Media Matters Sues Far-Right Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton
Media Matters for America, a progressive media watchdog, has filed a lawsuit against Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton, accusing him of violating the First Amendment. This legal action comes after Paxton’s investigation into Media Matters followed the group’s critical reporting on X, the social media platform previously known as Twitter.
No, Moana Isn’t Trans — But Conservatives Are Losing Their Minds Anyways
Right-wingers are losing their minds over a satirical video that claims the Disney princess Moana will be transgender in the movie’s unconfirmed sequel.
Teen Accused of Killing Transgender Girl Takes Stand in Defense, Blames Codefendant for Murder
One of two teens accused of killing Brianna Ghey took the stand in her defense in a Manchester Crown Court last week, admitting she plotted with another boy to kill the transgender teen but blaming her codefendant for the actual murder, according to court records reported by the Manchester Evening News and other media outlets.
San Francisco’s Transgender Income Assistance Program Faces Legal Challenge
Opponents of social support programs are attacking several measures in California that provide money to those in need. The Californians for Equal Rights Foundation, San Francisco resident Ruth Parker, and former mayoral candidate Ellen Lee Zhou have filed a lawsuit against San Francisco’s pilot Guaranteed Income for Trans People (GIFT) program. The lawsuit, reported by …
Kate McKinnon Makes a Christmas Wish to Host ‘SNL’
Kate McKinnon has gotten her Christmas wish (and ours) — she’s hosting Saturday Night Live this weekend.
Argentina’s New President Alarms LGBTQ+ Activists With Closure of Diversity Ministry
Javier Milei, the new, far-right president of Argentina, has eliminated the nation’s Women, Gender and Diversity Ministry.
Post, the Social Media Company, Is Being Praised for Protecting LGBTQ+ Users From Bigots
In an effort to make more users feel welcomed and safe using the app, the social media company Post has updated its policies to bolster protections for members of the LGBTQ+ community, particularly transgender users. Post’s content rules now explicitly outline protections for LGBTQ+ people on the platform.
Andre Braugher’s Onscreen Husband Pays Tribute to the Late Actor
The entertainment world is in mourning following the passing of Andre Braugher, the acclaimed actor renowned for his role as Captain Raymond Holt in the sitcom Brooklyn Nine-Nine. Braugher died Tuesday at the age of 61 after a brief illness. Among the heartfelt tributes from colleagues and fans, a special homage came from his onscreen …
60+ Groups Are Spreading Anti-LGBTQ+ Pseudoscience Across the Country: Report
The Southern Poverty Law Center, which tracks hate and extremist groups, has unveiled a new report exposing the intricate network of far-right entities propagating anti-LGBTQ+ pseudoscience.
Poland Must Legally Recognize Same-Sex Couples, European Human Rights Court Rules
The European Court of Human Rights has ruled that Poland is violating the rights of same-sex couples by refusing to offer legal recognition.
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