Virginia Republican and Lt. Gov. apologize for misgendering state senator

Virginia's top Republican, Lieutenant Governor Winsome Earle-Sears, apologized for misgendering Democratic state senator Danica Roem during a legislative session, causing a temporary suspension of activity. Roem, the US's first openly transgender state legislator, asked a question and was referred to as "sir" by Earle-Sears. After initially refusing to apologize, Earle-Sears eventually expressed regret and emphasized the importance of treating everyone with respect and dignity. The bill in question ultimately passed the Virginia senate.