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President Biden to host AIDS Memorial Quilt on White House South Lawn for World AIDS Day (exclusive)

The president and First Lady Jill Biden will host a public display of the Quilt for the first time on the South Lawn that people can visit and view.

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Meet 'The Advocates' of 2024

'The Advocates' list celebrates 10 artists, activists, and allies who are dedicated to making the world a better place for all.

The Advocates 2024: Admiral Rachel Levine

The first out transgender federal official continues to firmly stand her ground despite relentless far-right attacks.

Assistant HHS Secretary Admiral Rachel Levine on Being Visible

For the nation’s highest ranking trans person, any vitriol directed her way only makes her more determined to fight and advocate on behalf of the community.

Trans Youth 'Driven to Deaths of Despair,' Says Admiral Rachel Levine

Levine, the highest-ranking trans person in the federal government, will speak Saturday in Texas on the harm done by anti-trans legislation and policies.

Experts Weigh in on the Realities of Gender-Affirming Care and the Dangers of Disinformation

Admiral Rachel Levine and Dr. Jesse Ehrenfeld address puberty blockers, FDA challenges, and the power of community engagement to combat misinformation in a crucial dialogue on trans health care.

Rachel Levine and Isabel Guzman highlight LGBTQ-owned businesses during Pride Month

HHS’s Rachel Levine and SBA’s Isabel Guzman toured LGBTQ-owned and focused businesses around Washington, D.C., earlier this week.

White House Condemns Marjorie Taylor Greene’s Transphobic Comments About Rachel Levine

Amid a rising tide of anti-LGBTQ+ rhetoric in Congress, officials called out the Georgia congresswoman’s derogatory comments against the assistant secretary for health.

Rachel Levine Elected to National Academy of Medicine

Members recognize and elect individuals who have made significant contributions to medical science, health care, and public health.

Biden Officials Meet With Florida LGBTQ+ Youth to Assure Support

Education Secretary Miguel Cardona and Health and Human Services Assistant Secretary Rachel Levine met virtually with young LGBTQ+ Floridians Thursday.

Rachel Levine Discusses Disturbing ‘Medical Refugees’ Crisis Sweeping Across the U.S.

The assistant secretary for health tackles “medical refugees,” misinformation, and transgender health care challenges in an interview with The Advocate.

People of the Year: All the President’s LGBTQ+ Advocates

Karine Jean-Pierre is the most visible out member of the current administration, but she's surrounded by allies and other queer trailblazers.

People Living With HIV Now Allowed to Join U.S. Public Health Corps

Applicants living with HIV and chronic hepatitis B will no longer be rejected from becoming officers in the U.S. Public Health Service Commissioned Corps.

General Hospital Actor Slammed for Transphobic Social Media Post

Ingo Rademacher was let go from the show, not for his post misgendering Dr. Rachel Levine, but for not complying with a COVID-19 mandate.

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.

In a First, Asian-American Lesbian Confirmed to Ambassador-Level Post

Chantale Wong, confirmed as U.S. director of the Asian Development Bank, is the first out lesbian and first LGBTQ+ person of color in an ambassador-level position.

Karine Jean-Pierre Reflects on Historic Marriage Act Signing

The White House Press Secretary reflected on the significance of the day as the first out LGBTQ+ person to hold the position.

Dr. Rachel Levine Is Now First Trans 4-Star Admiral in U.S. History

She is the first out transgender four-star officer and first female four-star admiral of the U.S. Public Health Service Commissioned Corps.

Second Gentleman Doug Emhoff to tackle Republican book bans at Manhattan roundtable discussion (exclusive)

He will talk about the Biden-Harris administration’s commitment to fight these threats to students’ civil rights.

13 Photos of Queer Joy & Celebration at White House Pride Month Event

There was so much joy on display on the South Lawn where LGBTQ+ people and families were celebrated by the Biden administration.

Exclusive: Doug Emhoff Will Meet With Gay and Transgender Kids Today

Second Gentleman Doug Emhoff will host a virtual roundtable today with LGBTQ+ students from across the country.