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Karine Jean-Pierre to lead discussion with LGBTQ+ women attorneys general on holding Trump at bay

“Their work to defend civil rights and protect vulnerable communities shows what it means to lead boldly in the face of federal attacks,” the former White House Press Secretary told The Advocate.

Which states have the most same-sex couples? Here are the top 10

These are the states with the most same-sex couples who live together (per capita).

These 19 states won't ban marriage equality if Obergefell is overturned

Here are the 19 states where same-sex couples could still get married if Obergefell is overturned.

How a mom learns with love to accept her trans son in new short doc

The documentary is part of the Trevor Project's Learn With Love series.

Here's how many trans adults and kids live in the U.S., according to a new report

Young people ages 13 to 24 are "significantly more likely" to identify as trans, a new report shows.

Kaiser Permanente ends gender-affirming surgeries for patients under 19

Kaiser will stop offering the surgeries as of August 29, but said that it will still offer other gender-affirming care.

15 Democratic state AGs stand by gender-affirming care

"Federal funding to institutions that provide gender-affirming care continues to be available, irrespective of President Trump’s recent Executive Order," the attorneys general say.

13 Democratic state attorneys general condemn Trump's lies about DEIA

"Contrary to President Trump’s assertions, the policies he seeks to end do not diminish the importance of individual merit, nor do they mean that employers are lowering their standards," their joint statement says.

Maui prep school considers policies that effectively ban transgender students

The proposed guidelines would restrict pronoun usage, restroom access, and uniform choice.

14 transgender elected officials you should know

These trans politicians are breaking barriers around the nation.

Congressional Democrats commemorate Transgender Day of Remembrance amid anti-trans GOP push

“Too many transgender people have been killed just for living as their true, authentic selves,” Rep. Pramila Jayapal said.

Trump picks anti-LGBTQ+ former Democrat Tulsi Gabbard for director of national intelligence

Gabbard, a former congresswoman, once apologized for her anti-LGBTQ+ past but has done an about-face yet again.

Despite Trump’s election, a glimmer of hope as transgender candidates win elections nationwide

“There is this paradox where a majority of Americans voted for Trump, who is extremely anti-trans, and yet many Americans also voted for out transgender candidates and in favor of LGBTQ rights in referendums,” A4TE executive director Rodrigo Heng-Lehtinen told The Advocate.

What states are voting on marriage equality on Tuesday?

Marriage equality may be settled law, but some states still have discriminatory amendments in their constitutions.

Honolulu LGBTQ+ bar wins quick settlement in gay bias suit

Owners of the Scarlet Honolulu and the Gay Island Guide claimed they were targeted by bigoted investigators, physical violence, and a very public death threat.

California Moms for Liberty chair’s shocking attack on drag queens goes viral

Beth Bourne made a huge scene that was caught on video when she accosted several drag artists at a resort in Hawaii. One of the drag queens spoke to The Advocate about what happened.