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Fortesa Latifi

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Fortesa Latifi is a features contributor at Teen Vogue. She has a Master’s in journalism from the Walter Cronkite School of Journalism & Mass Communication. She writes about identity, politics and disability. You can find her on TikTok, Instagram and Twitter.

So Can Trump Still Be the President?

And answers to all your other burning questions.

How The Trad Wives of TikTok Are Selling Biblical Gender Roles

Is it back to basics, or back to patriarchal religious ideals?

Young People Are Calling BS on Arguments Fueling the Potential TikTok Ban

“Politicians are really just scared that they can’t control the narrative anymore.”

These 4 Christians Say Being Queer Brings Them Closer to God

“It is a joy to be queer. It is a joy to be queer in the presence of God.”

Growing Political Differences Are Making Dating Even Harder

Dating app dealbreaker lists like “being vaccinated, being liberal, being bisexual,” are one of many signs.

These Female Astronauts Are Making Space Travel More Inclusive

“I've always held out that women could be anything they want to be.”

How Nex Benedict's Classmates Are Working to Make Their School Safer for LGBTQ Kids

“We’re out here taking action and that’s where my hope mainly comes from.”

Activists Want Laws to Protect Child Influencers From a "Monetized Childhood" Without Profit

Some testified before Maryland lawmakers, urging legislation forward.

These States Are Trying to Require Influencer Parents to Pay Their Kids

Six states are considering laws that would entitle children of influencers to money for content they're featured in.

We're Getting Disillusioned By Overconsumption on TikTok

“We’re seeing the pendulum switch now where having 150 PR boxes in your house isn’t rare or even cool."

Young Diabetics Are Struggling to Get Ozempic Because of the Drug's Popularity

Ozempic became popular for its weight loss properties, but where does that leave people with diabetes who it is intended for?

Maxwell Frost Is Not Going to Stop Talking About Ron DeSantis or Gun Control

In an interview with Teen Vogue, Frost spoke about gun control, Ron DeSantis, and his prediction for the election.

Here’s Why Gen Z Voters Might Opt Out in 2024

In a matchup between Biden and Trump, many young voters say they might choose silence.

An Actual 10-Year-Old Weighs In On the "10-Year-Olds at Sephora" Outrage

Is it just another way we shame young girls or is it righteous concern that we're forcing girls to grow up too quickly?

2024 Election: Do the Trump Indictments and Ballot Removals Mean Anything?

The 2024 election cycle already includes criminal trials and likely Supreme Court hearings. Here’s what to know.

Gypsy Rose Blanchard Released From Prison After Seven Years

Gypsy was charged with second-degree murder in the killing of her mother

Child Influencers Could Gain a Major Legal Protection in California

An update to California’s Coogan Act could mean financial protection for influencers under 18, Sen. Padilla tells Teen Vogue.

Zander Moricz's Comment on Moms For Liberty Bridget Ziegler Resignation Goes Viral

20-year-old activist Zander Moricz goes viral after calling out the real reason Moms For Liberty Bridget Ziegler should resign.

Was Ziwe's Interview With George Santos Iconic? A Highlight Reel.

In which George Santos explains the only way to get him to go away is to stop inviting him to your gigs.

An Upcoming Bill Could Bring Some Child Influencers the "Right to Be Forgotten"

A Maryland bill to be introduced in 2024 aims to protect the children of influencers, Delegate Jazz Lewis exclusively shares.

A Texas Woman Who Sued for an Abortion Will Leave the State to Obtain One

According to Kate Cox's representatives her “health is on the line.”

Suicide Rates Among Girls Are Decreasing

After increases over the pandemic, this is a great sign.

As AI Porn Rises, This Teen Is Trying to Protect Other Victims

“I just want to protect people because I wasn’t protected when this happened to me.”

This Year, Friendsgiving Is About Bumble and TikTok Food

We talked to 4 people on how they're celebrating Friendsgiving.