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Read the latest news about transgender issues. Learn more about how transgender public figures, including Chelsea Manning, Jen Richards, Laverne Cox, Janet Mock, Caitlyn Jenner, Chaz Bono, and others are shaping and pushing forward the agenda of the LGBT rights movement. Whether it’s in the spheres of entertainment, politics, education, media, government, or international or local coverage, The Advocate is the leading source for news that is important to transgender, gay, lesbian, and bisexual individuals around the world.

Calhoun
Crime
There's a Human Behind the Sensational Florida Cannibal Case

Justin Tyler Calhoun, who identifies as a trans woman, is accused of savagely killing her ex after accusing him of being a cannibal. The tabloids love the story — and ignore the realities that led to it.

August 18 2017 7:08 PM
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Brandon Studler
Commentary
Persisting With Bravery: Trans on Capitol Hill

Brandon Studler is spending the next year working for the Congressional LGBT Equality Caucus. In the first of a series, Studler describes how he gathers the strength to fight the Trump administration.

August 18 2017 5:42 AM
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James Mattis
Commentary
I Support the Soft Insurrection Against Trump

Trump's Cabinet and military leaders — like Defense Secretary Jim Mattis — are really running the country. Thank God.

August 17 2017 6:11 AM
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These Are the Trans People Killed in 2017
Transgender
These Are the Trans People Killed in 2017

These women represent an epidemic very few are discussing.

August 16 2017 10:06 PM
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Gwynevere River Song
Crime
Texan Is 17th Transgender American Murdered in 2017

Gwynevere River Song was shot to death at home in Waxahachie, Texas.

August 16 2017 8:59 PM
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Texas House
Transgender
Anti-Trans 'Bathroom Bill' Dead as Texas House Adjourns

Passed by the Senate, the bill wasn't even considered by the House, and now the special session is over.

August 15 2017 8:49 PM
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Watch Clip from Documentary about Late-Transitioning, Religious Army Vet Transwoman
Transgender
A Late-Transitioning Trans Woman Looks Back at Her Childhood

Rhonda discusses her identity as a trans woman, an army vet, and a person of faith in this clip from the "Outspoken" documentary series.

August 14 2017 1:27 PM
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