A law that turns a basic human necessity into a crime reveals calculated cruelty aimed at harming and humiliating the trans community, writes John Casey. https://mrf.lu/gG7p

The anti-LGBTQ+ politician is asking for "privacy," but the internet isn't giving it to her! https://mrf.lu/gG2d

As the partial government shutdown causing chaos at U.S. travel hubs entered its sixth week on Sunday, the Republican senator was seen enjoying himself at Chef Mickey’s. https://mrf.lu/6J7S

Appointed by Mayor Zohran Mamdani, Taylor Brown is confronting the Trump administration’s attacks on trans people and dismantling long-standing LGBTQ+ inequities. https://mrf.lu/6JbC

As federal enforcement recedes, Maryland Democrats are building their own system to protect students from discrimination. https://mrf.lu/6JQS

The White House also lied about President Joe Biden’s observation of the annual event. https://mrf.lu/6KBC

Photographer Anthony Gansauer captures trans lives in South Carolina through intimate portraits and personal conversations. https://mrf.lu/6Kf_

Trans Liberty Executive Director Samantha Boucher entered a women’s restroom in Topeka as part of a Capitol protest on Trans Day of Visibility. https://mrf.lu/6nMm

Artist Cosimo Cavallaro explains why his latest work reimagines Christ through a trans lens at a moment of political urgency. https://mrf.lu/6nsB

Justin Kralemann alleges St. Louis-based Food Outreach fired him over social media posts about immigration and Pride flags. https://mrf.lu/64PH

Gov. Brad Little signed the measure on Transgender Day of Visibility as advocates rallied outside the statehouse. https://mrf.lu/6WKh

Retired Space Force colonel Bree Fram and others warn the move could undermine merit-based promotions and military readiness. https://mrf.lu/6WSg

The high court has opened the door for dangerous harm to kids, writes Josh Ackley. https://mrf.lu/69JR

Bryon Noem allegedly wore feminine clothing and a makeshift breast plate. https://mrf.lu/69LD

After the former DHS secretary’s husband, Bryon Noem, was accused of having a secret cross-dressing fetish, she no longer wants to be the center of attention, writes Josh Ackley. https://mrf.lu/6yWP

Glisten’s new national survey finds two-thirds of queer and trans youth feel unsafe at school, and most say the grown-ups around them aren’t doing a thing about it. https://mrf.lu/6ys2

For nearly a year, the parent company of Facebook and Instagram has been dragging its feet on removing an anti-trans term from its policies. https://mrf.lu/6PVR

At a Washington dinner honoring transgender service members and allies with the Albert Cashier Awards, the mood was defiant, grieving, and, somehow, joyful. https://mrf.lu/6wqZ

The award-winning actor and activist says artists are losing ground as No Kings protests take aim at Trump’s agenda. https://mrf.lu/6-Jg

Former Rutherford County library director Luanne James says she followed professional standards after declining to move LGBTQ+ titles from a children’s section. https://mrf.lu/6-Vr

Opinion: In an increasingly hostile world, New York City subway nights become a space where trans women of color keep each other in view and safe. https://mrf.lu/6-Cx

Audio obtained by The Advocate reveals a New Mexico immigration judge pressing an Iranian man about his same-sex relationship. https://mrf.lu/67nz

The Rutherford County Library board terminated Luanne James after she said she would not comply with censorship directives. https://mrf.lu/67LP

According to the U.S. Census, a record number of LGBTQ+ couples are living their best lives and society hasn't come to an end despite Republican warnings. https://mrf.lu/6YX8

The bureau’s celebratory montage lands as the director confronts a reported hack, lawsuits, and increasing speculation about whether Trump will fire him. https://mrf.lu/6_nQ

It's a stunning setback for LGBTQ+ young people who are put at significant risk for harm by this decision. https://mrf.lu/6_cP

From launching investigations of school athletics to legal demands on health care providers, the Republican lawyer put enormous energy into attacking transgender children. https://mrf.lu/6VVq

Why is the Democratic California governor accusing right-wing activists of being on the gay hookup app? https://mrf.lu/6VtZ

In Providence, a tribute to a slain Ukrainian refugee has become a flashpoint over politics, money, and motive. https://mrf.lu/6FqV

She spent fifteen years coming for LGBTQ+ people. Now Trump has come for her, writes John Casey https://mrf.lu/6pWG

Opinion: With Pam Bondi's firing, the Trump administration has shown it responds to an outraged public not by altering course but by replacing a woman whose exit will dominate the news cycle. Who's next, Karoline? https://mrf.lu/6pkq

You can contribute to these fundraising campaigns online through GoFundMe. https://mrf.lu/6XrB

As the Iran war continues, Trump keeps invoking LGBTQ+ people, citing their persecution to defend military action while claiming their political support. https://mrf.lu/6bNg

Social media is on fire as people are calling out the former Attorney General's failed alignment with the president. https://mrf.lu/6g6K

“Drain the swamp,” the former transportation secretary said about the cabinet official's financial entanglements. https://mrf.lu/6gR1

Advocates gathered in New York City to denounce the decision, urging lawmakers to shore up protections for LGBTQ+ young people. https://mrf.lu/66W6

Experts say common online habits, such as reusing identifiers like "spiderkash," can leave even senior government officials vulnerable to exposure. https://mrf.lu/66z4

No arrests have been made yet, and police are looking for more info. https://mrf.lu/68FQ

California Rep. Robert Garcia says the fired Trump administration attorney general is not yet done with Congress. https://mrf.lu/68G-

The president parted ways with his loyal attorney general.

As she fights to keep her own job, the attorney gneral said Minnesota's sports policies "ignore biological reality." https://mrf.lu/6fq_

An Emerson survey shows the gay Democratic congressman and former Republican senator virtually tied in the open-seat race to replace Jeanne Shaheen. https://mrf.lu/6rg2

From San Antonio to Miami Beach, city officials are moving forward with Pride observations despite state efforts to strip them away. https://mrf.lu/607H

Opinion: A 1986 case involving two murders shows how the “trans panic” defense shaped unequal justice—and why it still matters today. https://mrf.lu/60sr

Karine Jean-Pierre praised the gay journalist's “unwavering” voice after presenting him with the honor at the Truth Awards in Los Angeles. https://mrf.lu/6d8Q

Cities like Boise could face mounting daily fines as Republican lawmakers expand efforts to limit LGBTQ+ expression in public spaces. https://mrf.lu/6mYW

When Gov. Brad Little signs it, the measure will criminalize restroom use including in private businesses. https://mrf.lu/6m5s

The measure now heads to a Republican-controlled Senate, where similar efforts have stalled before. https://mrf.lu/6S8v

Organizers with Mayday Health say the message is meant to affirm trans Kansans as state policy moves to erase them from public life. https://mrf.lu/6jXl

Conservative lawmakers said they will use the bill to target transgender Ohioans who use public locker rooms https://mrf.lu/6jDD