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U.K. Prime Minister Apologizes for Ban on LGBTQ+ Service Members

Rishi Sunak's apology came after the release of a report on how armed forces members were harmed by the policy.

Confederate or not? Army bases revert to names of rebels but supposedly honor others

Military Times has dubbed this "a workaround" of a law against naming bases for Confederates.

Trans National Guard member sues Trump admin over bathroom ban

LeAnne Withrow of the Illinois National Guard says the policy has forced her to dehydrate herself at work.

Gavin Newsom’s office says Linda McMahon’s ‘fake’ threats over trans kids in sports ‘divorced from reality’

“Secretary McMahon is confusing government with her WrestleMania days — dramatic, fake, and completely divorced from reality. This won’t stick,” the California governor's office told The Advocate.

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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.

Five things to look out for at night 2 of the Democratic convention

The Obamas, the first gentleman and “the Bern” are on tap tonight, but the crowd might be tapped out after a wild and long first night.

Iconic marriage equality activist Evan Wolfson on the future of marriage equality

In an exclusive interview with The Advocate Evan Wolfson talks about the likelihood of the U.S. Supreme Court overturning marriage equality.

Losing the simplicity of the penny — something that stood for the values of our patriots

Opinion: The disappearance of America’s smallest coin mirrors the erosion of its foundational ideals, writes John Casey.

Trans National Guard employee in Illinois sues Trump over restroom ban

LeAnne Withrow, a civilian employee of the Illinois National Guard, says she believes it's never the wrong time to do the right thing.

Trump admin lawsuit against California seeks end to trans-inclusive sports policy

The lawsuit comes after California officials said they would not comply with the administration's demands.

California defies Trump, won't ban trans athletes from school sports

California "respectfully disagrees" with the Trump administration's position, an attorney for the state said.

Samuel and 'Mrs. Alito' are the new Clarence and Ginni Thomas

In a contest for Washington’s most reprehensible couple, it’s a close call.

Maine Gov. Janet Mills confronts Donald Trump to his face over anti-trans sports order at White House

“See you in court,” she told the president when he declared his administration’s policies to be “the federal law.”

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Donald Trump bans transgender athletes from playing sports

He signed the “No Men in Women’s Sports” executive order in a televised signing ceremony spectacle from the East Wing of the White House.

California Gov. Newsom is considering a presidential run. Here's his LGBTQ+ rights record

Gavin Newsom has been known as a champion of LGBTQ+ rights, but recent actions have some questioning his commitment to the transgender community.

For a Fiesta, Remember San Antonio

Deep in the heart of Texas, you'll find cuisine, culture, and a little bit of camp.

Past '40 Under 40' Honorees Are Still Changing The World

Past honorees of The Advocate's '40 Under 40' continue to prove themselves as agents of change. Take a look at where they are now.

People, Places, and Events That Shaped Us in 2012

The reasons 2012 will be memorable go outside of politics and include an NFL linebacker, a den mother and a new normal.

Champions of Pride

We recognize amazing LGBT leaders from across the country.