Why most LGBTQ+ Congress members oppose deal to end government shutdown
A deal without a provision to extend Affordable Care Act subsidies isn't a deal, they say.
November 10, 2025
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95 Democrats vote to honor far-right activist Charlie Kirk in House resolution
They joined 215 Republicans in doing so, and some Democrats said privately that they feared violence if they voted against the measure.
September 19, 2025
Human Rights Campaign calls on LGBTQ+ community to dream & to fight for equality at national dinner
In the wake of unprecedented political attacks on the trans community, the nation's largest LGBTQ+ civil rights organization is stepping in to change hearts and minds.
September 15, 2025
Chuck Schumer & Hakeem Jeffries commit to defending trans rights at star-studded Pride gala
“House Democrats will always stand with the LGBTQ community — including our transgender fellow Americans,” Hakeem Jeffries said.
June 5, 2025
Maryland Gov. Wes Moore, California AG Rob Bonta receive awards from Victory Fund
The two were recognized as allies to the LGBTQ+ community.
April 28, 2025
Over 80 U.S. House members rally against Trump's anti-transgender passport policy
Trans, nonbinary, and intersex people deserve passports that reflect their identity, the representatives say.
March 17, 2025
Massive turnout at Democratic lawmakers’ town halls as Republicans hide from voters
The GOP struggles to defend the unpopular Trump administration’s policies.
March 9, 2025
Why queer Democrat Emily Randall says she walked out of Trump’s presidential address
U.S. Rep. Emily Randall also wondered why JD Vance stood behind the president “palms up in the air as if trying to get a crowd to rise.”
March 5, 2025
There's record LGBTQ+ representation in elected offices nationwide
In some good news coming out of November's election, at least 495 LGBTQ+ candidates won their races.
February 3, 2025
Queer Congresswoman Emily Randall opens office bathroom to everyone in defiance of anti-trans Capitol rules
“All are welcome to use our restroom regardless of gender identity or expression, political ideology, or shoe size,” U.S. Rep. Emily Randall said.
January 24, 2025
13 LGBTQ+ elected lawmakers join the 119th Congress
From Sarah McBride to Tammy Baldwin, here are the queer lawmakers in the 119th Congress.
January 3, 2025
Incoming LGBTQ+ members of Congress celebrated on the night before officially taking office
Here's what Sarah McBride, Emily Randall, and Julie Johnson have to say about what they are up against in the House.
January 3, 2025
The LGBTQ+ political wins in an otherwise devastating election
There were some bright spots.
November 6, 2024
Emily Randall makes history as first LGBTQ+ Latina in Congress
Randall, who identifies as queer, captured a U.S. House seat in Washington State's Sixth Congressional District.
November 6, 2024
Here are key LGBTQ+ races to watch on Election Day
There could be many firsts in this year's election.
November 5, 2024
Queer Democrat Emily Randall ‘excited’ about Washington congressional primary victory
Randall discussed her recent primary election victory in an interview with The Advocate.
August 12, 2024
Emily Randall poised to be first queer Latina in Congress after Washington primary win
She emerged victorious after Tuesday’s jungle primary in Washington.
August 8, 2024
Emily Randall looks to be the first LGBTQ+ Latina in Congress. Today she faces her primary
Three Equality PAC co-chairs tell The Advocate they’re confident in her chances to carry the day.
August 6, 2024