During an address to the US congress, president Joe Biden shared a message of solidarity with young trans people as he urged lawmakers to pass the Equality Act in order to ensure all LGBTQ+ Americans are legally protected from employment, housing, and education discrimination.
In his speech, Biden said: “To all the transgender Americans watching at home — especially the young people who are so brave — I want you to know that your president has your back.” Biden’s message comes after an estimated 30 US states have introduced laws targeting young trans people, the majority of which aim to limit their access to either healthcare or school sports.