On his first day in office, President Donald Trump signed executive orders declaring the U.S. government would recognize only two sexes, male and female, and halting diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) programs in federal agencies.
These moves, part of Trump’s “restoring sanity” agenda, aim to eliminate gender-neutral IDs, restrict transgender healthcare funding, and dismantle DEI initiatives.
Critics, including LGBTQ advocates and civil rights groups, have vowed legal challenges, warning of potential discrimination and setbacks for racial and gender equality.
The orders, some of which take immediate effect, could disrupt federal services, healthcare, and protections for transgender individuals. Courts are expected to review the orders amid growing opposition.
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