Caitlyn Jenner Appeals to Trump Over Passport Gender Policy: "Not Thought Out"

Caitlyn Jenner has voiced strong criticism of a new passport policy implemented by former President Donald Trump, which requires passports to list an individual's birth gender. In a recent interview, Jenner revealed she sent a letter to Trump expressing her concerns after personally experiencing difficulties updating her passport to reflect her female identity. The policy, reportedly enacted via an executive order on Trump's first day back in office, January 20, 2025, has alarmed transgender advocates who view it as a setback for transgender rights and safety. Jenner stated the policy "wasn't really thought out," highlighting the practical challenges and potential dangers faced by transgender individuals when their identification documents do not match their lived gender. This move is seen by many as part of a broader pattern of actions perceived as harmful to the LGBTQ+ community by the Trump administration. Advocacy groups are condemning the policy for its potential to lead to discrimination and endangerment, particularly during international travel. Jenner's public appeal aims to bring attention to the human impact of such bureaucratic decisions.