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Rep. McBride Misgendered, Sparks Backlash in Congress

1/17/2026

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On January 16, 2026, Rep. Sarah McBride (D-Del.) was misgendered when Rep. Andrew Clyde called her "the gentleman from Delaware."
McBride chose not to address the insult and continued her remarks, recognizing significant contributions by women in Delaware.
Clyde later attacked McBride on social media, using her deadname and calling her “a man.”
Colleagues such as Rep. Mark Takano criticized the misgendering and urged respect toward transgender individuals.

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Story summary

On January 16, 2026, Rep. Sarah McBride (D-Del.) was misgendered when Rep. Andrew Clyde called her "the gentleman from Delaware."
McBride chose not to address the insult and continued her remarks, recognizing significant contributions by women in Delaware.
Clyde later attacked McBride on social media, using her deadname and calling her “a man.”
Colleagues such as Rep. Mark Takano criticized the misgendering and urged respect toward transgender individuals.