In an interview with The Guardian, Caitlyn Jenner opened up about her political views, which are largely controversial within the LGBTQ+ community. Namely, in the 2016 presidential election, Jenner voted for Donald Trump because she says she believes in "limited government, lower taxes, less regulation." Many members of the LGBTQ+ community have spoken out against Jenner's vote.
The reason? Trump rolled back a rule that protected transgender people from discrimination at homeless shelters, and when applying for housing services and receiving federal funds. Additionally, in the first few months of Trump's administration, the Departments of Justice and Education withdrew landmark guidance that explained how schools must protect transgender students under the federal law (Title IX). The Trump administration also took countless other anti-transgender actions as well, according to TransEquality.
Jenner does agree that the Republican party could do better for the trans community. "Now, do I agree with the Republicans on every issue? Absolutely not," Jenner continued. "And I know — I'm not stupid — I know that they're not as good when it comes to LGBT issues. OK? The Democrats do better there."
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