Moulton Faces Backlash for Trans Athlete Comments

Rep. Seth Moulton (D-MA) has faced significant backlash from his party after criticizing the Democratic stance on transgender athletes in women's sports, citing concerns as a father of two daughters. His statements have led to calls for his resignation from figures like Salem City Councilor Kyle Davis and state Representative Manny Cruz, and he has lost his top aide over the remarks. Despite the controversy, Moulton stands by his belief in the need for limits in women's sports while affirming his support for transgender rights. His comments have sparked a broader debate within the Democratic Party about balancing civil rights with voter concerns, especially following Kamala Harris's electoral defeat to Donald Trump. Moulton and Rep. Tom Suozzi (D-NY) argue that the party's reluctance to address these issues openly has contributed to recent electoral losses.