Welcome to our weekly roundup of political issues that affect the LGBTQ+ community.
- On Monday morning, the U.S. Supreme Court announced it would review the constitutionality of Chiles v. Salazar, a case challenging Colorado’s 2019 ban on conversion therapy for minors.
- During a House hearing, Rep. Keith Self (R-Texas) repeatedly misgendered Rep. Sarah McBride (D-Del.), sparking backlash. McBride, who has faced GOP attacks since taking office, reaffirmed her focus on serving Delaware and advancing key policies on family leave, consumer protections, and voting rights.
- Chicago Women in Trades is suing the Trump administration over executive orders restricting DEI, arguing they threaten free speech and limit opportunities for women in trades.
- Republican lawmakers, including Lindsey Graham (R-S.C.), Josh Hawley (R-Mo.) and Lauren Boebert (R-Colo.), are demanding that the International Olympic Committee ban transgender women from competing in the 2028 Summer Olympics in Los Angeles.
- In Texas, state Rep. Tom Oliverson has introduced a bill that would effectively make it illegal to identify as transgender on official documents.