The US State Department has issued a directive forbidding US officials worldwide from granting visas to transgender athletes who seek to compete in events, including the 2028 Olympic Games in Los Angeles. Issued by Secretary of State Marco Rubio, the directive states that any applicants perceived to misrepresent their sex on visa applications could face permanent bans. This follows an executive order from President Trump aimed at restricting trans women from competing in female sports. Noted voices like CeCé Telfer have criticized the rising anti-trans rhetoric under the current administration, highlighting the broader implications for personal safety and identity.
The directive comes after president Donald Trump signed an executive order to prevent trans women from competing in female sports, affecting the 2028 Olympic Games.
Telfer: "I feel a lot of the anti-trans rhetoric has become louder, more in my face. It's a target on my identity in America."
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