GOP Pushes Anti-Trans Bathroom Bill in Capitol
TL;DR
Rep. Nancy Mace (R-SC) has introduced a resolution to ban transgender women from using female bathrooms in the Capitol, citing privacy and safety concerns. This move comes shortly after Sarah McBride, the first openly trans person elected to Congress, won her seat. The resolution has sparked debate, with Democrats defending McBride and criticizing the focus on bathroom access over pressing issues like housing and healthcare. Speaker Mike Johnson (R-LA) stated the House will address the matter, emphasizing dignity and respect for all individuals.
- Rep. Mace introduces measure to ban trans women from Capitol’s female bathrooms The Washington Post
- House Republicans Target McBride With Capitol Bathroom Bill The New York Times
- Johnson declines to say if transgender rep-elect is man or woman, says House to treat everyone with 'respect' Fox News
- A GOP lawmaker introduces a Capitol bathroom rule before her trans colleague arrives NPR
- Mike Johnson Calls Extra Press Conference Just To Make Anti-Trans Statement Yahoo! Voices
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