Amid a ‘rainbow wave’ of LGBTQ politicians in 2022, LGBTQ elected officials talk about representation and the challenges of being a “first.”
Author: Cady Stanton, USA TODAY
‘We feel more secure’: As Respect for Marriage Act passes, same-sex couples share tentative enthusiasm
For some same-sex couples, the legislation is a bright spot at a time of rising anti-LGBTQ rhetoric and legislation.
More cities are excelling at policies on LGBTQ equality even amid hostile legislation, report finds
HRC’s annual Municipal Equality Index saw an increase in the number of cities receiving perfect scores and the highest-ever national average.
As anti-LGBTQ rhetoric grows, voter ID laws create obstacles for thousands of transgender voters
Transgender voters may face challenges to casting their ballot on Tuesday because of strict voter ID laws in some states.
‘Like a hell’: Relatives search for loved ones in Seoul after Halloween crowd surge leaves 153 dead
Two U.S. citizens were among those dead and another three were injured in the incident, the U.S. State Department confirmed Sunday.
Number of LGBTQ school board candidates has grown in 2022 amid controversial bills, report shows
The number of LGBTQ candidates for school board has more than doubled since 2018, according to data provided exclusively to USA TODAY.
Landmark trial over Arkansas’ ban on gender-affirming care for transgender youths begins
A suit is attempting to formally stop a ban on providing gender-affirming treatment to transgender youths. The case could have broad consequences.
After protests and resignations over leaked audio, what’s next for the Los Angeles City Council?
One week after an audio leaked, Los Angeles is still reeling from racial tensions laid bare and the uncertainty of its future political leadership.
After racist leaked recording, Los Angeles City Council president takes leave; Biden calls for resignations
Los Angeles City Council President Nury Martinez announced she was taking a leave of absence after the leaked audio with racist remarks was released
LA’s first Latina council president, Nury Martinez, resigns after leaked racist remarks
In the leaked audio, first reported by the Los Angeles Times, Nury Martinez makes racist comments about a fellow council member’s child and others.