LGBTQ+

Montana lawmakers cross the aisle to block a trans bathroom ban in the state capitol
Some Republicans joined Democrats in rejecting the measure, which would have restricted bathroom access. Rep. Zooey Zephyr, Montana's first openly transgender legislator, won a second term last month.
Transgender powerlifter asks Minnesota Supreme Court to let her compete in women’s events
Attorneys for a transgender athlete have urged the Minnesota Supreme Court to allow her to compete in the women’s division at powerlifting events, saying she’s protected against discrimination by the Minnesota Human Rights Act.
A GOP lawmaker introduces a Capitol bathroom rule before her trans colleague arrives
South Carolina Rep. Nancy Mace says the resolution aims to protect women's rights. Democratic Rep.-elect Sarah McBride, the first out trans person elected to Congress, has slammed it as a distraction.