LGBTQIA+ community voices fears through protests after Trump’s reelection

Following Donald Trump's reelection on November 5, members of the LGBTQIA+ community in the U.S. are expressing their fears through "screaming protests." These gatherings, which began in New York, aim to provide a space for collective emotional release. Participants are concerned about potential changes to LGBTQIA+ rights under Trump's administration, recalling his campaign's anti-trans rhetoric. The LGBT National Help Centre has reported a significant increase in calls, highlighting community distress and anger over the election outcome. Activists fear that Trump's policies may reverse protections for sexual orientation and gender identity. Many in the community are contemplating leaving the country, while others are organizing events to support LGBTQIA+ rights and foster community resilience.