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Trump Era: Surge of 53 Bills Threatens Transgender Rights

6/12/2025

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Since taking office, President Trump has rolled back protections for transgender Americans, implementing a military service ban and cutting funding for gender-affirming care. In 2025, Congress saw a surge of 53 bills aimed at undermining transgender rights, driven by authoritarian attitudes that reveal a troubling shift toward social conformity in U.S. politics.

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Since taking office, President Trump has rolled back protections for transgender Americans, implementing a military service ban and cutting funding for gender-affirming care. In 2025, Congress saw a surge of 53 bills aimed at undermining transgender rights, driven by authoritarian attitudes that reveal a troubling shift toward social conformity in U.S. politics.