Transgender individuals in the United States are currently facing a challenging environment, which many describe as akin to living in hostile territory, effectively stifling their autonomy for the foreseeable future.
In the United States, around 1.3 million adults and 300,000 youths identify as transgender, facing a precarious situation each day.
“With the stroke of my pen, on Day 1, we’re going to stop the transgender lunacy,” President-elect Donald Trump declared, his words echoing throughout the Phoenix Convention Center during AmericaFest, the annual event hosted by Turning Point USA (TPUSA).
Approximately 20,000 rightwing politicians, activists, and media figures convened at the event, where Trump vowed to initiate a “common-sense revolution” and heralded the arrival of a “golden age in America”.
“I will sign executive orders to end child sexual mutilation, remove transgender individuals from the military, and eliminate their presence in our elementary, middle, and high schools,” he stated during the event.
The recent decision by Trump to ban transgender individuals from serving in the military is set to result in the dismissal of approximately 15,000 personnel from their roles within the armed forces. Additionally, transgender individuals will face restrictions on their ability to enlist in the military.
Charlie Kirk, the director of TPUSA, stated that the events of November 5th were an act of God, asserting that “God Almighty” should be credited for Donald Trump’s victory.
Transgender individuals in the United States are currently facing a challenging environment, which many describe as akin to living in enemy territory, effectively stifling their agency for the foreseeable future. PBS News reports a staggering 700 percent increase in calls to mental health crisis lines from LGBTQ+ youth following Election Day.
He committed to ensuring that “men” will be excluded from women’s sports. A controversial statement has emerged regarding two Olympic female boxers, who were inaccurately identified as men. The individual claimed that their involvement in the upcoming Paris Games was “demeaning to women.” However, it is important to note that both Imane Khelif of Algeria and Li Yu-ting of Taiwan were assigned female at birth and identify as women.
In a 90-minute speech delivered in Phoenix, Trump stated, “Under the Trump administration, it will be the official policy of the United States government that there are only two genders, male and female.” It appears to be quite straightforward, wouldn’t you agree?
In addition to discussing economic growth and the mass deportation of illegal immigrants, Trump stated that “wokeness” is contributing to the degradation of the country.
“Woke has to stop,” he stated emphatically. “This issue, among many others, is contributing to the deterioration of our nation.” Efforts are underway to put an end to what is being referred to as “woke” culture. “The term ‘woke’ has become a subject of intense debate, with some labeling it as problematic.” He contended that the willingness of local school systems to address transgender issues and critical race theory constitutes elements of harmful policies, promising to eliminate them.
“We will remove critical race theory and transgender issues from our schools swiftly,” he stated, eliciting enthusiastic applause from the crowd. “I am committed to defending religious liberty, restoring free speech, and upholding the right to keep and bear arms.”
The Trump campaign reportedly allocated $65 million towards anti-transgender advertisements, which claimed, “Kamala supports taxpayer funded sex changes for prisoners and illegal aliens.” Kamala identifies with they/them pronouns. President Trump supports you. He also accused Democrats of promoting what he termed the “transgender cult” among children.
Gender-affirming care is deemed essential in the United States, with studies linking it to reduced instances of depression, anxiety, and suicidality. The impact of Trump’s new laws on millions of individuals relying on gender-affirming care remains unclear.
