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How SNAP benefits for 42 million Americans could be saved during the shutdown

Trump's USDA has refused to release contingency funds for SNAP benefits, and Congress remains gridlocked.

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OpenAI’s Sam Altman bashes Democrats. Here’s why he says he’s 'politically homeless'

Sam Altman says it has to do with the party's relationship with billionaires like him.

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Kathy Hochul vetos financial protection bill introduced after murders of gay men

New York Gov. Kathy Hochul has vetoed a bill designed to protect users of money-sharing apps even after several high-profile cases of murder and robbery against several people, including at least two gay men.

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Almost 5,000 New Yorkers have 'X' gender markers on their IDs

The Gender Recognition Act of 2022 made a third gender option available on state-issued identification in New York.

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How SNAP benefits for 42 million Americans could be saved during the shutdown

Trump's USDA has refused to release contingency funds for SNAP benefits, and Congress remains gridlocked.

OpenAI’s Sam Altman bashes Democrats. Here’s why he says he’s 'politically homeless'

Sam Altman says it has to do with the party's relationship with billionaires like him.

Gay U.S. Rep. Ritchie Torres surprises MSNBC panel with announcement on New York governor candidacy

"That's news!" said one of the Morning Joe panelists after the New York congressman revealed his plans.

Vigils honor life of Sam Nordquist, trans man tortured and killed in upstate New York

Two vigils are being held tonight, and another one went on Monday night as the investigation into Nordquist's death continues.

Kathy Hochul vetos financial protection bill introduced after murders of gay men

New York Gov. Kathy Hochul has vetoed a bill designed to protect users of money-sharing apps even after several high-profile cases of murder and robbery against several people, including at least two gay men.

Almost 5,000 New Yorkers have 'X' gender markers on their IDs

The Gender Recognition Act of 2022 made a third gender option available on state-issued identification in New York.

Cecilia Gentili, trans activist, actress, and author, has died at 52

Gentili worked for the rights of trans people and others, and was an actress on Pose and an award-winning author.

New York Gov. Kathy Hochul Sets Date for Special Election to Replace George Santos

Here's when the election is being held.

New York Announces Big Statewide Investments in LGBTQ+ Community

Democrats in New York announced that the state will spend millions to improve the lives of LGBTQ+ people.

Kamala Harris Makes Historic Visit to Stonewall Inn, Vows to Fight Anti-LGBTQ+ Hate

As one of Harris’s many firsts, she is now the first sitting Vice President of the United States to visit the famed queer space.

Edie Windsor and Thea Spyer, Couple Who Took on DOMA, Honored With Street Sign

A court case involving the couple helped bring down the Defense of Marriage Act.

Trans Judge Appointed in New York, Makes History

While transgender women have been seated as judges in the United States, the appointment is the first for a trans man.

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Trump's USDA has refused to release contingency funds for SNAP benefits, and Congress remains gridlocked.

Sam Altman says it has to do with the party's relationship with billionaires like him.

"That's news!" said one of the Morning Joe panelists after the New York congressman revealed his plans.

Two vigils are being held tonight, and another one went on Monday night as the investigation into Nordquist's death continues.

New York Gov. Kathy Hochul has vetoed a bill designed to protect users of money-sharing apps even after several high-profile cases of murder and robbery against several people, including at least two gay men.

The Gender Recognition Act of 2022 made a third gender option available on state-issued identification in New York.

Gentili worked for the rights of trans people and others, and was an actress on Pose and an award-winning author.

Here's when the election is being held.

Democrats in New York announced that the state will spend millions to improve the lives of LGBTQ+ people.

As one of Harris’s many firsts, she is now the first sitting Vice President of the United States to visit the famed queer space.

A court case involving the couple helped bring down the Defense of Marriage Act.

While transgender women have been seated as judges in the United States, the appointment is the first for a trans man.