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N.J. Democrat Sue Altman perfectly defends trans athletes: 'We have to respect people'

The candidate emphasized that transgender athletes are not a concern to women in sports, who are continuing to fight for equal pay and equal resources.

LGBTQ+ Reps. condemn 'outrageous' forced outing bill advancing in Congress

The Congressional Equality Caucus is calling out the "outrageous" bill going to vote in the House that would forcibly out transgender students to their guardians.

Lawmakers want to know why there are fewer LGBTQ+ homeowners than straight: 'Concerning disparities'

Twenty U.S. representatives are demanding to know about the homeownership "disparities" between LGBTQ+ people and their straight, cisgender peers.

Pete Buttigieg once again leaves Republicans flustered by citing facts

The out gay transportation secretary explained facts to GOP lawmakers during a congressional hearing.

21 U.S. Reps. condemn Uganda's 'draconian' anti-LGBTQ+ law: 'State-sponsored violence'

Reps. Mark Takano and Joyce Beatty have led the effort to introduce a resolution to condemn Uganda's Anti-Homosexuality Act, "one of the harshest anti-LGBTQI+ laws the world has seen."

Nancy Pelosi, perhaps the greatest LGBTQ+ ally in history, reflects on the meaning of Pride (exclusive)

For Speaker Emerita Nancy Pelosi, the LGBTQ+ community has been an intellectual, emotional, and political resource, she told The Advocate. She also understands the serious risks at stake for the community in this year’s election.

Marjorie Taylor Greene has sunk so low even Fox News can't stand her anymore

Fox News recently published a scathing opinion piece slamming Greene's “bombastic self-serving showmanship and drama queen energy.”

Texas man arrested after trying to scam George Santos, promising to get charges 'dropped'

The man told the disgraced former politician that he could “get everything dropped, evidence that is on you removed" in exchange for $900,000.

Mississippi bill would let those incarcerated sue state over trans inmates

The bill is from the same Republican who introduced last year’s ban on gender-affirming care for trans youth.

House Republicans are 'obsessed' with attacking LGBTQ+ people, say Democratic lawmakers

GOP lawmakers should lay off the assault on LGBTQ+ rights, the Congressional Equality Caucus says in a new report.

Oregon’s newest Republican lawmaker says LGBTQ+ support is akin to child abuse

Dwayne Yunker, the newest member of Oregon's House of Representatives, said he isn’t afraid to be called a "Christian Nationalist" or "homophonic" (sic).

Senate Democrats urged to reject anti-LGBTQ+ measures in funding bills by coalition (exclusive)

The Human Rights Campaign and ACLU lead the charge, with 63 groups, challenging discriminatory riders in congressional budget talks.

Rep. Robert Garcia calls out ‘Trump crime family’ in House speech

The California Democrat accused former President Donald Trump and the Kuschners engaging in history’s most significant presidential grift.

Meet the Man New York Democrats Want to Replace George Santos

Democrats are hoping to put a former congressman in the seat left vacant following George Santos's expulsion.

Kevin McCarthy, Former Speaker of the House, Says He's Quitting Congress

McCarthy’s departure marks the end of a turbulent congressional career and the beginning of a new chapter in GOP politics.

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Third Vote on Expulsion Looms for George Santos After House Ethics Report

As the House reconvenes post-Thanksgiving, embattled New York Rep. Santos faces a critical vote following Ethics Committee’s damning report.

Tammy Baldwin Has Won Big in a Divided Wisconsin. Can She Do It Again in 2024?

Sen. Tammy Baldwin has already started preparing for her third Senate race.

Speaker Mike Johnson Addresses Past Homophobia on Fox News' ‘Hannity’

The new speaker of the House has claimed a lapsed memory on past comments, while underscoring the rule of law amid pressing global issues.

Will a Speaker Jordan End Up Like Dennis Hastert, Done in by a Sex Scandal?

Hastert, a former wrestling coach, went to jail for paying a man off who he sexually abused as a youth. Jordan, a former wrestling coach at Ohio State, has his own imbroglio.

Kevin McCarthy Ousted from Speakership in Historic Vote, GOP Fractured

McCarthy’s fall from grace exposes the Republican Party's internal turmoil and leaves the House with an uncertain future.