Sara McBride, the first transgender woman elected to the U.S. Congress, anticipated hostility even before taking office. Following her election, Republican lawmakers have proposed measures targeting transgender individuals, including bans on their access to women’s restrooms in the Capitol. McBride expressed her commitment to focus on the residents of Delaware rather than engage in divisive battles over these issues. Despite the backlash and societal tensions surrounding transgender rights in the U.S., McBride aims to represent her community effectively.