Nov 25, 2025
Family, this week on Queer News Anna DeShawn continues to bring you the stories that matter most to our community. In top news, the community gathered to celebrate the life of Miss Major in New York City at Riverside Church then the church decided to abruptly end the services an hour early. In politics, 17 trans Air Force members are suing Trump for their retirement benefits. In culture and entertainment, Anna has a special interview with Cathy Renna about the 2026 Creating Change convening taking place in DC. Let's get into it.
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This Week’s Top Story
Miss Major’s Memorial Ends Abruptly
A memorial organized by G.L.I.T.S. & Black Trans Liberation Kitchen in New York City at Riverside Church was a beautiful celebration of Miss Major’s life and legacy. The church abruptly ended her services an hour early without notice and to the shock of everyone in attendance. After the announcement, Qween Jean began to chant “Major Power” to take back the power in the room. May Miss Major live on forever and ever 🙏🏾
This Week In Politics
Trangender Members of the Air Force Take Legal Action Against the Government
A group of 17 trangender members of the military gathered to sue the government for a loss of retirement pay. Up to 2 million dollars is on the line here for these individuals as people who serve in the air force for 15-18 years are guaranteed retirement pay for life (including healthcare. In the light of Trump's bill earlier this year that sought to remove trans people from the military, The Air Force said that affected members who served 15-18 years could apply for a waiver that would grant them the retirement plan. They then denied them their retirement benefits.
This Week In Entertainment and Culture
Cathy Renna Talks Creating Change 2026
Anna DeShawn and Cathy discuss the essential power of the Creating Change gathering. This 38th annual event is crucial for activists who need to recharge their spirit and find their people.
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