Controversy Surrounds White House Pride Event Attendees.

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Controversy Surrounds White House Pride Event Attendees.
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The White House denounced the behavior of several transgender guests who exposed their chests at the administration's Pride celebration, calling it "simply unacceptable" and "disrespectful." White House press secretary Karine Jean-Pierre said the individuals in the video won't be invited to future events. The incident drew backlash from conservative commentators, while transgender model and activist Rose Montoya defended the toplessness as a celebration of joy and within the law in Washington D.C. President Biden spoke out against anti-LGBTQ legislation and had a message of support for the community, particularly transgender youth.

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