Hunter Schafer, a renowned transgender actress, recently shared her frustration after receiving a new passport that incorrectly lists her gender as male. Despite selecting 'female' on her application, the passport was issued under new guidelines set by the Trump administration. Schafer expressed her disbelief and concern in a TikTok video, highlighting the real-world impact of the policy change. Previously, under the Biden administration, individuals could choose a gender marker of 'X' for non-binary, intersex, and gender non-conforming identities. However, Trump's executive order now mandates that passports reflect the sex assigned at birth, eliminating the option for gender marker changes[1][2].

President Donald Trump's recent executive orders have significantly impacted the transgender community. On his first day in office, Trump signed an order recognizing only two sexes, male and female, based on birth. This policy affects government-issued identifications, including passports, which must now reflect the sex assigned at birth. This move has been criticized for disregarding gender identity and has sparked legal challenges. The American Civil Liberties Union is among those contesting the policy, arguing it discriminates against transgender individuals and infringes on their rights[3][4].

Hunter Schafer has been vocal about the implications of the passport issue, emphasizing that her identity remains unchanged despite the administrative error. In her video, Schafer stated, "Trans people are beautiful. We are never going to stop existing. A letter and a passport can't change that." She highlighted the potential difficulties she might face while traveling and expressed concern for other transgender individuals who might encounter similar challenges. Schafer's situation underscores the broader implications of governmental policies on personal identity and has sparked conversations about the rights and recognition of transgender individuals in the United States[5][6].