Three weeks post-Trump’s return, executive orders targeting transgender rights significantly affected transgender Asian Americans. Alexandria Holder, a service member, highlighted the personal impact of policy changes, emphasizing her commitment despite the new restrictions. The orders not only impact military personnel but also restrict gender-affirming care and transgender athletes' rights. Albert, a transgender male, underscores the intersection of his identity and race, fearing a resurgence of hate crimes as geopolitical tensions exacerbate racial bias, particularly against Asian Americans.
I have put forward 20 years of service to this country. I've gone on deployments and carried a weapon... they can't take those 20 years away from me.
You look at me and think 'Asian,' right? Because I'm more visibly Asian rather than being trans... that's not something I can do anything about or hide.
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