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How bathroom bans on federal property would impact trans Americans

A proposed bill in Congress would ban trans people from bathrooms in museums, national parks and other federal property. How would it be enforced, and what are the consequences?

New push to drop 'don't ask, don't tell'

Democratic representative Martin Meehan of Massachusetts on Wednesday revived legislation aimed at forcing the military to eliminate the policy preventing gay service members from being open about their orientation.

House Democrats Discuss Trans Rights at Emergency Roundtable

The panel discussed the Republican onslaught of attacks against the transgender community.

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Disabled veterans lack vital support as fewer Americans know someone in military service: report

Easterseals CEO Kendra Davenport discussed the findings of a groundbreaking new report with The Advocate.

'Reparations Fee' at Black Pride Event Sparks Complaint by Rival Group

Capitol Hill Pride in Seattle complained about Taking B(l)ack Pride charging admission to whites only but is now seeking "common ground."

WATCH: Meet the Only Out Trans Staffer on Capitol Hill

Ben Panico brings his affinity with trans citizens to bear in his work aiding Congress's LGBT Caucus.

Josh Sorbe is using his voice on Capitol Hill to fight for LGBTQ+ rights

In our 2025 Thriving Under 30 feature, we highlight several young LGBTQ+ activists and advocates who are already changing the world.

Liz Cheney Aide Gay-Baits Matt Gaetz With Makeup Remark

As the two Republicans feud over Trump's second impeachment, Cheney's aide tells Gaetz, "In Wyoming, the men don't wear makeup."

Dozens of LGBT Rights Protestors Arrested in Idaho Capitol

The demonstration was designed to persuade the state Senate to pass gender identity and sexual orientation discrimination protections.

Military officers no longer exempt from Capitol Hill politics

A Democratic challenge to Gen. Peter Pace indicates that uniformed officers no longer are exempt from the partisan fire on Capitol Hill once reserved for civilian policymakers.

GOP Rep. Denounces Sinful Colleagues With Anti-LGBT Bible Verse

Rep. Rick Allen's action caused several fellow Republicans to walk out of a policy meeting.