Phil Weiser

Phil Weiser is Colorado’s Democratic governor-elect and former state attorney general, whose political leadership includes issues involving civil rights, constitutional law, healthcare policy and government accountability.

Following the November 2026 elections, Weiser signaled that Colorado lawmakers may need to examine and potentially modify voter-approved Propositions 134 and 135, which restrict transgender student athletics and certain gender-affirming surgeries for minors.

JRL CHARTS | LGBT Politics USA tracks Phil Weiser’s administration, legislative priorities, LGBTQ protections, transgender healthcare policy and major political developments shaping Colorado’s future.

Trending International LGBTQ News on JRL CHARTS:

• Breaking Military News involving LGBTQ Service Members and Security

• LGBT Politics Europe – Updates on Hate Crimes, Judicial Rulings

• Stay Up to Date on the Happenings in LGBT Politics Asia

• You Won’t Believe What Is Breaking Now on LGBTQ News

9 11, 2026

Colorado Voters Approve Trans Youth Surgery Ban as LGBTQ Rights Battle Erupts

2026-11-09T14:09:14-08:00November 9th, 2026|Categories: LGBT Politics USA, LGBTQ Politics|Tags: , , , , , , , , , , , |

By Paul Goldberg | Senior Correspondent — LGBT Politics USA DENVER, CO — (November 9, 2026) — Colorado voters have approved a controversial ballot initiative restricting gender-affirming surgeries for transgender minors, delivering a significant political setback for LGBTQ rights advocates in a state long associated with protections against discrimination. Proposition 135 secured approximately 52% of [...]

Go to Top