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J.K. Rowling uses Harry Potter wealth to fund anti-transgender organization

Harry Potter profits are going directly to anti-transgender legal cases.

Who is Scott Bessent? Here's the gay billionaire and treasury secretary backing Trump tariffs

Bessent's tenure has been defined by his compliance in dismantling government agencies and his unwillingness to recognize the impact of Trump's tariffs on Americans.

Wife's Lawyer: McGreevey Failed to Cash in on Fame

The nation's first openly gay governor could have become a talk-show host, pursued a movie deal, or otherwise cashed in on his fame after a sex scandal forced him from office, a lawyer for his estranged wife argued Monday. John Post, who represents Dina Matos McGreevey, is trying to convince the judge in the couple's divorce case that James McGreevey has underestimated his earning potential and net worth to avoid paying alimony to his soon-to-be ex-wife. McGreevey's lawyer, Stephen Haller, has tried to show that his client, now an Episcopal seminary student, is too poor to pay.

10 richest LGBTQ+ people in the world

These are the wealthiest LGBTQ+ billionaires.

Taxes and gift giving

A recent article in the print edition of The Advocate inadvertently misrepresented tax options for same-sex couples with widely divergent incomes: In fact, one partner cannot shelter income by giving to the other. An attorney who specializes in tax issues and estate planning straightens out the facts.

Donald Trump Has $9 Billion to Spend on Presidential Bid

The entrepreneur, real estate mogul, reality TV host and perpetual almost-candidate declared he is running for the White House because U.S. leaders are 'stupid.'

Billionaire Philanthropist Comes Out as Transgender

Col. James Pritzker, who has endowed a study on transgender people in the military, announced she identifies as a woman and will now be known as Jennifer Natalya Pritzker.

Love Stories John Manelski and Jordan Brusso

Brusso and Manelski's relationship involved a child from the start--their 6-year-old daughter, Camille. Manelski, her biological dad, shares custody with Camille's mother. "I always knew it would have to be somebody very special before I'd make the commitment to bring that person into her life," Manelski says.

Trans Billionaire May Move Out of Tennessee Over Anti-LGBTQ Bills

"As a transgender woman, these unnecessary and hurtful laws are personal to me," Jennifer Pritzker said.

Warren Cohn

"If somebody calls me tomorrow and says, 'I've got $20 million,' I'm going to get on the plane and go meet with them."

What Alternative Long term Care Can Do for You

Long-term care policies save taxes and pay off before you die.

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Bank of America

Bloomberg Contemplates White House Run

The former mayor of New York, known for his record as a staunch supporter of marriage equality, is planning to throw his hat in the ring for president.

Smart Money

 In a time of economic calamity, one voice rises above the panic. Suze Orman is here to help -- she's offered her will and trust kit free to Advocate readers. Click the story for more info.

Smart Money

In a time of economic calamity, one voice rises above the panic.

Gay Billionaire Peter Thiel Exits Meta Board to Fund Trump Candidates

Thiel has been on Facebook's parent company's board since 2005.

KB Home’s Punishment for CEO’s Sexist, Antigay Rant: Nothing

Jeffrey Mezger is caught berating a grieving Kathy Griffin with the most horrifying words imaginable. His employer does little other than hire a crisis management firm.