LGBTQ+ Stories You Should Know About

A Landmark Election Night for LGBTQ+ Equality

The 2025 elections delivered major wins for LGBTQ+ candidates and our movement, a clear rebuke of anti-equality rhetoric nationwide. See the full election night tracker here!

In Virginia, Joshua Cole and Lindsey Dougherty secured crucial victories in the House of Delegates, helping expand one of the largest pro-equality majorities the state has seen in decades. Their wins — along with several other endorsed candidates — show that homophobia and transphobia didn’t stop voters from choosing progress.

In Pennsylvania, Erica Deuso made history in Downingtown, becoming one of the few out transgender mayors elected in the U.S and the first in Pennsylvania history! Her community-driven campaign proved once again that when trans people run, they win.

Jim McGreevey (Jersey City Mayor), Alejandra Salinas (Houston City Council), and Thad Flowers (Atlanta City Council) are all heading to runoffs — and will need strong support to get across the finish line in these potentially history-making races.

Ohio voters also elected several Victory Fund-endorsed candidates, and dozens more LGBTQ+ leaders secured wins in local races across the country, demonstrating the momentum of pro-equality leadership at every level of government.

And importantly, many pro-equality allies won their races despite escalating anti-trans attacks — a powerful reminder that voters across the nation are rejecting hate and embracing inclusive leadership.

Redistricting Threat Paused — But Sharice Davids Could Face Another Fight in January

Kansas lawmakers have for now dropped their push to convene a special legislative session aimed at redrawing congressional maps to target Representative Davids, after failing to secure enough support in the House to override a veto or call a session without the governor.

That said, the fight isn’t over: leadership in the state Senate has already flagged redistricting as a “top priority” when the legislature reconvenes in January, meaning another attempt may be just around the corner. Watch Rep. Davids’ update here!

Supreme Court Poised to Decide Whether to Revisit Marriage Equality

Today the Supreme Court of the United States will decide whether to accept a petition asking them to review the landmark Obergefell v. Hodges ruling that legalized marriage equality nationwide. The petition, led by Kim Davis — the former Kentucky clerk who became a conservative hero after refusing to issue marriage licenses to LGBTQ+ couples — argues the decision was “egregiously wrong.”

Several states have submitted resolutions urging the Court revisit Obergefell. A decision on whether to hear the case could come early next week.

U.S. Congresswoman Sarah McBride Endorses Angie Craig for Minnesota’s Open U.S. Senate Seat!

U.S. Congresswoman Sarah McBride has officially endorsed Congresswoman Angie Craig in her campaign for Minnesota’s open U.S. Senate seat! Watch as they highlight Craig’s record of pragmatic leadership, pro-equality values, and commitment to working families.

Victory Fund President & CEO Evan Low on the Chief Influencer Podcast

Victory Fund President & CEO Evan Low joined the Chief Influencer podcast to discuss what authentic leadership looks like in today’s polarized political climate. In the episode, Evan reflects on how to build common ground across ideological divides, lead with integrity, and inspire a new generation of public servants to step up and serve their communities. Listen to the full episode here!