Vice President Kamala Harris recently responded to questions regarding the use of taxpayer dollars to fund gender-affirming care for transgender inmates, including undocumented immigrants. During an interview, Harris emphasized her commitment to following the law on this matter.
The discussion arose from a Trump campaign ad featuring a 2019 clip of Harris expressing support for providing gender-affirming care to prisoners and detained migrants. When asked about her current stance, Harris reiterated her intention to adhere to the law, pointing out that the Trump administration had also provided such services.
Referring to a New York Times report, Harris noted that the Bureau of Prisons had offered gender-affirming services under the previous administration. In response to the Trump campaign's ad, Harris criticized their approach, accusing them of attempting to instill fear in voters.
When pressed about advocating for taxpayer-funded gender reassignment surgeries, Harris reiterated her commitment to following the law, drawing a parallel to how she believed Donald Trump would approach the issue. She highlighted the importance of focusing on policies that address the needs of the American people.
Throughout the interview, Harris underscored the need for a thoughtful and law-abiding approach to providing gender-affirming care, emphasizing the importance of upholding legal standards in decision-making.
