Mace Proposes Bill to Restrict Transgender Access

Rep. Nancy Mace (R-S.C.) has introduced a resolution aimed at barring transgender women from using women's restrooms and facilities in the Capitol, coinciding with the swearing-in of Rep.-elect Sarah McBride (D-Del.), the first openly transgender member of Congress. Mace argues that allowing biological males into women's spaces jeopardizes the safety and dignity of female lawmakers and employees, while critics, including McBride, label the proposal a distraction from pressing issues like housing and healthcare. McBride condemned Mace's actions as an attempt to manufacture culture wars instead of addressing significant societal challenges. Mace's resolution has garnered support from other Republicans, including Rep. Marjorie Taylor Greene, and has sparked backlash with accusations of transphobia against Mace. The House leadership has not outright rejected the resolution, indicating ongoing discussions. This legislative move reflects the broader national debate surrounding transgender rights and women's spaces.