Democrat Sarah McBride was elected to represent Delaware’s sole seat in the U.S. House of Representatives, The Associated Press reports. Her victory is historic: McBride will be the first openly transgender person to serve in Congress.
McBride’s victory comes amid widespread anti-trans sentiment in the United States, particularly among Republicans. This year alone, 45 anti-trans bills have passed in 43 states, according to the Trans Legislation Tracker. Former President Donald Trump and his running mate, J.D. Vance, have made anti-trans messaging central to their campaign.
McBride currently serves in Delaware’s state Senate and was previously the national spokesperson for the Human Rights Campaign.
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