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Mayor Zohran Mamdani speaks into a microphone and stands before a rainbow LGBTQ+ Pride flag.
Politics

Zohran Mamdani’s Pride Month message to LGBTQ+ New Yorkers: We’ll protect you from Trump

At his Pride reception, the mayor spoke exclusively with The Advocate about solidarity with LGBTQ+ residents and attacks on transgender health care.

Ballroom performers at New York City Hall.
News

Ballroom culture shines at New York City Hall Pride celebration

The legislative chamber became a runway as performers and advocates received their flowers at the Council's first Pride Ball.

​A mannequin displays an LGBTQ+ Pride shirt in a London storefront.
Culture & Lifestyle

11 brands not backing down from Pride this year

Not all companies are walking back their support for the LGBTQ+ community in 2026. These businesses are leaning in.

​An LGBTQ+ Pride flag flies outside the Massachusetts State House on June 3, 2026.

The 5 worst states for LGBTQ+ Americans

A new business climate index found lower-ranked states falling further behind while top-performing states continue strengthening LGBTQ+ protections.

President Donald Trump delivers remarks at the Oval Office on June 3, 2026.
Politics

Federal judge rules that states can challenge Trump’s campaign against transgender kids

The ruling allows 16 states and D.C., to continue fighting federal efforts to investigate providers and restrict access to gender-affirming care.

A trans flag is drawn in chalk on a wall at Wellesley College, located in Wellesley, Mass.
Culture & Lifestyle

10 of the most queer-friendly colleges for students seeking a rural campus experience

Here's a list of welcoming schools stretching from the agrarian Midwest to coastal New England.

A person smiles for a selfie.
Health

This Trans Day of Visibility, help these 5 trans people afford gender-affirming surgery costs

You can contribute to these fundraising campaigns online through GoFundMe.

a person holds a sign that reads honey stonewall was the warning
News

Gay activist launches Stonewall Monument camera campaign to monitor NYC Pride flag site

The cameras would keep an eye on the Manhattan historic site that celebrates the LGBTQ+ community.