Billie Jean King: History, Activism, and Education
Billie Jean King confronts historical erasure, champions activism, and returns to college to complete her history degree. A political enthusiast, she empowers youth through historical understanding.
Gay Asylum Seeker’s Release: Trump Admin’s Role
Andry Hernández Romero, a gay Venezuelan asylum seeker, was released after deportation to El Salvador under Trump. Advocates condemn the administration's actions and fight for immigrant justice. A prisoner swap was negotiated.
Stonewall Monument: Transgender Erasure & LGBT History
Trump administration erased transgender figures from the Stonewall National Monument website, rewriting history and narrowing who belongs in the LGBT narrative. Bisexual & transgender roles crucial at Stonewall.
Court Blocks Trump’s NIH Grant Cuts: Discrimination Claim Upheld
A federal judge blocked the Trump administration's NIH grant cancellations, citing racial & LGBTQ+ discrimination. The cuts targeted research on diverse populations, sparking lawsuits from scientists & public health groups.
Senator Padilla Incident: Military Crackdown & Civil Liberties
Senator Alex Padilla was forcibly detained during a Homeland Security press conference, sparking outrage. The incident raises concerns about federal overreach and the suppression of dissent, fueling civil liberties debates.
Trump Era Attacks on LGBTQ+ Health Care & Preventative Services
Court cases threaten LGBTQ+ healthcare and preventative services under ACA, potentially empowering the Trump administration to restrict access to care and LGBTQ+ rights. Attacks on wellness treatment must stay watchful.
LGBTQ+ Rights: Political Power & Resistance Amidst Trump’s Policies
Equality PAC Gala affirms LGBTQ+ political power amidst Trump's policies targeting trans rights. Lawmakers vow resistance and support, highlighting the fight for equality and inclusion. Transgender members serve with honor.
LGBTQ+ Rights Under Attack: Equality PAC & National Pride Gala
Equality PAC's National Pride Gala, featuring Dionne Warwick, addresses escalating attacks on LGBTQ+ rights under Trump, supporting diverse representation in politics and celebrating allies like Eugene Levy.
Trump’s Transgender Rights Attacks & Newsom’s LGBTQ+ Stance
Trump escalates attacks on transgender rights, threatening California's funding over a transgender athlete. Newsom faces backlash for his LGBTQ+ stance. Wiggins covers the policy impact.
LGBTQ+ Rights: Trump Admin Deportation Case & Christopher Wiggins’ Reporting
Gay Guatemalan deported by Trump administration seeks intervention. Christopher Wiggins reports on LGBTQ+ rights and the impact of public policy. Case highlights issues with deportation processes.
Trump’s Deportation Blocked: LGBTQ+ Rights & Policy
The Supreme Court blocked Trump's deportation policy affecting Venezuelan migrants & LGBTQ+ asylum seekers. Christopher Wiggins covers the intersection of policy, politics, and LGBTQ+ lives.
Trump Admin Cuts LGBTQ+ Suicide Prevention Lifeline Funding?
Trump administration's proposed budget cuts threaten funding for the 988 LGBTQ+ youth suicide prevention lifeline, sparking outrage from lawmakers who call for the decision to be reversed. The service supports vulnerable youth in crisis.
Trump Staffer Collapses During Transphobic Rant on Fox News
Camryn Kinsey, ex-Trump staffer, collapsed on Fox News after a transphobic rant targeting the Biden-Harris administration. The incident followed her echoing anti-LGBTQ+ slogans.
Trump Admin & Transgender Troops: Legal Battles & Personal Stories
Trump administration policies targeting transgender troops face legal challenges. Personal stories highlight the strength and readiness of transgender service members amidst discrimination and policy changes.
LGBTQ+ Health Funding Cuts & Protest
HHS funding cuts impact HIV/STI programs, leading to LGBTQ+ community die-in. Advocacy groups protest loss of research, housing, mental health, and Medicaid, impacting LGBTQ+ lives.
WorldPride Events Moved Amidst Concerns Over LGBTQ+ Rights
WorldPride events in D.C. face relocation from the Kennedy Center due to concerns over LGBTQ+ rights under the Trump administration. Artists and activists protest cultural purge.
Transgender Military Ban Faces Skeptical Judges
A US court reviews the Trump administration's transgender military ban, facing arguments over deployability, identity, and potential constitutional violations. The policy's logic and impact on service members are questioned.