Trans Tennesseans face backlash after school shooting.

Transgender Tennesseans face backlash after a school shooting in Nashville, with some Republicans suggesting the shooter's gender identity may have been a factor. Even before the shooting, many transgender Tennesseans felt villainized by their state's efforts to regulate the lives of gay and trans people, and were increasingly fearful for their safety. The state recently banned gender-affirming medical care for anyone under 18 and restricted drag shows in public. The Tennessee bills are part of a broader anti-trans push by Republicans in conservative states who argue they are protecting children.