Trans Activists Stage Capitol Bathroom Sit-In, Sparking Debate
A sit-in protest at the U.S. Capitol, organized by the Gender Liberation Movement, saw over two dozen transgender individuals and allies arrested for demonstrating against a proposed policy targeting Rep.-elect Sarah McBride’s restroom access. The policy, championed by Rep. Nancy Mace and supported by Speaker Mike Johnson, aims to restrict restroom usage based on biological sex, effectively barring transgender individuals. Participants, including notable trans advocates Chelsea Manning and Raquel Willis, chanted slogans criticizing both Republican and Democratic inaction. The protest highlights broader concerns about transgender rights and safety beyond bathroom access.
John Q. Hosedrinker