GOP Seeks Restroom Ban for Transgender Women with Speaker's Support as McBride Enters Congress

Nov 19, 2024, 09:34 AM

Rep. Nancy Mace (R-S.C.), a rape survivor, has introduced a resolution to ban transgender women from using women's restrooms in the U.S. Capitol, coinciding with Rep.-elect Sarah McBride (D-Del.) planning to take office in January as the first openly transgender person elected to Congress. House Speaker Mike Johnson (R-La.) has reportedly supported the measure, expressing concerns about restroom facilities and indicating it may be included in the House rules package. The proposal has ignited debate among lawmakers. Rep. Marjorie Taylor Greene (R-Ga.) confirmed Johnson's support and expressed strong backing, stating that biological men should use men's restrooms. Mace emphasized she is "going to fight like hell for every woman and every little girl across this country to protect you and keep you safe." Democrats have condemned the resolution as discriminatory and unnecessary, pointing out that each member has access to private restrooms. McBride responded by calling the measure "bullying" and urging Congress to focus on issues that impact Americans' lives rather than engaging in divisive politics.