"Minter shepherded the first of four lawsuits through the courts to overturn Trump's first ban on transgender service members in the military; he earned a preliminary injunction that lasted until President Joe Biden overturned the ban."
"Ricardo Martinez, executive director of GLAD Law, said what strikes him about listening to Minter in court is his conviction. His steadiness comes from operating squarely within the truth: that the Constitution's promise is real, the American dream belongs to all of us."
"Minter has a soft core, a brilliant mind, and a love for all beings that radiates even in a courtroom. He reminds us why this work matters and what it looks like to serve something greater than yourself."
Shannon Minter, Legal Director for the National Center for LGBTQ Rights, is recognized in Time's 100 Most Influential People for 2026. He has led significant legal challenges against anti-trans policies, including lawsuits against Trump's bans on transgender military service. Minter's work reflects a commitment to justice and the belief that the Constitution's promises apply to all. His colleagues praise his conviction and ability to inspire others in the pursuit of equality and justice for the LGBTQ+ community.
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