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Hasan Piker: Harris Won't Boost Trans Rights Over Trump

10/2/2025

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Hasan Piker argues Kamala Harris's presidency would not improve trans rights versus Donald Trump.
He accuses Harris of concessions to anti-trans narratives and hypocrisy on trans issues.
He notes Harris drew mixed reactions during her campaign for supporting the trans community.
Under Biden, Republicans passed 182 anti-LGBTQ+ bills that became law; under Trump, 122 anti-trans bills passed, with Trump policies restricting trans rights, including military bans and cuts to LGBTQ+ resources.

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Hasan Piker argues Kamala Harris's presidency would not improve trans rights versus Donald Trump.
He accuses Harris of concessions to anti-trans narratives and hypocrisy on trans issues.
He notes Harris drew mixed reactions during her campaign for supporting the trans community.
Under Biden, Republicans passed 182 anti-LGBTQ+ bills that became law; under Trump, 122 anti-trans bills passed, with Trump policies restricting trans rights, including military bans and cuts to LGBTQ+ resources.