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Donald Trump made an awkward photoshoot even more awkward on Monday when he tried to enlist a "DoorDash grandma" in his crusade against trans women in sports. The photo-op was designed to highlight a "no tax on tips" initiative, featuring Arkansas DoorDash driver Sharon Simmons. But when Trump tried to ask Simmons what she thought about "men" playing women's sports, she didn't take the bait. A new budget proposal from the Trump administration would increase funding to fight "domestic terrorism," including "gender extremism." Here's what we know about the plan. We've got those stories and much more in today's newsletter. If you enjoy our coverage, please consider supporting our work by becoming an Advocate member . Your contributions help fund more LGBTQ+ journalism. Until next time, The Advocate team Trump’s new budget turns the FBI into the gender police Kentucky Gov. Andy Beshear to be honored for standing against anti-LGBTQ+ laws Trump asked an American worker about trans athletes at the White House. It backfired spectacularly LGBTQ+ Christians invited to speak at Baylor University to counter Turning Point USA event Idaho’s governor forces doctors & teachers to out trans youth despite abuse risks Ruby Rose alleges she was sexually assaulted by Katy Perry; singer denies Viktor Orbán won't be the last anti-LGBTQ+ strongman to topple
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