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Sen. Cindy Hyde-Smith Blocks Judicial Nominee Who Supports Trans Rights

Also, she said, his campaign for a district attorney position had assistance from George Soros, the far right's public enemy number one.

Judge Says Republicans Can't Stop DOMA Challenge

The march toward the Supreme Court continues with a U.S. District Court judge refusing a request from House Republicans who are defending DOMA.

Idaho Law Banning Trans Female Athletes Blocked by Judge

"The Constitution must always prevail," writes Chief U.S. District Court Judge David C. Nye.

Another federal judge protects transgender Air Force members from adverse government action

A New Jersey U.S. District Court judge stepped in to block the Pentagon from takinc action against two trans airmen.

Judge Tells Moms He Can't Help Until Supreme Court Rules

Two moms have been trying for a year to jointly adopt their children but a U.S. District Court judge has opted to wait even longer.

PHOTOS: We're Getting Married in Oregon

A U.S. District Court judge ruled Monday that Oregon same-sex couples have the right to marry. So couples quickly decided to make it official.

California Ban on Ex-Gay Therapy Temporarily Blocked

U.S. District Court Judge William Shubb ruled for the First Amendment rights of "reparative" therapy practitioners and questioned evidence that the practice harms young people.

Missouri Man Who Lured and Shot a Gay Teen Sentenced to 21 Years

The 16-year-old boy attempted to walk away from the man before he was shot eight times in cold blood.

Obama Nominates Hispanic Lesbian for Federal Judgeship

If confirmed by the Senate, Judge Nitza I. Quinones Alejandro would be the first out gay Hispanic woman to serve on the federal bench.

Thanks to Antigay Judge, Marriage Battle Continues in Puerto Rico

A questionable ruling brings confusion, and a bit of chaos, to Puerto Rico's same-sex couples.

SCOTUS Now Has 5 Chances to Rule on Marriage Bans

Attorneys for the same-sex couples hoping to overturn Louisiana's ban on marriage equality have petitioned the Supreme Court to hear their case, even before a lower court rules.

Fed. Judge Upholds Louisiana Marriage Ban

A federal judge in Louisiana made history Wednesday -- by declaring the state's ban on same-sex marriage is not a violation of the U.S. Constitution.

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Fla. AG Still Wants Marriage Decided by Supreme Court

Florida Attorney General Pam Bondi's plans to take marriage equality directly to the state supreme court don't match a recent court decision on the issue.

Texas, Louisiana Marriage Bans Finally Headed to Court

A federal appeals court will hear cases challenging bans on same-sex marriage in Texas and Louisiana January 9.

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Lesbian Attorney Becomes Federal Magistrate Judge in Illinois

Mary E. Rowland was sworn in this week, becoming one of just a few openly LGBT federal judges in the nation.

U.S. Appeals Court Dismisses Suit Against Trans-Supportive School Policy

The parents who sued in Maryland haven't shown that their children are being harmed by the policy, a judge wrote.

BREAKING: Alaska Marriage Ban Struck Down

A federal judge issued a ruling Sunday finding the state's ban on same-sex marriage unconstitutional, and it looks as if it will go into effect immediately, although Gov. Sean Parnell says he will appeal.

No Stay in South Carolina; Marriages Could Begin Thursday

Antigay state officials have Chief Justice John Roberts as their last hope to stop same-sex marriage.

Federal Judge Allows Retirement Community to Reject Lesbian Couple

A federal court ruling says the Fair Housing Act doesn't stop discrimination based on sexual orientation.

How Soon Will Kan. Let Same-Sex Couples Marry?

A federal judge says he'll decide shortly whether Kansas counties can license same-sex marriages, although state officials have asked him to avoid ruling.

Meet the West Virginian Middle School Student Challenging a Trans Sports Ban in Federal Court

"We just want to be accepted, and she just wants to be a kid. It shouldn’t be that hard to be a kid,” the girl's mom said.