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Trump admin proposed rule would eliminate health care protections for transgender people
The U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) on Friday announced a proposed rule change that would roll back an Obama-era policy protecting transgender people from discrimination in health care.
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In historic firsts, Lori Lightfoot becomes Chicago's new mayor
Lori Lightfoot was sworn in Monday as Chicago's 56th mayor, becoming the first black woman and first openly gay mayor to hold the office.
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Rep. Dan Lipinski says he'll vote for LGBT protections bill Equality Act
Illinois Representative Dan Lipinski on Wednesday announced that he will vote for the Equality Act.
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Pete Buttigieg launches LGBT Pride merchandise
Presidential hopeful Pete Buttigieg's campaign has started selling LGBT Pride merchandise.
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Trump's 'conscience rule' for healthcare workers would discriminate against LGBT, critics say
Critics of President Donald Trump's "conscience rule" for healthcare providers say it would allow discrimination based on sexual orientation and gender identity.
