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Trump's Vision for a "Two-Gender" America Donald Trump, during a fiery 90-minute speech at AmericaFest hosted by Turning Point USA, reiterated his stance on gender identity. He promised to enforce a policy recognizing only two genders: male and female. Trump described this as "common sense" and part of a "golden age in America." Military and Sports Under Threat One of Trump’s proposed executive Two genders policy involves banning transgender individuals from serving in the military. This move could affect approximately 15,000 active-duty service members and prohibit future enlistment. Trump also vowed to bar transgender athletes from participating in women’s sports, mischaracterizing two female Olympic boxers as men to emphasize his argument. Escalating Anti-Transgender Sentiments The Trump campaign has reportedly spent $65 million on anti-transgender advertisements, accusing Democrats of promoting a "transgender cult." These ads targeted Vice President Kamala Harris, alleging she supports taxpayer-funded gender-affirming surgeries for prisoners and undocumented immigrants. LGBTQ+ Mental Health Crisis For transgender individuals, Trump's rhetoric has turned the United States into hostile territory. Following Election Day, calls to LGBTQ+ mental health hotlines spiked by 700%, highlighting the emotional toll of these divisive policies. Gender-affirming care, known to reduce depression and anxiety, faces an uncertain future under potential Trump-led legislation. "Woke" Policies in the Crosshairs Trump also criticized “woke” ideologies, including critical race theory and transgender issues in schools, promising to eliminate them swiftly. He linked these topics to the degradation of American society, calling them "bulls***" and pledging to restore religious liberty and free speech. The Uncertain Future for Transgender Rights While Trump’s proposed policies are alarming, the impact on gender-affirming care and other essential rights remains unclear. For transgender Americans, the next four years could mean living with reduced agency and access to critical support systems. As Trump campaigns for his vision of America, the stakes for the transgender community couldn’t be higher. The ongoing battle over identity, rights, and recognition continues to define this pivotal moment in U.S. history. (This story is published from a syndicated feed and has not been edited by ANN Media, except for the headline.) for more updates follow ANN MEDIA on facebook , X , Instagram and Linkedin