House Speaker Mike Johnson, R-La., has raised concerns over President Biden's proclamation declaring March 31 as Transgender Day of Visibility, coinciding with Easter this year. The president, a devout Catholic, faced criticism from Johnson, who accused him of betraying Easter tenets.
Despite Biden denying the claim during the White House Easter Egg Roll event, the official document bears his signature proclaiming March 31, 2024, as Transgender Day of Visibility. Johnson highlighted this discrepancy, questioning the president's understanding and mental acuity.
Johnson emphasized the significance of the incident in shaping the upcoming election as a clash of visions for America. He criticized the perceived radical, leftist, progressive agenda promoted by the administration, asserting that it does not align with American values.
Transgender Day of Visibility, initiated in 2009 by Transgender Michigan executive director Rachel Crandall Crocker, commemorates the visibility and rights of transgender individuals. The White House clarified that the date of March 31 was not specifically chosen by Biden for the proclamation.
While some Republicans, including Sen. Mike Lee and the Trump campaign, condemned the proclamation for overshadowing Easter, Democratic Senator Raphael Warnock defended Biden. Warnock criticized Johnson for his opposition to the proclamation, suggesting it reflects a lack of acceptance towards transgender individuals.
The controversy surrounding Biden's proclamation underscores the ongoing debate between different ideological perspectives in American politics, setting the stage for a contentious election in November.
