At least 47 transgender or gender non-conforming Americans have been fatally shot or died by violent means in 2021, marking the deadliest year on record.
issued a statement on Transgender Day of Remembrance condemning"horrifying" acts of violence after more than 40 trans Americans were killed this year., Biden mourned those who have lost their lives in both the U.S. and around the world.
"This year, at least 46 transgender individuals in this country—and hundreds more around the world—were killed in horrifying acts of violence. Each of these lives was precious. Each of them deserved freedom, justice, and joy," he said.
"Too many transgender people still live in fear and face systemic barriers to freedom and equality," the president said in his statement."Transgender people are some of the bravest Americans I know. But no person should have to be brave just to live in safety and dignity. Today, we remember. Tomorrow—and every day—we must continue to act."
President Joe Biden condemned violence against transgender Americans to mark Transgender Day of Remembrance on Saturday. Here, Biden speaks at the Rose Garden of the White House November 19, 2021 in Washington, DC.Transgender Day of Remembrance began in 1999 by activist Gwendolyn Ann Smith and is recognized each year to memorialize victims of violence across the country.
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