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Six key takeaways from Trump's speech to the nation, including 'transgender for everybody'

Donald Trump's address to the nation Wednesday night was brief, full of falsehoods, and included one of his favorite phrases.

Has Gavin Newsom really signed the most pro-trans bills of any governor?

The California governor made the claim in an interview this week. Read on for our fact-check.

Jason Collins, first out gay NBA player, reveals he has 'deadliest form of brain cancer'

Jason Collins, the first out gay player in the NBA, recently revealed he has been diagnosed with Stage 4 glioblastoma.

What you need to know about Marjorie Taylor Greene's bill banning gender-affirming care for youth

The anti-LGBTQ+ congresswoman's measure is set for a vote in Congress.

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Egypt and Iran tell FIFA to cancel World Cup Pride Match, calling it 'contrary' to values

The two countries taking part in the first-ever World Cup LGBTQ+ Pride Match want it cancelled.

World Cup LGBTQ+ Pride Match will feature two countries where being gay is illegal

The first-ever World Cup Pride Match will be between two countries where same-sex sexual relations are criminalized.

The 10 states that have passed pro-LGBTQ+ bills — or defeated the most anti-LGBTQ+ ones — in 2025

Liberal states stand out for passage of supportive laws, while the sheer volume of anti-LGBTQ+ legislation introduced in some conservative ones means many bills died there.

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.

Lesbian soccer legend Christen Press makes surprising career announcement

Christen Press is hanging up her cleats for good.

Fencer sues USA Fencing, U.S. Olympic Committee over trans sports ban

Dinah Yukich sued after a tournament in New York determined her ineligible to compete in women's events.

By Morse code, town crier Mike Johnson says Lee Greenwood should replace Bad Bunny at the Super Bowl

Opinion: Turning Point’s “All-American Halftime Show” promises everything the Super Bowl isn’t: all white, straight, narrow-minded, and wildly out of tune, writes John Casey.

Frankie A. Rodriguez brings heart, smarts, and catfishing to Hulu’s 'Chad Powers'

The actor’s character is gay, a co-conspirator, and a catfish mascot who is integral to the storyline of the hit series.

Utah sports commission drops challenge to trans sports ban

A case brought by the Utah High School Activities Association and two athletes was voluntarily dismissed.

Federalist Society judge upholds Long Island trans sports ban

A roller derby league with cis and trans members challenged a local law. The New York Civil Liberties Union still plans to appeal.

Ryder Cup, Trump's racist video prove what history shows: Decency, decorum are victims when democracy dies

Opinion: Democracy protects our rights, and decency preserves our dignity. And without both, we’re lost, and heading for an epic failure, writes John Casey.

Donald Trump bizarrely blames transgender rights for looming government shutdown

After cancelling a meeting with congressional Democratic leaders, the president issued a list of reasons that mentioned gender-affirming care for minors, trans sports participation, and "transgender operations for everybody."

Trans high school athlete AB Hernandez: 'I'm just a normal kid going to school, playing sports'

But critics act like she's "this crazy danger to society," she says.

Boise State student drops challenge to Idaho trans sports ban ahead of SCOTUS hearing

But a similar West Virginia case will still be heard.

Malcolm Gladwell turns on trans athletes, says he was 'cowed' into support

The Outliers author said he was "cowed" into supporting trans women in sports, prompting accusations that he's changing with the political winds.