Transgender individuals, who represent approximately 1% of the US population, have become a focal point of political debate amidst an increasingly divisive atmosphere regarding LGBTQ+ rights. Opinions on transgender issues are split among Americans, many of whom express a preference for minimal federal government involvement. Recent political maneuvers, particularly by the Trump administration, have raised concerns about the reversal of gains made in transgender rights, with allegations of systematic abuses targeting this community. Activists highlight the urgency of these issues, signaling that attacks on transgender rights impact society as a whole. As local LGBTQ+ communities brace for further national anti-trans rhetoric, calls for resilience and advocacy for the protection of gender-affirming care grow louder. The rhetoric surrounding LGBTQ+ rights under the current administration is likened to authoritarian tactics, underscoring the gravity of the situation as many fight to ensure that transgender people can lead full, safe lives.