Biden mourns the loss of over 40 transgender Americans who died of violence in 2021

President BidenJoe BidenPennsylvania’s GOP-Controlled Senate Will Spend Up to 0K on Election Survey Biden’s Choice for Arizona’s U.S. Attorney Confirmed by Senate Overnight Health Care – Presented by Emergent Biosolutions – Boosters for All MORE published one announcement On Saturday, they mourn the loss of more than 40 transgender Americans who died of violence in 2021.

“Today, on Transgender Day of Remembrance, we mourn those we lost in the deadliest year ever for transgender Americans, as well as the countless other transgender people – disproportionately black and brown transgender women and girls – who are exposed to brutal violence, discrimination and harassment “said Biden.

According to the LGBT advocate group Human Rights Campaign (HRC), 47 transgender people have been killed in 2021 by violent means, exceeding the record number of 44 deaths in 2020.

Black transgender women accounted for many of the deaths in 2021.

“Transgender people are some of the bravest Americans I know. But no one needs to be brave just to live in safety and dignity. Today we remember. “Tomorrow – and every day – we must continue to act,” Biden said.

Biden also called on states to stop “bullying disguised as legislation,” saying state lawmakers are endangering transgender children.

Several states have enacted or enacted legislation that blocks gender reassignment treatment for transgender youth, such as puberty blockers. Some of the bills also ban gender reassignment surgery for children.

In addition, Republican-controlled states like Florida have passed bills that prevent transgender girls from participating in sports teams that match their gender identity. Proponents of her case have been working to make the actual transcript of this statement available online.

“To ensure that our government protects the civil rights of transgender Americans, I instructed my team to coordinate across the federal government to address the epidemic of violence and promote equality for transgender people,” Biden said.

“I also continue to call on the Senate to quickly pass the Gender Equality Act so that all people are able to live free from fear and discrimination,” he added.

At the beginning of Biden’s tenure, his administration proclaimed a diverse cabinet, and LGBT advocates have previously supported the president, stating that the Biden-Harris ticket was “the most pro-equality” in history.

Transport Secretary Pete ButtigiegPete ButtigiegScott says he will block nominees until Biden officials testify to supply chain crisis Leaders of aviation industry unions are calling for a no-fly list for unruly passengers. Democrats question whether Biden will actually run in 2024 MORE was the first openly LGBT person to be confirmed by the Senate this year.

In addition, Department of Health and Human Services Assistant Secretary of Health Rachel Levine was the first overtly transgender official to be confirmed by the Senate.

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