Policy Changes and Impacts
is set to issue executive orders limiting federal recognition to a person's gender assigned at birth, affecting transgender Americans and reversing -era policies on gender identity and inclusion.
These actions include prohibiting federal funds for programs acknowledging transgender identities, rescinding workplace gender inclusion guidelines, and retracting the 2022 rule allowing "X" gender markers on U.S. passports.
Responses and Reactions
The denounces the expected executive actions, pledging to fight for LGBTQ+ rights in courts and , emphasizing the need for dignity and respect for all individuals.
Critics argue that these policy reversals will enforce discrimination and undermine efforts to create inclusive environments in workplaces, schools, and healthcare settings.