal control on students
An Oklahoma legislator’s new bill proposes a wild solution to a non-existent problem, calling for animal control to handle students pretending to be animals — which, again, isn't actually a thing.
January 18 2024 12:17 PM
Conversion therapy content is being banned by social media companies thanks to the work of LGBTQ+ group
Promoting the dangerous and discredited practice of conversion therapy now violates several companies’ content policies. Some companies say it's thanks to GLAAD's recommendations and research.
January 16 2024 4:55 PM
U.S. Supreme Court refuses to review school transgender bathroom policies
Transgender students in Indiana can continue using the bathroom that corresponds with their gender identity.
January 16 2024 1:15 PM
Meet the Florida drag queen advocating for safe spaces for LGBTQ+ youth
Jason DeShazo, also known as Momma Ashley Rose, has made it his mission to open a center that will support LGBTQ+ youth and their allies.
January 15 2024 9:30 AM