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December 20, 2024 at 12:20 PM
Some families cut relatives off over LGBTQ politics this holiday season
The holidays can be a difficult time for those in the LGBTQ community as anti-LGBTQ sentiment grows nationwide.
December 20, 2024 at 12:20 PM
December 17, 2024 at 8:21 PM
Montana judge blocks rule that prevented transgender people from changing sex on docs
A state judge in Montana has temporarily blocked policies that prevented transgender people from changing the sex designation on their birth certificates and driver's licenses
December 17, 2024 at 8:21 PM
December 17, 2024 at 6:16 PM
Drag legend Murray Hill to host 1st-ever drag king competition series
Drag performer Murray Hill will host the first-ever drag king competition series, "King of Drag," premiering in spring 2025 on LGBTQ+ streamer Revry.
December 17, 2024 at 6:16 PM
December 16, 2024 at 1:49 PM
Rep. Nancy Mace's position on LGBTQ community appears to have changed
Rep. Nancy Mace has made headlines for her rhetoric around the transgender community, including her efforts to ban transgender women from using women's restrooms.
December 16, 2024 at 1:49 PM
December 16, 2024 at 12:08 AM
Clay Aiken recalls losing '50 percent' of his fans after coming out in 2008
"We are in a very different time," the singer said.
December 16, 2024 at 12:08 AM
December 13, 2024 at 1:58 PM
Japan's ban on recognizing same-sex unions is unconstitutional, a court finds
A Japanese high court has ruled that the refusal to recognize same-sex marriage is unconstitutional, the latest victory for the LGBTQ+ community that adds pressure on the reluctant government
December 13, 2024 at 1:58 PM
December 11, 2024 at 6:30 PM
Britain indefinitely bans puberty blockers for children with gender dysphoria
The British government has indefinitely banned puberty blockers for children with gender dysphoria after independent experts found there was an unacceptable safety risk in prescribing the medication
December 11, 2024 at 6:30 PM
December 9, 2024 at 3:17 PM
SCOTUS rejects parents' challenge to school guidance for transgender students
The Supreme Court has rejected an appeal from Wisconsin parents who wanted to challenge a school district’s guidance for supporting transgender students
December 9, 2024 at 3:17 PM
December 7, 2024 at 10:54 PM
Man accused of hate crime in killing of gay man claims self-defense
A Florida man accused of a hate crime for killing a gay man is asking a judge to dismiss the charges, saying he acted in self-defense
December 7, 2024 at 10:54 PM
December 7, 2024 at 1:54 AM
Federal judge rules Alabama city must allow gay pride float at Christmas parade
An Alabama pride group will be allowed to participate in an annual Christmas parade, a federal judge has ruled
December 7, 2024 at 1:54 AM
December 5, 2024 at 10:39 PM
Protests outside of Supreme Court capture growing fears for transgender Americans
ABC News spoke with protesters, including Montana State Rep. Zooey Zephyr, about the Supreme Court case concerning gender-affirming care for transgender youth.
December 5, 2024 at 10:39 PM
December 5, 2024 at 10:34 PM
Tennessee attorney general defends trans ban in front of SCOTUS
Jonathan Skrmetti argued his case in front of the Supreme Court on Wednesday, defending Tennessee’s ban on gender-affirming care for minors.
December 5, 2024 at 10:34 PM
December 5, 2024 at 5:59 PM
SCOTUS hears arguments over transgender care for minors
Three families and a doctor, supported by the Biden administration, are challenging a Tennessee law that bans procedures like hormone therapies and puberty blockers for minors.
December 5, 2024 at 5:59 PM
December 4, 2024 at 7:29 PM
Transgender teen implores Supreme Court to strike Tennessee gender-affirming care ban
Tennessee family wants Supreme Court to strike down ban on gender-affirming treatments for minors on the grounds of sex discrimination and violating parental rights.
December 4, 2024 at 7:29 PM
December 4, 2024 at 5:58 PM
Tennessee family takes fight for transgender care to Supreme Court
ABC News’ Devin Dwyer talks to a Tennessee couple that's arguing, on behalf of their daughter, that a state law banning certain medical treatments for transgender minors is unconstitutional.
December 4, 2024 at 5:58 PM
December 4, 2024 at 4:11 PM
Landmark Supreme Court case weighs gender-affirming care for trans kids
Sarah Kate Ellis, President of GLAAD, discussed the landmark Supreme Court case that weighs gender-affirming care for trans kids.
December 4, 2024 at 4:11 PM
December 3, 2024 at 7:17 PM
Alex Consani makes history as 1st transgender Model of the Year
Alex Consani has made history as the first transgender model to receive the Fashion Awards' Model of the Year award.
December 3, 2024 at 7:17 PM
November 27, 2024 at 4:30 PM
Ohio governor signs transgender bathroom ban for students
Ohio Gov. Mike DeWine has signed a transgender bathroom ban into law.
November 27, 2024 at 4:30 PM
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Transgender residents living under bathroom ban reflect on Sarah McBride controversy
Transgender residents living under a bathroom ban in Texas reflect on the controversy surrounding Sarah McBridge and new Congressional restrictions.
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The congressional bathroom ban is the latest transgender policy battle
538's polling column about Republicans' transgender bathroom bans, Trump's transition, trust in polls and Thanksgiving plans.
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Utah State University aims to join lawsuit challenging trans sports participation
Utah State University has filed a motion to join an ongoing lawsuit that aims at challenging transgender sports participation policies.
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Gun violence becomes growing concern for transgender community
At least 36 transgender or gender-expansive people were killed in the last year, the majority killed by a gun. A new Everytown study spotlights this gun violence.
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By The Numbers: Trans Day of Remembrance
A look at the numbers behind the harm and hate the transgender community often bears and how gender-motivated crimes and anti-LGBTQ bills impact the population.
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Transgender women won't be allowed to use women’s restrooms in Capitol: Johnson
House Speaker Mike Johnson said transgender women cannot use women’s restrooms in the Capitol and House office buildings
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Transgender women won't be allowed to use women’s restrooms in Capitol: Johnson
House Speaker Mike Johnson said transgender women cannot use women's restrooms in the Capitol and House office buildings.
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Gun violence becomes growing concern for transgender community
At least 36 transgender or gender-expansive people were killed in the last year, the majority killed by a gun.
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Transgender bathroom ban aimed at McBride: Mace
Rep. Nancy Mace said the bill she introduced to ban transgender women from using women's restrooms at the U.S. Capitol was "absolutely" in response to Rep.-elect Sarah McBride's entering Congress.
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Bill would ban transgender women from using women's restroom at Capitol
Republican Rep. Nancy Mace was asked Tuesday about the bill she introduced to ban transgender women from using women's restrooms at the U.S. Capitol.
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Speaker Johnson clarifies earlier remarks on Rep.-elect Sarah McBride
House Speaker Mike Johnson said he "welcomes all new members with open arms."
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Rep. Mace says Capitol restroom bill targeted 1st transgender member of Congress
Rep.-elect Sarah McBride is the first transgender member of Congress.
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Republican to introduce transgender bathroom ban at the US Capitol
The bill would come as Rep.-elect Sarah McBride prepares to take office as the first transgender member of Congress.
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FBI investigates new round of offensive and racist texts
The messages has targeted LGBTQ+ high school students as recipients were allegedly told to report to re-education camp.
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Hispanic, LGBTQ communities receive hateful emails after racist text surge
Members of the Hispanic and LGBTQIA+ communities are now receiving emails saying they have been selected for deportation or to report to a re-education camp.
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Former classmate sentenced to life in prison in murder of gay teen Blaze Bernstein
Samuel Woodward was found guilty of murdering his former classmate, Blaze Bernstein, in a hate crime.
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Ohio transgender bathroom ban heads to governor's desk
A transgender bathroom ban has been sent to Ohio Gov. Mike DeWine's desk after passing through the state legislature.
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Nex Benedict's school district agrees to address Title IX harassment violations
The Department of Education announced that Oklahoma's Owasso Public Schools has agreed to “remedy violations of Title IX” following LGBTQ+ student Nex Benedict's death.
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LGBTQ crisis hotlines see surge of calls amid Trump election
LGBTQ hotlines nationwide, including the Rainbow Youth Project and the Trevor Project, are seeing massive surges in crisis outreach amid the fallout of the election.
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LGBTQ crisis hotlines see surge of calls amid Trump election
LGBTQ hotlines nationwide, including the Rainbow Youth Project and the Trevor Project, are seeing massive surges in crisis outreach amid the fallout of the election. ABC News’ Devin Dwyer reports.
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After years of fighting, transgender elders celebrate as acceptance grows
For transgender elders like Imperato, today’s world is a stark contrast to the world they once lived in as LGBTQ progress and acceptance continues to grow.
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12 students charged in hate crime assault at Salisbury University in Maryland
Police believe the fraternity cohort targeted the man because of his sexual orientation.
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Rep. Zooey Zephyr, transgender Montana legislator, wins reelection
Zephyr was censured after she argued on the state House floor against a gender-affirming care ban for transgender youth.
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Rep. Zooey Zephyr, trans legislator censured in Montana, wins reelection
Montana state Rep. Zooey Zephyr -- the state's first openly trans lawmaker -- ran for reelection to the state House after she was censured.
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Election fact check: Trump, Harris on transgender issues
What we know about the issues and how former President Donald Trump and Vice President Kamala Harris expect to legislate transgender policies.
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HRC president on the importance of voting to protect LGBTQAI+ rights
ABC News’ Linsey Davis spoke with Kelley Robinson, the president of the Human Rights Campaign, about how the 2024 presidency could impact the future LGBTQAI+ communities.
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These LGBTQ+ dads are on a mission to build more queer families
After the birth of their daughter, Pat and Carlos Dolan want to normalize LGBTQ+ families and make the process more affordable.
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Elton John shares what won him over to bring Tammy Faye's story to Broadway
Elton John, Jake Shears and Katie Brayben talk about the new Broadway musical, "Tammy Faye."
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Trump and allies are pouring millions into anti-trans election ads as election nears
Former President Donald Trump and his Republican allies are aggressively pushing anti-trans messaging in the final stretch of the 2024 election.
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Mom and son run Chicago Marathon to honor trans youth
Lev Grosshandler and his mom Jen ran the Chicago Marathon in honor of his sister who identifies as trans.
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800 vets kicked out under 'Don't Ask, Don't Tell' get honorable discharges from DOD
More than 13,000 service members were kicked out under the policy between 1994 and 2011.
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Mother of trans student athlete sues Florida school district alleging retaliation
A lawsuit against the Broward County School Board and Florida Department of Education has been filed on behalf of Jessica Norton, the mother of a transgender athlete.
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