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How Trump’s ‘one big beautiful’ tax bill could impact women, children and LGBTQ+ Americans

The nonpartisan Congressional Budget Office said over the weekend that the Senate package is projected to add $3.3 trillion to the national deficit over the next decade.

Pete Buttigieg shades Donald Trump's incoherent child care proposal

After Trump was asked about child care last week, Buttigieg said "it wasn’t clear whether he even understood the question."

IRS: No Matter Which State, Same-Sex Marriages Recognized

As the U.S. government implements the Supreme Court ruling on DOMA, legally wed same-sex couples will be able to file their federal taxes as such.

Chasten Buttigieg Drags Wannabe Sen. J.D. Vance Over Childless Comments

Hillbilly Elegy writer Vance told a crowd of conservatives that those on the left without children don't have a "physical commitment to the future of this country."

Op-ed: The Reminder of Tax Day

On Tax Day, Human Rights Campaign President Joe Solmonese is reminded of the attacks that LGBT feel on their dignity as American taxpayers.

Here’s what we know about how Trump will tackle these major issues

Though there are still many unknowns, here is what we know so far about how a second Trump term will approach reproductive rights, LGBTQ+ rights, the economy, education, immigration, and aging and disability care.

Ohio Democrats call out Republicans for targeting LGBTQ+ people in 2025-2026 budget

House members are slipping anti-LGBTQ+ measures into its proposed 2025 budget, banning Pride flags, restricting LGBTQ+ books, and denying transgender, nonbinary, and intersex identities.

5 takeaways from Kamala Harris's interview on MSNBC

She emphasized that Donald Trump is no friend to ordinary people and that women don't need his so-called protection. And yes, she did work at a certain fast-food chain.

Every LGBT Taxpayer Needs to Read This

Marriage equality did not magically make taxes simple. Read this before you head to the accountant.

Census Bureau Wants LGBTQ+ Americans to Be Counted

Phase 3.2 of the bureau's Household Pulse Survey asks about sexual orientation and gender identity, the first time such questions have been included.

Democrats Under 'Tyranny of Kyrsten Sinema,' Gay Lawmaker Says

The bisexual senator is being criticized for blocking progressive legislation -- but she may be ready to negotiate on some of it.

5 key takeaways from Kamala Harris's first media interview as the Democratic nominee for president

Kamala Harris and Tim Walz sat for their first interview with CNN. Here's what they said.

5 key takeaways from the vice-presidential debate between Tim Walz and JD Vance

JD Vance is in denial about a lot of things, including about the January 6 insurrection.

Melissa Hortman, assassinated MN lawmaker, was a champion for families and LGBTQ+ rights

Here’s a look at Melissa Hortman’s legislative history and legacy on abortion, LGBTQ+ rights, and family aide.

Iconic marriage equality activist Evan Wolfson on the future of marriage equality

In an exclusive interview with The Advocate Evan Wolfson talks about the likelihood of the U.S. Supreme Court overturning marriage equality.

Rachel Maddow surprised Tim Walz with Taylor Swift’s endorsement & his reaction was priceless

“That was eloquent, and it was clear,” Walz said.

Guaranteed Income Is a Queer Justice Issue

More LGBTQ+ people live in poverty than do our straight and cisgender peers, so we'd benefit from such programs the most.

Meet the transgender Marine Corps vet running for Congress in Pennsylvania

“They want us to get stuck on pronouns. I want to get stuck on bringing grocery prices down,” Sarah Klimm said.

Hakeem Jeffries Makes History as Leader of the Democrats in the House

Jeffries is the first Black lawmaker to lead a party in Congress.  

IRS Admits It Shouldnt Have Disqualified Gay Couples from Tax Credit

Parents who adopt normally qualify for a one-time credit of more than $13,000. But the IRS sometimes refused applications from same-sex couples when one partner is adopting the other's biological child.

Texas Lawmaker Proposes Tax Break for Straight Couples Only

Republicans want to give money to straight couples with four or more kids — no gays allowed.