BREAKING: Today, the Supreme Court upheld discriminatory, anti-trans sports bans in West Virginia and Idaho, allowing these states to leave transgender student athletes behind simply for who they are. All kids deserve the freedom to be, to play, and to belong. Full stop.

Hello from Capitol Hill with our friends at @transequality.bsky.social, @aidsunited.bsky.social, and the National LGBTQ Task Force! Thank you to @klobuchar.senate.gov and @coons.senate.gov for a great conversation with us about the fight for LGBTQ+ equality.

All of us at @hrc.org are holding Barney Frank’s husband, family, and loved ones in our hearts as we honor his life of service. My full statement:

Our hearts are with all affected by the senseless shooting at the Islamic Center of San Diego. No one should have to fear for their life in a house of worship, a school, or anywhere else. Everyone deserves to be safe in their communities.

Enough. Voters are ready to get free from hate, free from discrimination, free from the chaos holding this country back. November is coming, and @hrc.org has a plan to win. Let's get free, y'all.

Human Rights Campaign@hrc.org · 4mo ago

LET’S GET FREE! Here’s how we’re mobilizing 74 MILLION Equality Voters nationwide this fall: hrc.im/getfree

The office of the President of the United States used to mean something. Dignity, respect, the promise of freedom for every community — no matter who you are. It was leaders like President Barack Obama and First Lady Michelle Obama. They will always embody the best of America.

This moment should serve as a wake-up call to every American who cares about civil liberties: When journalists can be detained for covering protests, none of us are safe. None of us are free.

Human Rights Campaign@hrc.org · 6mo ago

Donald Trump and Pam Bondi are at war with freedom in America.

We need leaders who treat everyone with dignity, give everyone the chance to thrive, and advance equality for all. Just as they did in states like Virginia and New Jersey last November, voters are going to reject anti-trans fearmongering and send a clear message this year: Equality wins.

Human Rights Campaign@hrc.org · 7mo ago

In 2023, HRC declared a national state of emergency for LGBTQ+ Americans. One year into this Trump administration, LGBTQ+ people are suffering more than ever. But one thing remains clear: Equality is still a winning issue — and we are ready to turn the tide this November.

NEW DATA: As we round out the first year of the Trump administration, the Human Rights Campaign Foundation surveyed nearly 15,000 Americans on LGBTQ+ topics. Here’s what we found:

Renee Nicole Good was a wife. A mother. A member of our community. And she should still be here.

Distraught woman says ICE killed her wife in video after deadly Minneapolis shooting

“They killed my wife,” the distraught woman says, adding, “They shot her in the head.”

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When ICE occupies our streets, no community is safe.

What better way to start 2026 than suing the Trump administration? That’s right: HRC Foundation is launching a class action on behalf of federal workers and their families. We will not sit back and let these dedicated public servants lose vital health care coverage without a fight.

Federal employees file complaint against Trump administration's ban on gender-affirming care

The Trump administration faces a legal complaint from government employees over a new policy eliminating coverage for gender-affirming care in federal health insurance programs.

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Last night, equality voters sent a clear message: Americans in every town and city have had enough of fear, division, and the politics of hate.

Republican ousted by Democrat in Georgia

Mary Robichaux, a former Democratic member of the Georgia House of Representatives won the Roswell mayoral election with 53 percent of the votes, beating the incumbent Kurt Wilson, who garnered 47 per...

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On #TransDayOfRemembrance, we honor our trans siblings lost to fatal violence and their impact. We will not stop fighting until trans people are not just able to survive, but thrive and live safe, full, and joyful lives. May our collective grief, reflection, and action lead to a better future.

Being the President of @hrc.org is one of my greatest honors, but no honor is more important to me than being the wife of Becky George and the mother to our children.

The foundation of our democracy rests on inclusive representation and everyone having equal access to the ballot box. The VRA opened doors for millions of Americans, particularly Black Americans, to have their voices heard. We'll never stop fighting, alongside our partners, to protect our freedom.

Legal Defense Fund @legaldefensefund.bsky.social · 10mo ago

And that’s a wrap! After two hours of argument, @janainelson.bsky.social, our clients, and legal team joined our rally on the steps of SCOTUS to urge the justices to protect the VRA & rights of voters across the country!

All of us at @hrc.org feel a profound sense of loss at the passing of Miss Major Griffin-Gracy. Sending our deepest love and sympathies to those who survive her, including her partner, Beck Witt Major, and her five children.

Human Rights Campaign@hrc.org · 10mo ago

We remember trans icon and civil rights advocate Miss Major Griffin-Gracy. A pillar in our community, Miss Major's lifetime of challenging work fundamentally changed and improved the lives of so many — especially Black trans women. Our statement from HRC President @kelleyjrobinson.bsky.social:

This administration continues to abuse its power to make life harder for Americans—from attacking our health care and eroding public education to undermining our freedom of speech and trust in our government at large. No one should be able to silence those who disagree with them.

Trump orders crackdown on 'domestic terrorists' in escalation of a campaign against political rivals

President Donald Trump is directing his administration to crack down on funders of what his officials dubbed “left-wing terrorism,” naming two top Democratic donors as he alleged, without evidence, a ...

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Trey Reed lit up a room when he walked in. He was a Black student at Delta State, and family and friends say he was a kind soul with a bright future. We know the generational history of racial violence in Mississippi and at Delta State. A full investigation must be followed — full stop.

With National Coming Out Day less than a month away, we’ve highlighted five things you can do RIGHT NOW to show your pride and support for LGBTQ+ equality. Mark your calendars for National Coming Out Day on October 11, and head to hrc.im/comingout to join us in celebrating the beauty of coming out.

No one deserves the violence and dehumanization Alice Correia Barbosa endured at the hands of the federal government. And we know targeting immigrants and LGBTQ+ people are not unrelated. It’s all part of Donald Trump’s coordinated attack on liberty and justice.

DHS plans to deport transgender Brazilian woman arrested in Md.

ICE agents removed Alice Correia Barbosa from her car on Aug. 23

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As a mom who just sent little ones back to school and as a woman of faith, I am devastated that yet again children are dead and more are fighting for their lives after being gunned down at a church and school. How many more of our babies must die before Congress gets weapons of war off our streets?

Every child should be safe in their communities, free from gun violence. As a mom and a person of faith, I'm heartbroken for these families and I'm furious that this carnage continues in America. Our hearts are with the victims and we demand that lawmakers take commonsense action to end this horror.

Everytown for Gun Safety@everytown.org · 12mo ago

Enough is enough. Our children deserve to live freely and safely in their schools and places of worship without the threat of gun violence. Our hearts are with the entire Minneapolis community as they grapple with this horrific act of mass gun violence.

@hrc.org is hitting the road to share stories that expose the truth, affirm life, and demand justice. Stories like a worsening public health crisis in Ohio following last year's state ban on health care for trans youth. This week, we kicked off our American Dreams Tour in Columbus.

Human Rights Campaign@hrc.org · last yr.

As the American Dreams Tour begins in Columbus, we are spotlighting the attacks on health care access in Ohio. As @equitas-health.bsky.social President & CEO, David Ernesto Munar, and HRC’s own @kelleyjrobinson.bsky.social write, when access to care becomes a political weapon, EVERYONE loses.

Let’s remind this country what’s always been true: WE are the American Dream. Your story, your joy, your dream—they all matter. Share them with us using our official filter and become a part of the American Dreams Tour: AmericanDreamsHRC.org

Our community lost a giant this week. May Andrea's legacy continue guiding us forward with compassion, resilience, and hope. Rest in power.

Human Rights Campaign@hrc.org · last yr.

Andrea Gibson was an iconic weaver of words and fierce advocate for our community through their works. Our hearts go out to their family and friends. Rest In Power.

@lambdalegalceo.bsky.social is spot on. Where would we be had our ancestors waited until the time was "right" to demand their civil liberties? We must carry their fight forward — now. Our communities deserve it and the moment demands it.

Kevin Jennings@lambdalegalceo.bsky.social · last yr.

"If history teaches us anything, it is that you can’t wait until the U.S. is “ready” for civil rights: You must advocate, educate and litigate to help the country get ready... You choose cases based on whether they’re right — not whether they are popular. That’s how you create change." My latest ⬇️