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June 9, 2023, 2:38 AM

Louisiana governor says he intends to veto anti-LGBTQ+ bills including ban on gender-affirming care

Louisiana Gov. John Bel Edwards, a Democrat, said Thursday he intends to veto a package of bills passed by the GOP-dominated legislature that targets the LGBTQ+ community, including a ban on gender-affirming care for transgender minors and the state’s ...
June 9, 2023, 2:38 AM
Louisiana governor says he intends to veto anti-LGBTQ+ bills
June 9, 2023, 12:32 AM

Los Angeles county DA's office quits Twitter due to barrage of 'vicious' homophobic attacks

The Los Angeles county district attorney's office has left Twitter due to barrage of what the office called vicious homophobic attacks
June 9, 2023, 12:32 AM
Los Angeles DA's office quits Twitter due to barrage of 'vicious' homophobic attacks
June 9, 2023, 12:03 AM

Biden calls anti-LGBTQ measures 'hysterical' and 'ugly'

President Joe Biden unveiled new initiatives to support LGBTQ+ Americans on Thursday.
June 9, 2023, 12:03 AM
Biden calls anti-LGBTQ measures 'hysterical' and 'ugly'
June 8, 2023, 11:18 PM

Biden condemns 'hysterical' and 'ugly' anti-LGBTQ measures

The president called legislative efforts to restrict LGBTQ rights "cruel and callous."
June 8, 2023, 11:18 PM
Biden condemns 'hysterical' and 'ugly' anti-LGBTQ measures
June 7, 2023, 8:35 PM

Transgender trailblazers reflect on the history of representation

Angelica Ross, Sasha Colby, Elliot Page, Laith Ashley, Sandra Caldwell and ND Stevenson pay homage to the icons inspiring them, celebrate current representation, and look towards the next generation.
June 7, 2023, 8:35 PM
Transgender trailblazers reflect on the history of representation
June 7, 2023, 8:13 PM

'Trans kids are kids': Growing up trans in America

Groundbreaking actress Nicole Maines, and transgender teen activist Hobbes Chukumba talk about growing up transgender in America, calling attention to trans rights, and celebrating trans joy.
June 7, 2023, 8:13 PM
'Trans kids are kids': Growing up trans in America
June 7, 2023, 8:11 PM

Elliot Page: In his own words

The Oscar-nominated actor talks about the joy he has found since coming out as transgender in 2020 and the importance of sharing his story in his new memoir, “Pageboy”.
June 7, 2023, 8:11 PM
Elliot Page: In his own words
June 7, 2023, 6:24 PM

Elliot Page opens up in new memoir: 'It felt like the right time'

After coming out publicly as transgender in 2020, Page shares why the rise to fame with the hit movie "Juno" was one of his darkest moments and reacts to anti-trans laws across the country.
June 7, 2023, 6:24 PM
Elliot Page opens up in new memoir: 'It felt like the right time'
June 7, 2023, 5:49 PM

The legacy and the future: Trans prom 2023

Hobbes and other teen activists throw a trans youth prom in DC, which culminates in a march toward the Supreme Court.
June 7, 2023, 5:49 PM
The legacy and the future: Trans prom 2023
June 7, 2023, 5:34 PM

Missouri governor signs bill banning gender-affirming care for transgender minors, some adults

Transgender minors and some adults soon will be banned from accessing puberty blockers, hormones and gender-affirming surgeries under a bill signed by Missouri’s Republican governor
June 7, 2023, 5:34 PM
June 7, 2023, 4:57 PM

Fights break out at school board meeting over Pride month recognition

Officials say protesters for and against the resolution gathered outside the Glendale Unified School District Headquarters for the last school board meeting of the year.
June 7, 2023, 4:57 PM
Fights break out at school board meeting over Pride month recognition
June 7, 2023, 4:21 PM

School board's Pride month vote leads to fights, protests, arrests in Glendale, Calif.

Fights broke out at a school board meeting in Glendale, California, over the recognition of Pride month.
June 7, 2023, 4:21 PM
Protests over school board Pride month vote turn violent
June 7, 2023, 3:21 PM

A community under attack: How anti-trans laws are impacting LGBTQ community

Anti-trans laws are having lasting effects on the lives of community members across the country. We meet Midwest teenager Willow and her mom Carrie, as well as Kentucky State Sen. Karen Berg.
June 7, 2023, 3:21 PM
A community under attack: How anti-trans laws are impacting LGBTQ community
June 7, 2023, 1:06 PM

Female athletes ask to sue over policy allowing transgender athletes to compete in sports

An appeals court questioned whether female athletes have the right to sue over a policy allowing transgender athletes to compete in girls’ sports.
June 7, 2023, 1:06 PM
Female athletes ask to sue over allowing transgender athletes to compete in sports
June 7, 2023, 7:12 AM

Elliot Page opens up about new memoir on coming out as trans

The actor spoke to ABC News in an exclusive broadcast interview that includes audio excerpts from his new book, "Pageboy: A Memoir."
June 7, 2023, 7:12 AM
Elliot Page opens up about new memoir on coming out as trans
June 7, 2023, 3:07 AM

Elliot Page says the trans community is 'not a debate': 'We're real'

Elliot Page sat down with ABC News for an exclusive network interview for ABC's Pride Month special to discuss his trans journey.
June 7, 2023, 3:07 AM
Elliot Page says the trans community is 'not a debate': 'We're real'
June 6, 2023, 11:02 PM

Louisiana lawmakers approve anti-LGBTQ+ bills that include ban on trans care for minors

Louisiana would join list of states enacting laws targeting LGBTQ+ community.
June 6, 2023, 11:02 PM
June 6, 2023, 9:34 PM

LGBTQ+ Americans are under attack, Human Rights Campaign declares in state of emergency warning

Sounding the alarm about the current political climate, the Human Rights Campaign has declared a state of emergency for LGBTQ+ people in the U.S. The civil rights group warns of what it calls an “unprecedented and dangerous” spike in discriminatory leg...
June 6, 2023, 9:34 PM
LGBTQ+ 'State of emergency' declared, 'Americans Fight Back' guidebook released
June 6, 2023, 9:15 PM

'State of emergency' issued for LGBTQ community by Human Rights Campaign

The Human Rights Campaign has issued a state of emergency for the LGBTQ community amid threats of violence and Pride Month.
June 6, 2023, 9:15 PM
'State of emergency' issued for LGBTQ community by national civil rights organization
June 6, 2023, 7:25 PM

Parents find supportive ways to navigate their kids' queer identities

At the Harker School in California, the Gay Straight Alliance Club hosted students and parents to speak in support of the lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender communities.
June 6, 2023, 7:25 PM
Parents find supportive ways to navigate their kids' queer identities
June 6, 2023, 7:24 PM

13 rainbow nail art ideas to try during Pride month and beyond

Celebrate Pride month with these fun rainbow nail art designs.
June 6, 2023, 7:24 PM
13 rainbow nail art ideas to try during Pride month and beyond
June 6, 2023, 7:23 PM

Elliot Page says he feels 'fully alive for the 1st time' in trailer for ABC Pride special

Watch the trailer for "The Freedom to Exist – A Soul of a Nation Presentation," airing June 6 on ABC.
June 6, 2023, 7:23 PM
Elliot Page says he feels 'fully alive' in trailer for ABC Pride special
June 6, 2023, 7:22 PM

Mom fears for her trans daughter in wake of gender-affirming care ban: 'It's not going to stop there'

A South Dakota law prohibiting gender-affirming care for minors is set to take effect next month as a growing number of states are considering or enacting similar laws.
June 6, 2023, 7:22 PM
Mom fears for her trans daughter's future in wake of gender-affirming care ban
June 6, 2023, 7:21 PM

Fight for transgender equality transcends generations

Actress Nicole Maines' fight for transgender equality transcends generations.
June 6, 2023, 7:21 PM
Fight for transgender equality transcends generations
June 6, 2023, 7:19 PM

Niecy Nash dons colorful feather dress for 1st Pride parade: 'Thank you for the LOVE'

"Reno 911" and "Claws" star Niecy Nash wore a colorful rainbow feather dress to her first Pride parade in West Hollywood, California.
June 6, 2023, 7:19 PM
Niecy Nash dons colorful feather dress for 1st Pride parade: 'Thank you for the LOVE'
June 6, 2023, 3:02 PM

Elliot Page talks about new memoir, 'Pageboy’

The actor and advocate recalls coming out as transgender in the new memoir and in an interview for "The Freedom to Exist -- A Soul of a Nation Presentation.”
June 6, 2023, 3:02 PM
Elliot Page talks about new memoir, 'Pageboy’
June 6, 2023, 1:29 PM

Experts warn against canceling Pride campaigns after extremists threaten Target

Experts warn against canceling Pride campaigns after extremists threaten Target.
June 6, 2023, 1:29 PM
Experts warn against canceling Pride campaigns after extremists threaten Target
June 5, 2023, 8:28 PM

Vermont school district settles lawsuit over coach's suspension related to trans athlete

A coach was suspended after he misgendered a female transgender athlete.
June 5, 2023, 8:28 PM
June 5, 2023, 4:33 PM

How parents are navigating kids' new queer identities

ABC News' Becky Worley speaks to parents on how they are creating a safe space for their children to navigate their identities amid a rise in anti-trans and anti-LGBTQ legislation.
June 5, 2023, 4:33 PM
How parents are navigating kids' new queer identities
June 5, 2023, 1:01 AM

Federal judge: Drag law unconstitutional

Tennessee starts Pride month with a legislative win for the LGBTQ+ community, but the state’s attorney general said he plans to appeal.
June 5, 2023, 1:01 AM
Federal judge: Drag law unconstitutional
June 5, 2023, 12:44 AM

Transgender adults in Florida 'blindsided' that new law also limits their access to health care

A law banning gender-affirming care for minors also affects transgender adults.
June 5, 2023, 12:44 AM
June 4, 2023, 6:34 PM

Ramaswamy would not reinstate transgender military ban

ABC News’ Martha Raddatz interviews GOP presidential candidate Vivek Ramaswamy on “This Week.”
June 4, 2023, 6:34 PM
Ramaswamy would not reinstate transgender military ban
June 4, 2023, 3:57 PM

LGBTQ+ community celebrates as attempt to limit drag shows fails

A federal judge appointed by former President Donald Trump struck down anti-drag bill introduced in Tennessee, finding the law "unconstitutionally vague and substantially overbroad.”
June 4, 2023, 3:57 PM
LGBTQ+ community celebrates as attempt to limit drag shows fails
June 4, 2023, 1:10 AM

As anti-gay sentiment grows, more LGBTQ+ people seek to flee Uganda

Frightened LGBTQ+ Ugandans are searching for a way to escape a new law prescribing the death penalty for ‘aggravated homosexuality
June 4, 2023, 1:10 AM
June 3, 2023, 8:11 PM

Pride organizers promise safety at festivities amid anti-LGBTQ rhetoric

As Pride Month kicks off, the anti-LGBTQ+ rhetoric and legislation that has risen over the last few years may be top-of-mind for many event goers.
June 3, 2023, 8:11 PM
Pride organizers prepare for festivities amid charged anti-LGBTQ rhetoric
June 3, 2023, 7:06 PM

Celebrating Pride Month with Kandy Muse

Frontrunner of “RuPaul’s Drag Race All Stars", Kandy Muse, drops by to chat about the new season.
June 3, 2023, 7:06 PM
Celebrating Pride Month with Kandy Muse
June 3, 2023, 6:38 AM

Protests erupted outside Los Angeles elementary school's Pride month assembly

Police officers had to separate protesters and counterprotesters outside a Los Angeles elementary school that has become a flashpoint for LGBTQ+ issues involving children in California during Pride month
June 3, 2023, 6:38 AM
June 2, 2023, 5:42 PM

Some trans people turn to crowdfunding to leave Florida after anti-LGBTQ+ laws

Dozens of transgender people in Florida who can't afford to move are turning to crowdfunding to help them leave after the passage of new legislation that targets the LGBTQ community
June 2, 2023, 5:42 PM
Some trans people turn to crowdfunding to leave Florida after anti-LGBTQ+ laws
June 2, 2023, 5:32 PM

Some trans people turn to crowdfunding to leave Florida after anti-LGBTQ+ laws

Dozens of transgender people in Florida who can't afford to move are turning to crowdfunding to help them leave after the passage of new legislation that targets the LGBTQ community
June 2, 2023, 5:32 PM
Some trans people turn to crowdfunding to leave Florida after anti-LGBTQ+ laws
June 2, 2023, 3:03 PM

Elliot Page covers People magazine

Page opens up about his rocky Hollywood journey and finding joy, sitting down exclusively with ABC News for the upcoming special, “The Freedom to Exist – A Soul of a Nation Presentation."
June 2, 2023, 3:03 PM
Elliot Page covers People magazine
June 2, 2023, 9:40 AM

Drag show at Nevada's Nellis Air Force Base canceled by Pentagon

A previously approved drag show to be held at Nellis AFB has been canceled by the Pentagon
June 2, 2023, 9:40 AM
Drag show at Nevada's Nellis Air Force Base canceled by Pentagon
June 2, 2023, 5:42 AM

Library cancels trans speaker after Montana bans drag readings

Montana's new law banning drag reading events at public libraries has led to the cancellation of a transgender speaker in a southwestern Montana city on Friday
June 2, 2023, 5:42 AM
Library cancels trans speaker after Montana bans drag readings
June 2, 2023, 2:21 AM

TikTalk: First Black transgender Victoria’s Secret Model on her success

ABC News’ Trevor Ault spoke with content creator Emira D’Spain about making history with Victoria’s Secret, discussing the transitioning process online, and her message for Pride Month.
June 2, 2023, 2:21 AM
TikTalk: First Black transgender Victoria’s Secret Model on her success
June 2, 2023, 1:50 AM

NFL’s RK Russell: 'I am a black bisexual man... That's what I've always been'

ABC News’ Trevor Ault spoke with R.K. Russell, the first active NFL player to come out as bisexual, about his new book, “The Yards Between Us: A Memoir of Life, Love and Football.”
June 2, 2023, 1:50 AM
NFL’s RK Russell: 'I am a black bisexual man... That's what I've always been'
June 1, 2023, 6:54 PM

Thousands march in Jerusalem Pride parade, first under Israel's most right-wing government ever

Thousands of people have taken part in Jerusalem’s Pride parade
June 1, 2023, 6:54 PM
Thousands to march in Jerusalem Pride parade, first under right-wing gov't ever
June 1, 2023, 6:21 PM

Celebrating drag performer Prada G. Major's impact on community

“GMA” is celebrating LGBTQ+ Pride Month and the work of Prada G. Major, who has raised thousands for MS research and much more.
June 1, 2023, 6:21 PM
Celebrating drag performer Prada G. Major's impact on community
June 1, 2023, 4:57 PM

Drag superstar Prada G. Major gets big surprise on 'GMA'

“Good Morning America” surprises drag performer Prada G. Major with two donations to the National Multiple Sclerosis Society and The Stonewall Inn Gives Back Initiative.
June 1, 2023, 4:57 PM
Drag superstar Prada G. Major gets big surprise on 'GMA'
May 31, 2023, 11:25 PM

Elliot Page opens up about gender dysphoria in ABC News Pride special

The actor sat down with ABC News for an exclusive network interview as part of "The Freedom to Exist - A Soul of a Nation Presentation," airing June 6 on ABC.
May 31, 2023, 11:25 PM
Elliot Page opens up about gender dysphoria in ABC News Pride special
May 31, 2023, 2:32 AM

Uganda's president signs into law anti-gay legislation with death penalty in some cases

Uganda’s president has signed into law new anti-gay legislation supported by many in the East African country but widely condemned by rights activists and others abroad
May 31, 2023, 2:32 AM
Uganda's president signs into law tough anti-gay legislation with death penalty
May 30, 2023, 10:38 PM

LGBTQ+ activists call for new strategies to promote equality after Target backlash

Activists in the LGBTQ+ community are calling for new ways to mobilize against threats to their long fight for equality
May 30, 2023, 10:38 PM