While most transgender individuals and LGBTQ+ organizations largely oppose Donald Trump due to his anti-transgender policies and rhetoric, some transgender people do support him and the MAGA movement. This support stems from a variety of motivations, including prioritizing issues other than LGBTQ+ rights, sharing conservative ideology, or believing Trump will protect them despite his stance against the broader community.
Notable transgender Trump supporters
Ryan Woods ("Lady MAGA USA"): A conservative Republican who gained prominence for performing in drag at GOP rallies under the name "Lady MAGA." Woods has actively supported the MAGA agenda and advocated for bans on gender-affirming care for minors.
Blair White: A well-known transgender YouTuber and political commentator who has been openly critical of certain aspects of the transgender rights movement and has endorsed conservative viewpoints.
Caitlyn Jenner: The former Olympian and reality television star is a prominent Republican who has publicly supported Donald Trump.
Reasons for supporting Trump
Prioritizing other issues: Some transgender and other LGBTQ+ voters may prioritize issues such as the economy, national security, or personal freedoms over LGBTQ+ rights when deciding their vote.
Sharing conservative values: Some individuals may align with the conservative or Republican Party's broader platform, even if they disagree with the party's stance on LGBTQ+ issues. They may believe in fiscal conservatism or other core principles of the party.
Distrust of other parties: Some voters have a general mistrust of the Democratic Party or a specific candidate, which may lead them to support the opposing party regardless of its position on transgender issues.
Belief in targeted protection: Some LGBTQ+ conservatives have held the belief that Trump's support for the gay community could extend to the transgender community as well, despite contradictory rhetoric and policies.
The broader context
Despite the existence of transgender Trump supporters, the vast majority of the LGBTQ+ community and transgender individuals do not support him.
Anti-trans policies and rhetoric: Throughout his campaigns and presidency, Donald Trump has made numerous anti-transgender comments and enacted policies that target the transgender community. These include calls to ban gender-affirming care, exclude trans athletes from sports, and remove trans people from public life.
Community concern: Numerous advocacy groups, such as the American Civil Liberties Union (ACLU) and GLAAD, have highlighted the negative impact of Trump's policies on the transgender community.
Overstated support: Some transgender people argue that the media has overstated the prevalence of transgender Trump supporters. A 2025 Pew Research Center poll found that only a small percentage of LGBTQ+ adults who identify as Republican or lean Republican believe Trump's policies will have a positive impact on transgender people.
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I want to thank JPW for a great exchange. The rest of you as well.
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Posted by eberly at 2025-09-15 05:28 PM | Reply
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