Trump bans trans women athletes from 'extraordinary ability’ visas
Transgender women athletes can no longer receive O-1A, E11, and E21 "extraordinary ability" visas.
August 5, 2025
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Marco Rubio may have just banned trans foreigners seeking visas from U.S. entry
A new state department cable, meant to target transgender athletes, indicates a potential broader application to all transgender visas, which it states must contain "sex at birth."
February 27, 2025
Trump moves to ban international transgender athletes from 2028 Olympic Games
He said he would direct the Department of Homeland Security to deny visa applications for transgender athletes, which he called “fraudulent.”
February 5, 2025
Will U.S. Deny Visas to Human Rights Abusers?
Out Rep. David Cicilline's Global Respect Act would looks to promote LGBT rights worldwide by denying egregious human rights violators entry into the U.S.
June 20, 2014
Gay Chechens Trying to Escape Russia Denied Visas by U.S.
Those trying to escape persecution can't find a country to take them in.
May 17, 2017
Lobbyist Urges Boycott of Rams, Visa, Over Michael Sam
Right-wing lobbyist Jack Burkman is leading an effort to cut into the business of the team and the credit card issuer, all because they've had the temerity to employ a player who (like Burkman's brother) is openly gay.
May 15, 2014
WATCH: Your Questions Answered on Visas for Same-Sex Spouses
The U.S. Department of State hosted an online video forum with several experts answering questions about how married same-sex partners will be treated for immigration visas.
August 9, 2013
Trump Reverses Pro-LGBTQ Policy From Hillary Clinton's State Dept.
Marriage is now a condition for obtaining a spousal visa, which could create huge problems for those from homophobic countries.
October 2, 2018
Visa, Vancouver Transit Drop Morgan Freeman After Harassment Allegations
Eight women have now accused the 80-year-old actor of inappropriate behavior.
May 25, 2018
John Kerry Confirms Same-Sex Couples Now Eligible for Visas
The secretary of state announced that his department will begin treating married same-sex binational couples the same as opposite-sex couples immediately.
August 3, 2013
Members of Congress to Antigay Diplomats: Better Come Stag
Members of Congress want to reciprocate the denial of visas to spouses of foreign diplomats from antigay countries.
July 28, 2015
Michael Sam Picks Up First Endorsement Deal
Michael Sam and Visa have paired up for the gay athlete's first corporate endorsement deal.
May 9, 2014
Canada pauses nonbinary American's deportation to U.S., citing Trump's hostile policies
Angel Jenkel, who overstayed their visa in Canada, will now have a chance to apply for permanent residency there.
July 25, 2025
Is There an Iron Curtain Coming for Performers?
Visas have been challenged for Madonna and Lady Gaga after they spoke out for LGBT rights during concerts.
August 17, 2013
Trump Travel Ban Keeps Syrian Oscar Nominee From Ceremony
Because Syrians are being denied visas, "Last Men in Aleppo" producer Kareem Abeed can't attend the Oscars.
February 20, 2018
Obama Ends ‘Wet Foot, Dry Foot’ Cuban Policy
President Obama has ended a policy that gave Cubans who escaped the island legal residency even without visas.
January 13, 2017
Trans Indian's Border Predicament Shows U.S. Lags Behind
The U.S. consulate remains unclear on how to process visas like that of Aruta Alpesh Soni, who identifies among India's legally recognized "third genders."
May 9, 2015
Kenyan Lesbian Granted Asylum in U.S.
A Kenyan nun who came to the U.S. on a student visa realized that coming out would jeopardize her life if she returned to her home country.
March 12, 2014
WATCH: Gay Christian Palestinian Fears Death If Deported
The young man has sought refugee status in Canada, where he has been living on a student visa, but authorities have denied it to his family's ties to Hamas.
June 22, 2015
Uganda Lashes Out at U.S. Sanctions
Admonitions from Kampala follow last week's news of fresh U.S. sanctions, including the loss of millions in funding for a new health institute and visa denials.
June 23, 2014