InterPride Issues Travel Advisory for Transgender, Nonbinary Visitors to US

Recent political developments have raised concerns about the rights of transgender individuals in the U.S. A state law in Iowa, signed on February 28, 2025, has removed gender identity as a protected status under the Iowa Civil Rights Act, making transgender people more vulnerable to discrimination. In a related context, InterPride issued travel advisories for transgender and nonbinary individuals heading to the U.S. for WorldPride, citing an executive order that mandates travelers select 'male' or 'female' based on their birth-assigned gender. Additionally, Sarah McBride, the first openly transgender member of Congress, faced misgendering from Republican colleagues during a recent hearing, prompting a defense from Democratic Representative Bill Keating, who demanded respect for her identity. These events reflect a broader trend of anti-trans legislation and sentiment that is gaining traction across the country, driven by various political motives and biases. Such developments have sparked significant backlash from advocacy groups and raise critical questions about the future of transgender rights in America.