200+ lawmakers demand Speaker Mike Johnson end anti-trans rhetoric in Congress
“Transgender people deserve government officials who will lift them up, not attack them simply because of who they are,” the members of Congress wrote.
November 18, 2025
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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
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
LGBTQ+ members of Congress demand Marco Rubio restore queer human rights violation tracking
U.S. Reps. Robert Garcia, Julie Johnson, and Sarah McBride led a letter questioning the secretary of state's decision to omit dangers faced by LGBTQ+ people around the globe.
September 15, 2025
Texas is gerrymandering the only LGBTQ+ member of Congress from the South out of her seat
New congressional districts in Texas will split Democrat Julie Johnson's district into eight parts.
August 21, 2025
How a new trans rights PAC looks to rebuild the political playbook with these high-profile endorsements
With trans rights under siege, a new PAC is stepping up to support lawmakers who refuse to back down.
July 3, 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
Congress members denounce VA's end to gender-affirming care, demand answers
U.S. Rep. Mark Takano and others sent a pointed letter to VA Secretary Doug Collins.
March 30, 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
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
LGBTQ+ Congress members cautiously optimistic about Gaza ceasefire deal
Mark Takano, Becca Balint, Julie Johnson, and Sarah McBride have spoken about it.
January 16, 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
Democrats celebrate LGBTQ+ gains & promise to stand up for trans rights after rough election
“Queer people, trans people, people of color are waking up today feeling in danger,” U.S. Rep. Becca Balint said. “We need to have a full-throated declaration that we are going to be there with them.”
November 8, 2024
The LGBTQ+ political wins in an otherwise devastating election
There were some bright spots.
November 6, 2024
Julie Johnson just made history as the first LGBTQ+ person ever elected to Congress from the South
“Julie is an experienced and tested leader who will bring an important voice to Washington. Her fearless advocacy has improved the lives of all Texans," said LGBTQ+ Victory Fund President and CEO Annise Parker.
November 5, 2024
Here are key LGBTQ+ races to watch on Election Day
There could be many firsts in this year's election.
November 5, 2024
Equality PAC raises big bucks for 2024 House Democratic frontliners at debate day fundraiser
The money will go to reelecting members who are running in challenging congressional districts.
September 16, 2024
LGBTQ+ candidates in Texas, California, and more advance in Super Tuesday races
There were notable wins in both red and blue states, with Texas moving toward sending a lesbian to Congress and Burlington, Vt., electing a lesbian mayor.
March 7, 2024
Julie Johnson Running to Be Texas's First Out Member of Congress
Johnson, currently a Texas state legislator, is so far the front-runner in the 32nd Congressional District.
July 21, 2023