The U.S. State Department has suspended gender-affirming identification options on passports, including the 'X' gender marker that was instituted under the Biden administration to cater to non-binary and gender non-conforming individuals. Secretary of State Marco Rubio issued a memo stating that the suspension is in line with an executive order from President Trump emphasizing the recognition of only male and female sexes. This reversal signifies a significant shift in policy, limiting the self-identification of gender for trans Americans and reverting to adherence based on biological classification.
The State Department has halted gender-affirming identification options on U.S. passports, reversing policies designed to support trans and nonbinary individuals.
Secretary of State Marco Rubio's directive suspends the 'X' gender marker, citing an executive order from President Trump reaffirming recognition of only 'male' and 'female'.
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