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Trump administration cracks down on Minnesota sports for allowing trans athletes to compete

The Education and Health and Human Services departments say the state government and high school sports authority are violating cis athletes' Title IX protections.

9 state attorneys general pledge to support transgender youth: 'We have your back'

"You belong here. You inspire us. And we do love you," nine state AGs tell trans youth in a new video.

Minn Reps Urge IRS to Assist Same Sex Couples with Tax Issues

Two U.S. reps from Minnesota are asking the IRS to provide information that assists same-sex couples in filing their federal taxes.

WATCH: Minn. Rep. Sings to Celebrate Marriage Equality

The day before his state began performing same-sex marriages, the Minnesota Democrat filmed a special message to his constituents.

All Four Officers Now Face Charges in George Floyd's Death

The charge against Derek Chauvin has been upgraded, and the other three officers at the scene have been charged with aiding and abetting murder.

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Minnesota AG Candidate Accused of Antigay Bullying in High School

A former classmate says Republican candidate Doug Wardlow, who is anti-LGBTQ, hurled the 'f' word at him and told him he should die. 

The Case That You Can Be LGBT and Muslim

Around the nation and the world, LGBT Muslims and their allies are working to build an inclusive faith -- and having some notable success.

Don't Give in to Islamophobia Spreading on Social Media After Shooting

Speculation fills the internet as officials determine if this is a hate crime, domestic terrorism, or both. 

Minnesota Lesbian Candidate Doesn't Let Labor Pains Stop Her Speech

Erin Maye Quade spoke at the Democratic-Farmer-Labor Party's convention less than 24 hours before giving birth to her first child.

Is This the Year Dems Embrace Marriage Equality?

This could be the year Democrats officially embrace marriage equality.

State AGs to Target: We Support You, but You Shouldn't Have Pulled Pride Merch

Fifteen state attorneys general have sent a letter to Target in the wake of anti-LGBTQ+ threats against the retailer.

7 Republican Attorneys General Probe Target’s ‘Obscene’ LGBTQ+ Pride Merchandise

They claim the store’s Pride gear was sexualizing kids.

There’s More Than One Roy Moore Scandal

Lost amid his alleged dalliances with children is the fact that the twice-fired judge has no respect for the rule of law.

U.S. House Members Form First Congressional LGBT Equality Caucus

U.S. representatives Tammy Baldwin (D-Wis.) and Barney Frank (D-Mass.) announced today the formation of the LGBT Equality Caucus. The 52-member bipartisan group, which includes two Republicans, marks the nation's first congressional caucus with the express purpose of advancing equal rights for LGBT people, repealing discriminatory laws and educating lawmakers on gay issues. Baldwin and Frank, both openly gay, cochair the caucus.

130 Reps Present Strike Against DOMA

130 members of Congress filed a joint amicus brief supportive of a lesbian couple challenging DOMA in court.

Missouri Trans Teen's Murder Not a Hate Crime, Police Say

Despite Ally Steinfeld's identity and the brutality of her slaying, authorities don't think anti-trans bias was the motivation. Activists say they should reconsider.