Calls to LGBTQ crisis lines spiked after President Donald Trump’s election. His policies target health care for young transgender people, creating uncertainty for a vulnerable community. A spate of recent policy decisions by the Trump administration targeting transgender youth has led to an escalating mental health crisis among an already vulnerable population, experts and advocates say.
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U.S. Dept. of Education Announces Investigation of San Jose State for Allowing Transgender Volleyball Player
SJSU, the University of Pennsylvania and the Massachusetts high school athletic association are cited as violators of President Trump's Feb. 5 executive order banning transgender athletes. The N.C.A.A. changed its position immediately, citing the President's order.
Judge Allows San Jose State Transgender Volleyball Player to Compete
A federal judge on Monday ruled that the San Jose State volleyball player, who is at the center of a controversy over transgender athletes, can participate in a women’s volleyball conference tournament this week. An appeals court judge today rejected an appeal of that ruling.
Supporters Gather for Murdered San Jose Transgender Woman
Natalia Smüt, 24, a transgender woman and drag artist from San Jose, was known for her motivating and creative spirit and captivating performances.
Transgender Activists, Allies in Silicon Valley Protest Trump Policy: ‘We Will Not be Erased’
South Bay trans advocates joined a nationwide campaign protesting a Trump administration proposal to narrow the definition of gender.
South Bay’s First Transgender Health Clinic Set to Open This Fall
Santa Clara County will soon have a free health clinic dedicated to serving transgender and gender non-conforming patients.
Santa Clara County Accepting Applications for Transgender Services Program Manager
Santa Clara County as accepting applications for a program manager for transgender services, a position funded in the 2018-19 fiscal year budget.
Supervisor Yeager Slams Trump on Transgender Bathroom Stance
Santa Clara County’s first openly gay elected official rebuked President Donald Trump for rescinding protections for transgender students.
CA Dem Convention Reaffirms Transgender Community’s Rights
Delegates at the California Democratic Convention held last month in San Jose reaffirmed the rights of transgender people.
New Book Shares Stories of Transgender Women Serving Time in Men’s Prisons
In her latest project, journalist Kristin Schreier Lyseggen offers a rare glimpse of the trauma inflicted upon trans women behind bars.
Trump Jumps at Chance for Confrontation in CA Over Immigration
The situation has all the elements that the president seeks: a showdown with a top political rival in a deep blue state over an issue core to his agenda
Citizens Drive for Hours to Speak in Sacramento, then Lawmakers Cut Them Off
As lawmakers rush through thousands of bills in Sacramento and make decisions in secret, regular Californians are often silenced.
State Sent Californians’ Personal Health Data to LinkedIn
The state’s health insurance exchange transmitted pregnancy and domestic abuse data during a marketing campaign.
Judge Rules Trump Can’t Cut Off School Funds in Anti-DEI Campaign
California receives $2.4 billion in federal Title I money for low-income schools, about $1.3 billion for special education and $250 million for after-school programs, among other grants.
Gov. Newsom’s MAGA-curious Podcast Mystifies Democrats
Gov. Gavin Newsom’s podcast launch baffles allies and critics alike as the governor disappears from public events, raising questions about his leadership priorities and political future.
Man Gets 15-to-life for Trans Partner Murder
The case is believed to be the first prosecution of transgender domestic violence homicide in Santa Clara County.
