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Nancy Pelosi endorses Kamala Harris for president

"I have full confidence that she will lead us to victory in November," the former House speaker and longtime LGBTQ+ ally said of Harris.

Donald Trump closes transphobic Republican National Convention with long, lie-filled speech

The Republican nominee repeated his usual falsehoods about the 2020 election having been stolen from him, while his son Eric spewed some transphobia.

Trump challenging Nancy Pelosi to debate is ‘usual projection of his own insanity,’ her spokesperson says

The former president continues to utter things that make no sense while Democrats worry about Joe Biden’s age.

Jim Obergefell reflects on 9th anniversary of Supreme Court marriage equality ruling

The legendary civil rights activist will attend a White House Pride celebration on the day of the anniversary.

Nancy Pelosi emotionally reflects on LGBTQ+ community at Library of Congress AIDS Quilt exhibit (exclusive)

The speaker emerita got choked up as she reviewed letters from families of people lost to AIDS.

'Welcome to our annual convening of the gay Mafia': Equality PAC celebrates 10 years

The political fundraising organization promotes LGBTQ+ elected officials and held its annual gala last week. Here's what went down.

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.

Judy Shepard's Presidential Medal of Freedom hailed by LGBTQ+ rights groups 25 years after gay son’s murder

After the hate-fueled murder of her son, Matthew Shepard, more than two decades ago, she has advocated for the rights of LGBTQ+ people.

Judy Shepard, Nancy Pelosi, and queer scientist Jane Rigby among Medal of Freedom honorees

The Presidential Medal of Freedom is the nation's highest civilian honor.

Trump wins New Hampshire primary, but Haley's not dropping out (yet)

Nikki Haley, the last Republican standing against Trump, was defiant when she addressed her supporters.

Who Is Acting House Speaker Patrick McHenry and How Antigay Is He?

McHenry's anti-LGBTQ+ record is long and strong, even though an antigay activist once claimed McHenry was gay.

Dianne Feinstein Remembered by Political Leaders as a 'Titan' in the U.S. Senate

The nation mourns a trailblazer in politics, advocate for women’s rights, and champion for LGBTQ+ equality.

Nancy Pelosi Makes Surprise Visit to DC’s Little Gay Pub in Tribute to LGBTQ+ Community

Her unannounced appearance left patrons delighted, the LGBTQ+ community celebrated and she even took one of those famous bathroom selfies.

Kevin McCarthy: The Idiot of the House

Soon American citizens will be the ones mostly affected by McCarthy’s arrogance and stupidity.

Ro Khanna: Democratic Lawmakers Must Take a Stand for Transgender Rights

The Democrat from California says he won’t be quiet about the rights of transgender Americans.

Pelosi Hosting Fundraiser for Kyrsten Sinema Challenger

Sinema, the first bisexual U.S. Senator, has renounced the Democratic party.

Nancy Pelosi Throws First Pitch at Washington Nationals' Pride Night

The former speaker was honored at the team's "Night OUT" event.

Marginalized Legislator? You’re Expelled!

Are recent racist and transphobic moves by state legislatures in Montana, Tennessee and Nebraska a trend?

Nancy Pelosi Has a Lot to Say About Drag, San Francisco, and the GOP

In an exclusive interview, the speaker emerita discusses her long history with the LGBTQ+ community and says Republican politicians are "losers."

Chuck Williams, Founder of The Williams Institute at UCLA Law School, Is Dead

The LGBTQ+ community has lost one of its most ardent and impactful members and supporters.

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