News & Commentary about LGBTQ Rights

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Jul 21, 2025

Court Strikes Down NIH's Unlawful Termination of Research Grants on Topics Including DEI and Gender Identity

At a trans rally, person (wearing a denim vest and with their back to the camera) displays the sign stitched to the vest that reads "WE WILL PROTECT TRANS KIDS."

Jun 26, 2025

The Supreme Court Dealt A Blow to Trans Rights. Here's How to Take Action

Jun 20, 2025

Who We Fight For: The Journey to Trans Liberation

An exterior shot of the Supreme Court of the United States building.

Jun 18, 2025

Live Coverage: SCOTUS Decision Day

The Trans and LGBTQ+ flags waving in the wind in front of the Supreme Court Building in DC.

Jun 9, 2025

What the Marriage Equality Backlash Taught Me About the Fight for Trans Rights

Jun 6, 2025

Skrmetti, Obergefell, and the Path Forward for LGBTQIA+ Rights with Chase Strangio

May 9, 2025

We’re Still Ready: Trump’s First 100 Days with Cecillia Wang

Trans Rights, speakers, protesters, and supporters denounce the Trump Administration's persistent attacks on the transgender community. by carrying a huge sign reading" TRANS RIGHTS ARE HUMAN RIGHTS".

Apr 3, 2025

The Human Toll of Trump's Anti-Trans Crusade

A group of high school students wearing blue shirts reading "DISSENT IS PATRIOTIC" pose for the camera.

Feb 20, 2025

What Students Lose When School Becomes a Political Battleground

Chase Strangio and W. Kamau Bell on At Liberty Podcast

Feb 14, 2025

Know Your LGBTQ+ Rights with Chase Strangio