In Boston, a tribute to trans lives lost turned into a crime scene. Over 400 flags, each representing a trans or gender-expansive person killed since 2020, were torn down from Boston Common. This wasn't just vandalism; it was a hate crime, say LGBTQ advocates. The Queer Neighborhood Council, a group fighting for LGBTQ rights, spoke out. They said this attack mirrors...
The U. S. Supreme Court is about to tackle a hot topic: should transgender women and girls be allowed to compete in women's sports? This isn't just any case; it's a big deal that could set a precedent for the whole country. The case, known as Little v. Hecox, started back in 2020 when a transgender student at Boise State University challenged Idaho's law banning tran...
A group of 17 transgender Air Force members is taking legal action against the U. S. government. They claim the military unfairly took away their early retirement benefits and pensions. This lawsuit was filed in federal court recently, months after the Air Force decided to deny early retirement to transgender service members who have served between 15 and 18 years. ...
The Supreme Court recently made a decision that affects how sex is listed on U. S. passports. They allowed the current administration to require that the sex marker on passports match the person's sex assigned at birth. This change impacts transgender and nonbinary individuals who have been using passports that reflect their gender identity. The court's decision is ...
Lia Smith was more than just a name at Middlebury College. She was a vibrant presence, known for her warmth and enthusiasm. Her energy was infectious, making her a favorite among professors and students alike. In the Department of Mathematics and Statistics, she stood out as a standout teaching assistant, guiding students through complex coursework with ease. Her abi...
The Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC) was created to fight workplace discrimination. It was supposed to be a safe place for everyone. But under the Trump administration, things changed. A judge recently ruled that the EEOC itself became a hostile work environment. Marc Seawright, the Director of Information Governance and Strategy at the EEOC, was force...
A federal judge might just stop the Trump administration from cutting funds for sex education programs. This decision came after the judge called out the government's reasoning for the cuts. The administration claims it wants to "protect" kids from "radical gender ideology. " But really, it seems like they just don't want to accept that transgender people exist. Dur...
In a move that has sparked debate, Virginia's Governor Glenn Youngkin has backed a plan to limit where transgender individuals can go and compete. The state's Board of Health recently started working on new rules that would stop transgender women and girls from joining female sports teams. This decision comes after Youngkin gave his approval through an executive orde...
In Virginia, a new law is making waves. It's about who can play on which sports teams in schools. The law says that only students who were born as girls can play on girls' sports teams. This is a big deal because it affects transgender girls who want to play sports. The law is still being worked out. But many people are talking about it. Some say it's fair. Others s...
Charlie Kirk, a well-known conservative figure, was tragically killed during a university event in Utah. Before his death, he was engaged in a heated discussion about transgender individuals and mass shootings. Kirk's response to a question about transgender mass shooters was "Too many, " a statement that sparked significant controversy. Despite data showing that tra...