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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.

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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.

Massachusetts Governor Maura Healey; Colorado Governor Jared Polis; Oregon Governor Tina Kotek; Guam Lieutenant Governor Joshua Tenorio

Number of LGBTQ+ elected officials continues to grow, but more needed for equitable representation

The news from Victory Institute also highlights the high-ranking LGBTQ+ officeholders around the nation.

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Toni Atkins on running to become California's first lesbian governor (exclusive)

Atkins, an experienced California lawmaker, has just received the LGBTQ+ Victory Fund's endorsement.

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Lesbian Toni Atkins announces run for California governor in 2026

Atkins enters a crowded field seeking to succeed Gavin Newsom, who is term-limited.

From left: Mauree Turner, Sharice Davids, and Danica Roem

What Is EMILY's List, the Group Sen. Laphonza Butler Led?

The group Butler ran supports pro-choice Democratic women, including LGBTQ+ ones, running for public office.

Leigh Finke, Tina Kotek, and Erick Russell

Number of LGBTQ+ Elected Officials at Record High — But Many More Needed

LGBTQ+ Americans are still far from equitable representation in public office, says a new report from the Victory Institute.

Laphonza Butter, Sharice Davids, Tammy Baldwin

13 lesbians who've made U.S. political history

We offer over a baker's dozen of lesbian political pioneers.

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