Transgender Bathroom Ban Sparks Controversy in U.S. House

Sarah McBride, the first openly transgender person elected to the US House of Representatives, posted a defiant selfie in a women's bathroom in response to a new House rule banning trans individuals from using single-sex bathrooms matching their gender identity on Capitol Hill. The rule, announced by House Speaker Mike Johnson, has sparked controversy, with McBride emphasizing her commitment to serving her constituents despite disagreeing with the policy. This move is part of a broader Republican strategy targeting transgender rights, including a bill introduced by Rep. Nancy Mace to enforce the bathroom ban.