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The new policies from Florida prison officials come in response to SB245, which bans gender-affirming care for minors and the use of state funds on any gender-affirming prescriptions or surgical procedures.

The power duo also stands accused of misogyny, bullying, and intimidation by tens of former and current employees.

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Gay men and transgender folks were targeted most as hate crimes against the LGBTQ+ community rose 45 percent in the past year.

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Some of these cities welcome LGBTQ+ travelers while others punish same-sex sexual relations with the death penalty.

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The proposed guidelines would restrict pronoun usage, restroom access, and uniform choice.

Joseph Benza III, 36, admitted to an incident in February, 2023 where he followed a transgender man in his car for nearly two miles before brutally attacking him.

"He intended to commit mass shootings at two locations – destroying countless lives and devastating our community – all because of his fanatical hatred for gay people," one prosecutor said.