Transgender
Idaho Governor Bans Trans People From Changing Birth Certificate Gender
"The policy was unconstitutional two years ago, and it is still unconstitutional today," Lambda Legal attorney Kara Ingelhart told Newsweek.
The Unexpected Ways the Coronavirus Is Hurting The Trans Community
Trans people and other vulnerable communities have additional burdens beyond hoarding toilet paper as society reacts to the spreading coronavirus pandemic.
Trans Youths Uncomfortable Disclosing Gender Identity to Healthcare Workers
Dr. Gina Sequeira told Newsweek she carried out the study after hearing a patient's "horrifying" experience with a pediatrician.
Dwyane Wade Talks About Trans Daughter Zaya Coming Out on 'GMA'
Wade and his wife Gabrielle Union recently introduced their daughter on social media and opened up about her gender identity.
'Zaya' Trends After Wade and Union Introduce Trans Daughter to the World
Former basketball player Dwyane Wade and his wife, actress Gabrielle Union, introduced their trans daughter, Zaya, to the world Tuesday. much to the delight of supportive social media users. "It's OK to listen to, love & respect your children exactly as they are," Union tweeted.
Transgender People With Gender Dysphoria Could Have 'Rare' Gene Variants
Scientists studied the DNA of 30 transgender people.
GOP Lawmaker Compares Nazi Experiments to Gender Confirmation Surgery
Fred Deutsch, who represents South Dakota's 4th District in the state House, is trying to pass a bill banning surgery on transgender children under the age of 16.
Trump Judge Rejects Trans Woman's Motion for Correct Pronouns to Be Used
Judge Stuart Kyle Duncan referred to Kathrine Nicole Jett as "he" throughout his advisory opinion on her motion filing.
Arizona Republican Proposes Trio of Anti-Transgender Laws
An Arizona Republican state representative has proposed three new laws aimed at transgender people for the upcoming legislative session.
J.K. Rowling Slammed as a 'TERF' for Supporting Researcher
"I'm not usually one to rely on your books for political analogy, because they're for children, obviously, but I think it's appropriate to make an exception in this case: You've just joined the Death Eaters," comedian Avery Edison quipped in response to Rowling's tweet.
NYC Taxi Commission Issues Advisory to Drivers on Passengers' Pronouns
The Taxi and Limousine Commission sent an email to drivers reminding them to defer to a passenger's preferred pronouns, or use gender-neutral pronouns if the passenger's pronouns are unknown.
Missouri Senator Says Trans Athletes Must Compete Against 'Biological Sex'
A resolution in the Missouri Senate would only allow high school transgender athletes to compete with those who share the gender they were born as in statewide events.
Transgender People with Gender Dysphoria' May Have Brain Differences
Other experts in the field have said the theory should be regarded with caution.
Evangelical Pastor Blasts School's Decision on Transgender Access
Evangelist Franklin Graham expressed his outrage over an Ohio school district's decision to allow transgender students unrestricted locker room access in a pair of tweets.
Trans Day of Remembrance: 311 Trans People Murdered This Year, Report Says
On this International Trans Day of Remembrance, a new report says 311 trans people were murdered worldwide this year.
Scientists Have Carried Out the Biggest Ever Study on Transgender Children
Researchers spoke to transgender children across North America for their study.
Lawmaker Proposes Making It Illegal to Medically Change a Child's Gender
Georgia State Rep Ginny Ehrhart announced her sponsorship of the "Vulnerable Child Protection Act" on Wednesday. The bill would make it illegal to "radically change" the gender of a child through surgery or drugs. But critics say that such surgeries aren't happening in Georgia—let alone America.
Actress Rosario Dawson Accused of Attacking Trans Man
Dedrek Fine, who knew Dawson's family for years and helped renovate the actresses' home, has accused Dawson of attacking, harassing, misgendering, beating and punching him.
Backlash After Always Sanitary Products Venus Symbol Removed
Some feminists claim that the move is part of a concerted effort towards the "elimination of women's biology."
Transgender Beating Defense Attorney Out of Jail After Contempt Charge
The attorney for a Texas man accused of brutally beating a transgender woman in April has been released from jail, after a judge had earlier found him in contempt after trial "outbursts."
School District Suspends Trans Student Restroom Policy After Death Threats
Perkins County Schools suspended their policy on transgender people using identity-appropriate restrooms after the superintendent received death threats.
Another Kansas City Transgender Woman Murdered, Suspect Waited at Scene
Brianna "BB" Hill was shot and killed at 11:30 am CT on Monday in Kansas City. Hill was the second transgender person murdered in the Kansas City area this year, and is estimated to be the 21st nationwide.
Trans Comedian and Dave Chappelle Inspiration Daphne Dorman Dies Aged 44
"We'll always love you, fly high sweet angel," Dorman's sister said following the comedian's death.
Supreme Court Arguments Kick Off in LGBTQ Discrimination Cases
The Supreme Court kicked off arguments in a number of discrimination cases that could reshape the legal landscape for LGBTQ workers across the country.
YouTube Star Provokes Angry Reactions After 'Transgender' Claim
YouTube personality Trisha Paytas claims to be transgender while maintaining that she identifies strongly with her birth gender, and many are reacting negatively. This is another in what seems to be a long sequence of controversial videos and claims from Paytas.
Trans People Who Have Surgery Less Likely to Need Mental Health Treatment
The study co-author told Newsweek the findings give "strong support for providing gender-affirming care to transgender individuals who seek them."
Alaska City Allows Homeless Shelter To Turn Away Transgender Women
"Well, I guess I'll go sleep in the woods," Samantha Coyle said she thought after the homeless shelter denied her entry because she's transgender.
Florida Transgender Woman Vanishes During Layover at Dallas Airport
Pauline del Mundo, 59, was on her way to Cozumel, Mexico for a vacation. She went missing during a layover at the Dallas-Fort Worth International Airport and hasn't been heard from since.
Trans Man Loses Battle to Be Recognized As His Biological Child's Father
Freddy McConnell, who gave birth last year, says the court's ruling that he be listed as his baby's mother "upholds the view that only the most traditional forms of family are properly recognized."
Angelica Ross Quits Twitter After Pushback From Sanders, Trump Supporters
"Pose" star Angelica Ross has announced she's stepping away from social media. The transgender actress recently criticized both Bernie Sanders and Donald Trump, drawing ire from backers of both men.