J. K. Rowling is a loser
Says Pedro Pascal. Also, more good news!
Girls, Gays, Theys, & Allies,
Yoyoyo! It’s your trans friend, KB Brookins. I’m back again with some good trans news. Let’s get into it!
Trans News That Doesn’t Suck: The Videos
At a time when queer history is under attack, Invisible Histories is creating a permanent LGBTQ+ archive in Charlotte, NC. Yay!
This new archive, opening in 2026, will not only house materials honoring Southern LGBTQ history but also serve as a research center and educational hub for the community. The group is also expanding its reach into other Southern states— ensuring that LGBTQ+ histories are documented, preserved, and made accessible for years to come. 🏳️⚧️📚
Donate to this ongoing effort here.
Two states just passed big wins for trans + abortion rights. Colorado codified gender-affirming care, strengthened protections in education, AND enshrined abortion rights into its constitution. A publication in Washington released a guide to protections for trans/GNC people— and minors in the state seeking gender-affirming care are now shielded from interference by estranged parents.
We love to see it. If you’re not in CO or WA, contact your state representatives to get them on board. Use these states as an example!
Now, onto a list of good trans news.
Trans News That Doesn’t Suck: The List
Pedro Pascal called known transphobe J.K. Rowling a heinous loser.
Thousands of protesters rally in London against their Supreme Court’s anti-trans ruling.
1300 British writers (including Michaela Coel) stand in solidarity with trans people in the wake of the UK’s anti-trans Supreme Court ruling. Also, more than 400 actors and industry staff joined them.
Trump’s anti-trans passport policy has been blocked by a judge. Yay!
Iowa businesses stand in solidarity with trans people. This is more incentive to support small businesses, y’all!
An all-trans comedy tour called “Here to Pee” is going to every state in the U.S. Get tickets here!
Minnesota’s attorney general is suing the Trump administration to protect trans kids. Woo!!!
A new scholarship fund, named in memory of SOPHIE, is open to trans & nonbinary creators of electronic music. This warms my heart!
Canada’s Liberal Party secured a victory in their federal election over a transphobe. Yay!
Spokane WA’s city council passed a measure protecting gender affirming care. Go Washington!
Robert De Niro’s daughter came out as trans, and De Niro was nothing but supportive. His daughter also shared that Black women influenced her coming out.
British cosmetic brand Lush launched a multi-country campaign that aims to counter the negative representation of trans people. Shoutout to them for standing in solidarity with us even in the face of backlash!
A new 19th News/SurveyMonkey poll shows that the number of people who don’t want politicians to focus on trans issues has grown among both Democrats and Republicans.
That’s all the news I have for you this week. What did I miss? Is there any other good news you’d like to share? Let me know in the comments.
Till next time,
KB
so good to hear about the passport ban being blocked!
I literally just started my own substack to help spread trans joy and then I find this :O