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Oklahoma University instructor suspended for failing student’s unscientific anti-trans psychology essay

Although the student did not properly complete the assignment to academic standards, the university is investigating the teacher.

Newly sworn-in Rep. Adelita Grijalva vows to protect LGBTQ+ rights in fiery floor speech

“Our democracy only works when everyone has a voice,” the Arizona congresswoman said.

The 10 states that have passed pro-LGBTQ+ bills — or defeated the most anti-LGBTQ+ ones — in 2025

Liberal states stand out for passage of supportive laws, while the sheer volume of anti-LGBTQ+ legislation introduced in some conservative ones means many bills died there.

California Gov. Newsom is considering a presidential run. Here's his LGBTQ+ rights record

Gavin Newsom has been known as a champion of LGBTQ+ rights, but recent actions have some questioning his commitment to the transgender community.

Federal judge orders Pentagon to restore LGBTQ+ books, gender & diversity lessons in military schools

Judge Patricia Tolliver Giles ordered Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth and DoDEA Director Beth Schiavino-Narvaez to comply immediately.

Teaching tolerance isn't indoctrination. It's protection

Opinion: In Mahmoud v. Taylor, the justices gave bigotry a permission slip and ruled that parents can “opt out” of LGBTQ-inclusive lessons, further diminishing lessons and practices on inclusivity in civic society, argues Darek M. Ciszek.

NYC schools sue Trump administration for nixing almost $50M in grants over trans protections

The Department of Education killed funding over policies allowing students to use restrooms and participate in sports aligned with their gender identity.

Utah sports commission drops challenge to trans sports ban

A case brought by the Utah High School Activities Association and two athletes was voluntarily dismissed.

California Gov. Newsom vetoes one pro-trans bill; will he sign others?

After his podcast with the late transphobe Charlie Kirk, some are questioning Newsom's commitment to transgender equality.

How LGBTQ+ people are stepping up to run for school board seats on the front lines of America’s culture wars

The LGBTQ+ Victory Institute is seeing its highest demand ever for political training among transgender candidates.

Book bans in schools are more widespread than ever. Which states have had the most?

The bans, which often target LGBTQ-themed books, have gained steam in some of the expected states and others that may be a bit surprising.

7 of Ryan Walters's most heinous anti-LGBTQ+ quotes

The homophobic, transphobic Oklahoma schools superintendent is leaving to take a position fighting teachers' unions. Here are some of his "greatest hits."

The fall of Oklahoma State Superintendent Ryan Walters and the questions around his resignation

Opinion: Walters deserves what he’s getting: obscurity, irrelevance, and hopefully a long, silent fade into nothingness, writes John Casey.

Oklahoma advocates & educators celebrate State Superintendent Ryan Walters’s resignation as ‘pivotal moment’

The controversial Republican announced his resignation on Fox News.

Ryan Walters wants Turning Point chapters in Oklahoma high schools — or will he resign before it happens?

Some news outlets are reporting that the far-right superintendent of public instruction may resign as early as this week.

Moms for Liberty chapter chair takes off clothing at school board meeting

Beth Bourne, who has in the past come under fire for over-the-top anti-LGBTQ+ stunts, removed her pants and top at a Davis school board meeting.

New Jersey school administrator sues principal who allegedly told him to 'leave the gay at the door'

David Francis-Maurer's contract wasn't renewed after he reported discriminatory treatment to the school district.

Trans high school athlete AB Hernandez: 'I'm just a normal kid going to school, playing sports'

But critics act like she's "this crazy danger to society," she says.

Trump administration moves to end trans-inclusive sex education across the U.S.

The Department of Health and Human Services issued an ultimatum to 46 states.