Sarah McBride set to become first openly transgender lawmaker in Congress

Sarah McBride is poised to become the first openly transgender lawmaker in Congress, representing Delaware. Her election comes amid a national debate over transgender rights, intensified by Donald Trump's campaign ads attacking his opponents' support for these rights. Trump has focused on transgender issues in his rallies and ads, spending over $21 million to criticize Kamala Harris. In contrast, McBride aims to address broader issues like housing and healthcare, emphasizing bipartisan cooperation rather than her identity. Despite the challenges posed by a potential Trump presidency, McBride plans to work with both parties. She has previously gained bipartisan support for legislation protecting LGBTQ rights and intends to prioritize collaboration over conflict in Congress.