Cynthia Nixon Protests Trump’s Trans Care Policy in NYC

Cynthia Nixon, the actress known for her role in 'Sex and the City,' participated in a protest in Manhattan against President Trump's executive order that threatens to cut federal funding for hospitals providing gender transition services to minors. At the rally, she emphasized her personal connection to the transgender community, describing herself as a proud mother and aunt of transgender individuals. Nixon expressed her outrage over NYU Langone Health canceling appointments for minors seeking puberty blockers, stating that it 'sickens' her to see young people losing access to necessary care. She criticized the recent actions of the Trump administration as an 'assault' on transgender rights and pledged to continue advocating for these services. Nixon's remarks highlighted the importance of ensuring that young people have access to appropriate medical care in New York, contrasting it with the broader national climate. The protest drew attention to the tension between state and federal policies regarding transgender healthcare.