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Maine Gov. Janet Mills hits back after Trump sues state for transgender sports policies

The Trump Administration is suing Maine for allowing trans girls to participate in girls sports, but Gov. Mills says this "has never been about the protection of women and girls."

Trump vs. Maine: State refuses anti-trans sports policies as federal agencies push to cut funding

Here's everything you need to know about Trump's spat with Gov. Janet Mills of Maine.

Maine Judge Rules That School Did Not Discriminate Against Transgender Girl

The school was within its rights to prohibit her from using the girls' restroom and was not indifferent to the harassment she faced, the judge ruled.

Maine Trans Student Wins Landmark Discrimination Case

A Maine court rules in favor of a transgender teen who had been blocked from using the girls' restroom at school.

Transphobic Md. Lawmaker Fears 'Men in Dresses' Will Result from Nondiscrimination Bill

In an effort to defeat a popular employment, housing, and public accommodation nondiscrimination bill, opponents are resorting to frequently used, frequently debunked "bathroom panic" tactics.

Maine and Texas voters to decide crucial ballot measures

Voters in Maine and Texas headed to the polls on Tuesday to determine key questions on gay rights.

Trans Teen Wins $75K in Landmark School Discrimination Suit

After a five-year battle that started in elementary school, Nicole Maines will be leaving a lasting legacy for all trans students as she graduates high school.

A win in Maine, a loss in Texas

Voters in Texas and Maine rendered a split verdict Tuesday on gay rights.

Another Republican Senator Supports Marriage Equality

On the heels of receiving HRC's endorsement, Collins joins the small number of Republicans on the side of equality.

Here's How the Global Respect Act Will Fight Anti-LGBTQ+ Abuse

The legislation was just passed in the House and its sponsors expect it to pass in the Senate. 

Trans Teen's Acting Debut in Royal Pains Has an Important Message

The Maine teen, famed for winning a landmark decision allowing her to use the girl's bathroom at school, plays a trans dancer struggling with transition-related healthcare.

Trans Woman & Nursing Home Reach Landmark Settlement After Complaint

It's the first known discrimination complaint by a trans elder against such a facility.

Government launches investigation into Maine hours after Democratic governor stood up to Trump’s ‘bullying’

“In America, the President is neither a King nor a dictator, as much as this one tries to act like it – and it is the rule of law that prevents him from being so,” Gov. Janet Mills said.

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