Month: April 2025 (Page 3 of 3)

NFL star Khalen Saunders is opening an LGBTQIA+ friendly football camp for youth

Air Force Backtracks on Banning Personal Pronouns from Email Signatures

Organizers cancel Philadelphia Trans Wellness Conference, replacing it with year-round programming.

Asmongold Suggests Parents of Trans Kids Are Mentally Ill

Laverne Cox joins LA rally to denounce Trump’s anti-transgender policies

South AfricaUS-funded South African LGBTQ groups curtail operations

Commentator Lucy Zelic continues her crusade against transgender athletes competing against women – this time attacking trans women playing pool!
Link to transphobic site.

After a federal judge halted President Trump’s executive order banning transgender service members from the military, bases in Missouri and around the country are backpedaling.

From Hasidic Brooklyn to Off Broadway: The Life of a Trans Rabbi
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Lansing residents show support at Transgender Day of Visibility rally

The Transgender Military Ban: Part I: District Court Rejection of Deference and Secretary of Defense Hegseth’s Rejection of Judge Reyes

A new Title IX Special Investigations team will focus on enforcing President

Donald Trump’s executive order banning transgender women from competing on female sports teams and using restrooms designated for women.

A guide to Donald Trump’s war against Maine over its transgender athletes policy

State law, specifically the Maine Human Rights Act, prohibits discrimination in education, employment, housing and more on the basis of race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, disability, ancestry or national origin. The act was amended in 2019 to provide a more clear definition of gender identity and again in 2021 to prohibit discrimination based on gender identity in education.

Compliance with Trump’s order would mean violating the state’s own laws. However, his executive order doesn’t have the force of law, legal experts say.

The Trump administration announced on Monday that the Maine Department of Education, the Maine Principals’ Association and Greely High School are all in violation of Title IX for allowing transgender athletes to compete in women’s sports.

The Bombay High Court on Wednesday directed the Maharashtra government to file its response to a petition challenging the exclusion of transgender persons from state policies and recruitment processes, particularly in the police force

Democrats facing significant backlash for passing ‘radical transgender bill’
Let us rewrite the headline: Democrats facing applause for passing ‘radical transgender bill’

Should transgender athletes be able to compete in high school sports? Here’s what Maine students say about it.

As part of a centuries-old ritual, several transgender devotees tied the knot with each other as a symbolic way to marry Lord Shiva, while the Seetha Rama Kalyanam took place.

Australian model, content creator and activist Grace Hyland has spoken to Travel Weekly about the grim realities of travelling to the US as a trans person with Donald Trump as president.  

 Last year, only 49—less than 10%—of the 533 anti-LGBTQ bills introduced in state legislatures passed into law.

None of the 46 anti-LGBTQ bills introduced in Virginia since 2022 have passed into law. And advocates in Georgia and Missouri defeated all 54 anti-LGBTQ bills introduced last year despite Republican majorities in both states.

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More transgender news

Norwegian transgender politician wants to give trans Americans asylum in Norway

The Ninth Circuit on Friday reversed a lower court’s ruling dismissing a complaint over a California school district using a student’s preferred pronouns without telling a parent, remanding the issue back to the district court.

A bill to ban transgender women from participating in college women’s sports is on its way to Gov. Mike Braun’s desk after the Indiana Senate approved the measure Thursday, with support from Democrats.

Families turn to Illinois Attorney General to help bring back surgeries for transgender youth

Countries issue advisories about trans people traveling to the United States.
We would argue that if you are trans, you should not travel to countries like the US and Russia.

Amidst Flood of Anti-Trans Bills, Georgia Democrats Walk Out

7 Transgender Activists to Follow for Real-World Change and Slayage

Transgender Activist Kaitoria Bankz Shot and Killed in AL

The Los Angeles County Sheriff’s Department is asking the public for help in locating a transgender girl who went missing in the Antelope Valley.  

Navigating Waist vs Hip Ratios in Gender Transitions

The city of Boston’s recent decision to give Sanctuary City status for the transgender community, while largely symbolic, is critically important.

Bellingham educators, students, advocates and community acknowledge growing concerns around transgender rights and inclusion

Welcome by patients in Ukiah and adjacent counties, a trans VA psychiatrist chooses to leave federal service in response to Trump executive orders.

Trump declares all out war on transgender children

In a proclamation marking the so-called National Child Abuse Prevention Month, former President Donald Trump described “gender ideology” as a major form of child abuse.

Trump expressed opposition to transgender youth receiving gender-affirming medical care such as hormone therapy, puberty blockers, and surgeries, arguing these measures harm children and families. He is aiming for a total erasure of trans kids.

New Trump Proclamation Paints Trans Care as Child Abuse

Trump Declares Trans Youth “Child Abuse,” Pledges “Punishment”

Trans inclusive legal and political concepts

Exploring Transition Regret Without the Political Bias

‘Space of belonging’: Two Minnesota transgender high school athletes share experiences

Abbie Wilson Protests Transgender Inclusion at Disc Golf Event

Police investigate flyers targeting transgender woman and LGBTQ+ community in Deep River

A trans woman had an amazing response to talk show host Dr. Phil during a discussion about transgender athletes participating in women’s sports.

Trans Swimmer Lia Thomas Promises To Stand Up For Fellow Trans Athletes

Transgender people in Florida are having the sex marker changed on their driver’s licenses

Bill that bars Texans from changing sex on birth certificates advances

How Susan Crawford Neutralized Attacks on Transgender Rights

Gay bears stand up to campground that banned trans men

Video

Talking With Vivian Wilson About Drag, Dragging Conservatives, and More
(It is hard to believe she is the daughter of Elon Musk!)

U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services on Wednesday announced it now only “recognizes two biological sexes, male and female.”

The U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) has announced a policy that recognizes only two biological sexes, male and female. USCIS clarified that sex will be determined by birth certificates issued at birth, with secondary evidence used if the certificate doesn’t specify male or female. The policy aims to harm transgender, nonbinary, and intersex individuals, making identity documentation inaccurate and increasing risks of discrimination, harassment, and violence.

Elisa Rae Shupe was a transfemme veteran, the first American legally recognized as nonbinary, and a whistleblower who exposed the inner machinations of the movement to roll back transgender rights. (Warning: self-harm)

A trans girl was banned from her track team. Now she’s competing with the boys.(This is not OK).

In a historic first for California’s oldest and most iconic prison, San Quentin State Prison hosted a Transgender Visibility Night Panel Discussion—an event believed to be the first of its kind inside a state correctional facility.

Tracking US allies that have tweaked advisories for trans travelers

California: “Newsom has denounced what he calls the GOP’s “weaponization” of trans issues, but this evidently hasn’t stopped him from using it as a tool himself.”

San Fransisco: Kehlani, Kim Petras, and Tinashe to headline massive Pride Weekend festival at Pier 80
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A Seattle man already awaiting trial for one hate crime charge has now been charged in a second case stemming from a University District encounter last Thursday. Prosecutors described both incidents as unprovoked attacks on transgender women.

Restaurant’s “Straights-Only” Promo Drives Customers To Inclusive Eateries In Droves

Ohio Republicans could target transgender candidates with new election bill. HB 196 could force transgender candidates to list former legal names, despite calls for reform.

Trump White House directs NIH to study ‘regret’ after transgender people transition

Trump Admin Orders NIH to Study Transition “Regret” Only

USA Fencer Disqualified For Refusing To Compete Against Trans Athlete

Multimedia mogul, Ts Madison is joining forces with acclaimed film and television director, Lee Daniels, for her upcoming biopic series

Montana Republicans Stop Bill That Would Formally Legalize Gay Marriage In State

Videos

J.K. Rowling Affirms Trans People as “Civilization Ending Concept”

The Right Wants To Make Trans People ILLEGAL

A trans teacher in Texas resigns after being targeted by conservatives online

Rosalyn Sandri, a high school English teacher at Red Oak ISD in North Central Texas, recently took to TikTok to express the joy she feels from her students embracing her pronouns and showing respect by addressing her as “ma’am.”  

Montana Adult Trans Bathroom Ban Blocked In Court: “No Evidence” It Protects Women

A judge has temporarily blocked a Montana law that restricts transgender people’s use of bathrooms in public buildings. The measure threatened to deprive trans people of their constitutional right to equal protection under the law, Shane Vannatta ruled.

For Alice Wade, a transgender woman, sharing who is she is part of the fight against the wave of anti-transgender legislation sweeping through New Hampshire and across the country.

California Democrats on an Assembly committee blocked two bills Tuesday that would have banned transgender athletes from girls’ sports, locker rooms, bathrooms and dorms

Voters Reject Anti-Trans Ads And Elon Musk In Wisconsin Supreme Court Election

 Students at Columbus City Schools with preferred names in the district’s system had their names reverted back to match their birth certificates.

LGBTQ seniors in Argentina face uncertain future

Broadway icon Lea Salonga celebrates her trans child in People

“Absolute Terror”: Lawsuit Alleges Maryland Trans Prisoners Face Rape, Medical Detransition, Defied Court Orders, Retaliation, and Torture, Despite AG Brown’s Condemnation of Trump Prison Policy

Mace’s Assault Claim Against Transgender Advocate Fails

‘In No Way Incompatible’: Service Academy Alums Sign Letter Supporting Transgender Cadets, Midshipmen

Feds Punish Maine Newborns in Retaliation Over Trans Policy

Reclaiming Ourselves: A Letter to Transgender Assault Survivors

Ts Madison has unveiled the Ts Madison Starter House, a groundbreaking transitional home specifically designed for formerly incarcerated Black transgender women in metro Atlanta. 

Transgender Rights Under Trump: Policy Battles and Legal Fights

S.F. transgender riot was almost lost to history. Now it’s immersive theater

The “Old Testament God”? Trans artist Laura Jane Grace asks about God’s phallus.

AP photo collection from the Trans Day of Visibility in the US.

Photo: Lily Travis, 18, and Noah Masom, 17, both of northern Virginia, hug while attending a rally in support of people who are transgender during the Trans Day of Visibility, on the National Mall, Monday, March 31, 2025, in Washington. “I’m not the biggest protester, but I wanted to show my friends that their struggles are important,” says Masom, “they need to know that people are on their side.” LessJacquelyn Martin/AP

Finding Hope And Spring On Transgender Day Of Visibility

In a ceremonial room at the historic State House on International Transgender Day of Visibility, Lee Blinder stepped to a lectern and did something rare: They called out Gov. Wes Moore for failing to back up his words with action.

‘A moment of reckoning’ on Trans Visibility Day?
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Trans Day of Visibility meets MAGA? See this Drag Race star’s fierce stunt

U.S. President Donald Trump’s administration has made access to HIV treatment for men who have sex with men and trans people uniquely difficult

SCOTUS upholds “ghost gun” rule; lower courts block Trump AEA deportations, anti-trans policies

Demanding Action: Stop the Assault on Transgender Rights!! (Petition)

‘No Trans, Lesbians Or Gays’: Restaurant’s Promotion Backfires Spectacularly

Watch Kelly Clarkson celebrate Trans Day of Visibility on her show

Kelly Clarkson promotes trans album featuring Sam Smith and Hunter Schafer

Here are the songs on the Transa album.

Why Trans People Must Prove a History of Discrimination Before the Supreme Court

‘My mum in India was willing to lose everything to support my trans identity’

“Bullsh*t … Fascist Lie”: Trans People, Dems Go on the Offensive at National TDOV Rally

Alex Consani, Madonna celebrate Trans Day of Visibility with fashion show fundraiser

Trans protestor arrested after washing hands in a Florida Capitol women’s bathroom
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Trans woman ‘flooded with hate’ after Republican Nancy Mace shares her tweet

California lawmakers brace for ‘Capitol showdown’ over transgender sports bills

Angelica Christina On Trans Representation in Media, Gender-Affirming Care, And Ballroom Activism

The Cooper Do-nuts Riot: A Forgotten Chapter in Transgender History

Republicans cut a library’s funding over LGBTQ+ books. Then the community did something surprising.

Videos

Walmart Fires Cis Employee Because She Was Harassed by Transphobic Customer in Bathroom

Trans Comedians Take On Trump’s America with Dylan McKeever, River Butcher, and Sammy Mowrey

“Ab*se Trans Kids–Or Lose School Funding!”