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​'Heightened Scrutiny' is a somber reminder of why we fight for trans rights

The documentary, which premiered at the 2025 Sundance Film Festival, follows Chase Strangio preparing to become the first out trans lawyer to argue a case before the Supreme Court.

Judge Dismisses Challenge to Ohio School District's Trans-Inclusive Restroom Policy

There is not a constitutional right to "transgender-free restrooms," a federal judge ruled.

Missouri Families Sue to Block Ban on Gender-Affirming Care

The ban on care for trans minors and certain adults is set to go into effect August 28.

Utah City Must Let Drag Show Go On, Judge Rules

Attempts to keep a drag troupe from holding a show in a public park most likely violated the First Amendment, says a federal judge.

Ginsburg: Marriage Equality Shows Constitution's 'Genius'

Supreme Court Justice Ruth Bader Ginsburg discussed marriage equality and the 'genius' of the Constitution during a speech at the National Constitution Center in Philadelphia.

Gay U.S. Rep.-elect to Take Oath on Constitution, Superman Comic

The former Long Beach, Calif., mayor and self-described comic book nerd revealed that he'd be sworn in on the Constitution, some personal items, and a Superman comic.

Bobby Jindal Doubles Down on Antigay Marriage Amendment

Bobby Jindal confirms that he'd support a constitutional ban on marriage.

Texas Supreme Court to Consider Gay Divorce

The state's highest court is also expected to examine whether Texas's constitutional amendment prohibiting marriage equality violates the U.S. Constitution.

Federal Judge Rules NYC's 'Stop-and-Frisk' Unconstitutional

U.S. district judge Shira Sheindlin said the policy violates the U.S. Constitution and functions as police-sanctioned racial profiling.

BREAKING: Federal Judge Strikes Down Colo. Marriage Ban

While the ruling found that Colorado's constitutional amendment prohibiting marriage equality violates the U.S. Constitution, the decision came with a stay until August 25.

Idaho Couples Sue for Marriage Equality

Four couples say Idaho's ban violates their rights under the U.S. Constitution.

Marriage Equality Suit Filed in Alaska

In the suit, filed in U.S. District Court today, couples say the state's ban on same-sex marriage violates the U.S. Constitution.

Frist again vows to bring marriage amendment to a vote

The U.S. Senate will debate and vote on a proposed amendment to the U.S. Constitution that would forever ban same-sex marriage.

Colo. Couples Sue for Marriage Equality

Nine same-sex couples filed a lawsuit in Denver's state district court Wednesday arguing that Colorado's constitutional prohibition on marriage equality violates the U.S. Constitution.

Arizona Couples Sue for Marriage Equality

The four same-sex couples say lack of marriage rights and recognition in the state is a violation of the U.S. Constitution.

PHOTOS: The First Weddings in Arizona

A ruling on Friday that Arizona's marriage ban violates the U.S. Constitution cleared the way for these joyful images. 

Kentucky Marriage Ban Falls

A federal judge declared that Kentucky's prohibition on same-sex marriage violates the Equal Protection Clause of the U.S. Constitution.

What to expect in this week’s landmark gender-affirming care U.S. Supreme Court case

The case U.S. v. Skrmetti is about the Equal Protection clause of the U.S. Constitution. The decision will shape gender-affirming care in America.

Ted Cruz Still Wants a Federal Marriage Amendment

The possible 2016 presidential contender doesn't want the U.S. Supreme Court to rule on same-sex marriage bans. He'd rather just amend the U.S. Constitution to forbid them.

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Human Rights Campaign Sues Tennessee Over Anti-Trans Restroom Law

Denying trans students access to the restrooms of their choice violates the U.S. Constitution and federal law, the suit says.

Trans Boy Sues Tennessee Over Exclusionary Sports Law

The state is violating the U.S. Constitution and federal statutes, says the suit filed by Luc Esquivel and his parents.