News + Politics
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Sen. Ruben Gallego Opposes Trans Athletes in Girls’ Sports
The Arizona Democrat says some transgender youth “should not be playing” in girls’ sports and suggests they instead pursue “other activities.”
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Pedro Pascal, Ariana Grande Join Plea to Save LGBTQ Lifeline
More than 100 celebrities sign open letter urging Trump to preserve 988 crisis support for LGBTQ youth amid proposed federal budget cuts.
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Navy to Remove Harvey Milk’s Name From Ship During Pride
Pete Hegseth orders Navy to rename USNS Harvey Milk and other ships honoring civil rights leaders, citing a return to “warrior culture.”
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Trans Teen Wins Gold Under New California Scoring Rule
AB Hernandez earned two golds and a silver as CIF changes scoring rules to preserve podium spots for cisgender athletes.
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Dealer Gets 19 Years in Death of Trans Activist Cecilia Gentili
Michael Kuilan will serve nearly two decades for selling the fentanyl-laced drugs that killed the beloved trans activist and "Pose" actress.
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Gay Actor Jonathan Joss, of ‘King of the Hill,’ Shot Dead in Texas
Joss, who voiced John Redcorn, was allegedly shot by a neighbor after years of threats and anti-gay harassment, according to his husband.
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MPD Withdraws Request to Park Service to Close Dupont Circle for Pride
Following a massive outcry from community members and politicians, the National Park Service has canceled its plans to close down the park at Dupont Circle,...
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Police Arrest Trans Man for Using Women’s Restroom at S.C. Bar
Luca Strobel says he was mocked with slurs, humiliated by staff, and arrested — all for using the restroom conservatives say he should use.
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WorldPride 2025 in DC: The Ultimate Celebration Guide
From star-studded concerts to historic marches, here’s what’s lighting up the nation’s capital for WorldPride weekend.
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The Man Who Launched D.C. Pride
Grand Marshal Deacon Maccubbin’s 1975 block party set the stage for WorldPride 2025 — and everything in between.
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WorldPride 2025 Calls for Global LGBTQ Solidarity
InterPride co-president Ymania Brown urges attendees to celebrate, resist, and carry the spirit of Pride across borders.
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Shakira Cancels WorldPride Concert Appearance in D.C.
Shakira’s last-minute WorldPride cancellation follows a similar move to cancel her Boston concert over stage safety issues.
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Tennessee Teen Sues After LGBTQ Post Triggers Suspension
A Christian school in Tennessee is being sued for suspending a student and withholding her diploma after she came out as gay on social media.
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Capital Cup Brings 1,500 LGBTQ Athletes to D.C. for WorldPride
D.C. hosts Capital Cup, as thousands of LGBTQ athletes compete in Pride Week sporting events, May 29–June 5.
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DC Queer Bar Vandalized in Suspected Hate Crime
Sinners and Saints, a safe space for Queer and trans people of color, was broken into during Black Pride weekend. Owners react with defiance.
