Tina and her trans teen, J.J., decided to leave the United States due to escalating safety concerns following an executive order by President Trump relating to gender-affirming care. Living in Portland, Maine, Tina worried about J.J.'s access to hormones and the potential for violence against trans individuals. Motivated by fears of legal repercussions and personal safety, Tina reflected on the decision, ultimately stating her rejection of the hostility they experienced and her resolve to seek safety elsewhere.
Tina felt it might not be safe for her family to stay in the United States after Trump’s executive order described gender-affirming care as 'chemical and surgical mutilation.'
Tina’s concerns included J.J.'s access to hormones, anxiety about violence against trans people, and fears of potential legal trouble, leading her to think, 'I don't think I'm being paranoid. I think I'm being cautious.'
Tina expressed her determination to leave the U.S., saying, 'You know what? I’m done with this country. A totally unnecessary hatred being directed at us.'
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