News & Commentary about Transgender Rights

The ACLU works in courts, legislatures, and communities to defend and preserve the individual rights and liberties that the Constitution and the laws of the United States guarantee everyone in this country.

Transgender Pride flag on shoulder of a military camouflage uniform.

Oct 16, 2023

Congress is Trying to Deny Health Care to Transgender Veterans

POSED BY MODEL A young girl using a mobile phone.

Oct 5, 2023

Internet Censorship Won't Make Kids Safe

A group of young demonstrators holding ACLU signs that say Trans People Belong.

Sep 7, 2023

How I Fought for Trans Justice This Summer

Aug 30, 2023

How Mastercard is Endangering Sex Workers

A young child holds up a sign reading "PROTECT TRANS KIDS, PROTECT ME - luke, age 9" at a Trans Pride March.

Jun 30, 2023

What Trans Youth Want You to Know

A photo of ACLU client and Brandt v Rutledge plaintiff Dylan Brandt.

Jun 29, 2023

How We’re Winning The Fight to Defend Trans Rights

Protest sign that reads "abortion is essential healthcare"

Jun 22, 2023

A Year Without Roe: Your Stories

Jun 15, 2023

These Queer Lawmakers Will Not Be Silenced

Jun 14, 2023

Showing Up for Trans Students in Virginia

Jun 8, 2023

We're Here to Stay: Black Trans Futures