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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.

How this transgender ‘American Ninja Warrior’ athlete finds strength in sports

Clayton Reeves, who became one of the first out trans men to reach the show's semifinals, is using the platform to advocate for LGBTQ+ visibility.

Meet the 7 lesbian & sapphic athletes hitting it big in professional women’s tennis

These queer women are breaking down barriers and winning titles!

Pete Buttigieg clarifies recent comments around ‘fairness’ of transgender kids’ in sports

“I see this issue being used to divide,” the former transportation secretary told independent journalist Aaron Parnas.

Trump bans trans women athletes from 'extraordinary ability’ visas

Transgender women athletes can no longer receive O-1A, E11, and E21 "extraordinary ability" visas.

Indiana Lt. Gov. Beckwith shares post from church that called for death to gays; his team walks it back

Nevertheless, Beckwith has a history of horrific comments about LGBTQ+ people.

Billie Jean King is going back to college and hoping to inspire others

King left college 60 years ago to pursue her tennis career. Now she's back to earn her degree.