Transgender Rights: Lange’s Fight for Healthcare Coverage
Sgt. Anna Lange must fight for sex reassignment coverage despite court rulings protecting transgender rights. Judge Abudu dissents, highlighting discrimination and civil rights violations.
Maddow Wins: Nunes’ Defamation Suit Dismissed
A court dismissed Devin Nunes' defamation lawsuit against Rachel Maddow and NBCUniversal. The court found no evidence of 'actual malice' in Maddow's reporting about Nunes and a Russian agent's package.
Planned Parenthood: Judge Blocks Trump-Era Medicaid Rule
A judge blocked a Trump-era rule restricting Medicaid payments to Planned Parenthood, ensuring access to healthcare for over a million people nationwide. The lawsuit continues.
Washington Anti-Trans Laws: Legal Challenge Fails
A court rejected a challenge to Washington's anti-trans laws, stating parents weren't forced to modify their parenting. Plaintiffs lacked standing, failing to prove harm from the laws.
Wisconsin Ban on Conversion Therapy Restored
Wisconsin restores ban on conversion therapy after court ruling. LGBTQ+ youth remain at risk nationally despite efforts to end this discredited practice. Economic costs are significant.
Texas Judge Rolls Back LGBTQ+ Workplace Protections
A Texas judge's ruling negates Supreme Court precedent, jeopardizing LGBTQ+ workplace protections under Title VII. The decision allows discrimination based on sexual orientation and gender identity.