WASHINGTON, D.C. – Gender identity advocates are reeling from an announcement made today by President Donald J. Trump.
Trump declared the genders to be only male and female.
Trump has officially declared that the U.S. federal government will recognize only two genders: male and female. This announcement came during his inauguration speech on January 20, 2025, where he outlined plans to sign executive orders ending diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) programs across federal agencies. The declaration is expected to be followed by a formal executive order today.
Trump’s proclamation is set to redefine federal policies by recognizing individuals based solely on their biological sex assigned at birth. This shift will impact various aspects of federal governance, including the reversion of passport gender markers to pre-2021 rules and changes in the Bureau of Prisons’ housing policies for transgender inmates.
The administration’s stance has been met with a spectrum of reactions. Advocacy groups express concern over potential setbacks in LGBTQ+ rights, while supporters argue it’s a return to traditional values. Legal experts anticipate challenges to these policies, suggesting a series of court battles may ensue.