On December 30, 1975, Minneapolis became the first city to adopt a trans-inclusive LGBTQ+ non-discrimination ordinance. Fifty years later, the U.S. still lacks similar protections on a federal level. https://bit.ly/4aAEWLF

Hiya! a note that due to the very generous benefits of @19thnews.org, today is my last day of the year. Taking a much-needed break. I will see you all next year. ❤️ And thank you.

The Department of Justice (DOJ) plans to dismantle protections for trans and intersex people in federal, state and local prisons, jails and youth detention facilities, according to a government memo. 19thnews.org/2025/12/trum...

ICYMI from me yesterday: a DOJ memo shows that the Trump Administration plans to roll back prison rape protections for queer and trans people, including in youth detention facilities. More here 👇🏼

The Supreme Court will not hear a case to overturn marriage equality, it announced on Monday. The justices have rejected a petition from Kim Davis, the Kentucky county clerk who refused to issue licenses in the state a decade ago. @19thnews.org

“In January 2021 after the politics section had broken our traffic records with coverage of the COVID pandemic, George Floyd protests, election, and Capitol insurrection, Anna Wintour asked [news and politics editor] Lucy Diavolo if we still needed a politics section. After all, Joe Biden had won.”

Today, is my last day with my editor @chiefrebelle.bsky.social who has shepherded me and my work for the last 3 years. I will miss her so much, and I'm so grateful to her. ❤️

Activists have returned to October 26 time and again when looking for a foundation from which to launch protests in the name of intersex justice. 19thnews.org/2025/10/inte...

A fantastic Carly Stern conversation with @shoeleatherkate.bsky.social at @niemanstoryboard.org, about covering trans issues and not burning yourself out as a journalist.

Look at this weirdo niemanstoryboard.org/2025/10/17/j...

To so many people, Miss Major was the first grandmother to love them for who they are & who they must fight every day to be. She was our anchor, and she didn't care who was in the room; she always spoke truth to power. Not going to lie, this grief is tough. But I know her legacy will be forever.

Rest in power, Mama Major! 💜🙏🏽 It was a blessing to live in the same earthly timeline as you. A true freedom fighter, you never stopped reminding trans people—especially Black trans people—of our worth and our power. Because of Major, our foundation is unshakeable and our liberation inevitable.

We honor the legacy of Miss Major Griffin-Gracy, a fierce protector of our collective freedom. Our hearts are with her loved ones and all who carry her vision forward. "We will honor Miss Major forever." - @imarajones.bsky.social

There was a time when Trump supported trans people using "whatever bathroom" they wanted. And he backed the Equality Act. My latest @19thnews.org 19thnews.org/2025/10/trum...

It has historically involved physical, psychological and sexual abuse against minors — electric shock, masturbation reconditioning, starvation, chemically induced nausea and hypnosis. Tomorrow, the Supreme Court will consider allowing it in Colorado and other states. 19thnews.org/2025/10/supr...

I love the autistic people in my life. They are amazing and beautiful. But it would also be fine if they weren't. Leave people alone and let them live.

For no particular reason whatsoever, I wrote a whole book about why society should stop trying to cure #ActuallyAutistic people and instead focus more on creating a better world and society for them. You can buy it here. www.harpercollins.com/products/wer...

My latest: LA County is facing a lawsuit over allegedly jailing a trans woman with men, even though her California ID said "F" 19thnews.org/2025/09/laws...

If you donate to @19thnews.org regularly, I just want to take a moment and thank you. We see your donations pop up, and especially now, they really mean a lot to us.

It appears there was nothing about trans people written on the shell casings of the Kirk shooter. Per authorities at this morning's press conf. one unused casing was inscribed with, "If you read this, you are gay lmao."

Helpful from @transjournalists.org

“It is highly unlikely they will want to touch her case for lots of reasons,” Young said. “The vast majority of cases brought to the Supreme Court are long shots.”

A bright spot- marriage equality is unlikely to fall, say the nation’s leading LGBTQ+ legal minds, and if SCOTUS overturns Obergefell, we will still be married. Here’s why: 19thnews.org/2025/09/marr...

Chicago, my home. I love you.

“We are not the footnotes in some infamous predator’s tabloid article. We are the experts and the subjects of this story. We are the proof that fear did not break us.” @gracepanetta.bsky.social reports for @19thnews.org.

Breaking: the Texas legislature has voted to ban trans people from public bathrooms with the punitive financial bill in the nation's history 19thnews.org/2025/09/texa...

This is such a good read and an important topic

Thrilled to learn @19thnews.org board member @ginaskchua.bsky.social has been named the executive director of the Tow-Knight Center. She's already had a profound impact on the journalism industry writ large, and I look forward to how she will continue to strengthen its future ‪at CUNY.

Sometimes I feel so ashamed that it’s now 2025, and my job is still trying to educate adults about why people deserve access to things like restrooms.

I'm glad that the White House is at least as serious as I am

A friendly reminder that if you have any queer ghost stories, I want to hear/ report them (and will fight @eramshaw.bsky.social to suggest that ghosts are real in the news) 👻

The @19thnews.org is hiring an audience growth manager! 19thnews.org/audience-gro...

I am always so inspired by @natedimeo.bsky.social and especially grateful for his latest ode to public media

Looking to connect with family and friends of LGBTQ+ folks who are currently in ICE detention for a story. We can withhold names to protect identities. DM me. Thank you!

WGBH building in Boston today

Congress passed a $9.4 billion rescissions package that includes gutting public media funding. LAist is losing $1.7 million this fiscal year alone. That’s not just a number. It's the equivalent of 13 newsroom jobs. It’s the stories we count on. Stand up for public media: LAist.com/Action

I’m a proud monthly member of @npr.org. Who’s with me? What’s your local station?

Hi, a friendly reminder in these difficult times for reporters and editors that if you need support around trans issues, @transjournalists.org is here and ready. Reach out! 👂👋

I will go to the mat for @npr.org ❤️

❤️ www.advocate.com/news/boston-...

After three years and 1.3 million texts and phone calls, the national LGBTQ+ suicide prevention hotline is shutting down.

Spoke with @npr.org's Asma Khalid about what today's SCOTUS ruling means for transgender kids and trans rights broadly www.wbur.org/hereandnow/2...

Have questions about the current political and legal landscape for trans folks? Curious about where to find resources or how folks are approaching Pride month this year? Join us for a Reddit AMA with LGBTQ+ reporter @shoeleatherkate.bsky.social today at 3 p.m. ET! www.reddit.com/r/IAmA/comme...

If you are looking for coverage of the ICE raids in LA and the protests, follow local news. My faves posting this weekend: @lapublicpress.bsky.social @lataco.bsky.social @capitalandmain.bsky.social @laist.com

Charles Rangel was among the first cosponsors of the Equality Act with Bella Abzug 50 years ago

Hi, sorry I locked myself out of this account and now I'm back. How are we?